Job Category: Trades
Location: Cigar Lake
Work Contract: Reg Full-Time (K1)
At Cameco we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we embrace, encourage and support workplace inclusion and diversity. New ideas, perspectives, experiences, and expertise make Cameco stronger. We are committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of the communities we operate in. Our vision is to create a culture where inclusion is the goal, and a diverse and representative workforce is our measure of success. Cameco is committed to providing an inclusive selection process, free from systemic barriers. support employment equity and encourage all members of underrepresented groups (i.e., women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of racialized groups/visible minorities) to voluntarily disclose. Cameco welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to apply.
About Us
Cigar Lake, located in northern Saskatchewan, is the world’s highest-grade uranium mine. The uranium produced at Cigar Lake is used for nuclear fuel products, which utilities around the world rely on to generate safe, reliable, emissions-free nuclear power. Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to power a secure energy future.
The Role
We are looking for a motivated individual to join the maintenance team at the world’s high-grade uranium mine, located at the Cigar Lake operation in northern Saskatchewan. You will report to the surface maintenance supervisor and work on surface.
In this role, you will:
- Perform predictive and preventative maintenance checks on a regular basis to ensure safe and reliable production
- Complete repairs and overhauls on equipment and piping systems in an underground mine and perform basic welding as required
- Troubleshoot equipment failures and document repair
Required:
- grade 12 diploma or equivalent;
- valid Saskatchewan or inter-provincial journeyperson industrial mechanic certification;
- three to five years of industrial experience;
- ability to work both independently and in a team environment;
- ability to wear PAPR when required;
- team player with good communication skills;
- excellent safety record; and
- work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft.
Recommended:
- familiarity with computerized maintenance tracking using SAP; and
- previous experience working in an underground mine.
Conditions of Employment:
- pre-employment substance test; and
- trade verification.
Cameco is proud to offer a competitive total reward package which includes:
- competitive compensation program with base and variable pay;
- flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan with a health spending and personal spending account;
- fixed benefits including employee and dependant life, AD&D, disability benefits and paid vacation leave;
- Employee and Family Assistance Programs;
- RRSP and RPP matching program;
- career development opportunities; and
- relocation costs.
Cameco is an employment equity employer and aims to achieve gender parity, and as such, preference will be given to qualified members of equity groups. We are strengthened by the diverse backgrounds of experiences and encourage applicants with various levels of expertise to apply, as equivalent combination of education and work experience are considered.
Req ID #: 41999
Posted: April 07, 2026
Posting end date: April 28, 2026
Salary: $144,884
Safety Sensitive Site
Preference will be given to Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN).
The physical and psychological safety of our employees is a top priority at Cameco. We invite candidates to voluntarily disclose accommodation requirements, if contacted in relation to a job opportunity. Information received will be addressed confidentially and Cameco’s Workplace Inclusion and Accommodation Program document is available upon request. Successful candidates for all positions that will work at Safety Sensitive Sites or Safety Sensitive Positions must take and pass a Substance Test, which includes marijuana, as a condition of employment. Marijuana remains in a user’s system for about 30 days, so applicants who recently used marijuana recreationally should not expect to pass a substance test.
