Job Category: Technicians/Technologist
Location: Key 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
Key Lake, located in northern Saskatchewan, is the world’s largest high-grade uranium mill. The uranium milled at Key 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
As a representative of Cameco’s asset management & reliability center of excellence, and working closely with site and corporate leaders, you will lead and govern the implementation of Cameco’s operational reliability program at Key Lake, including establishing and sustaining a reliability‑centred culture.
You will own, maintain, and continuously improve the operational reliability master plan, communicate progress, risks, and outcomes to site leadership and steering teams, lead change management execution, and recommend strategic improvements based on data, observations, and organizational maturity.
In this role, you will:
- Lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of the operational reliability master plan in collaboration with site and corporate leaders.
- Lead the development of short‑term operational reliability KPI targets and monitor performance against targets.
- Partner with communications and change management specialists to develop and execute an integrated change management strategy.
- Plan, chair, and facilitate regular governance, focus‑team, and site leadership meetings.
- Mentor and coach leaders, supervisors, and frontline employees through implementation and ongoing operational improvement.
- Develop executive‑quality presentations and present updates to site and corporate leadership.
Required:
- bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology in a relevant field or relevant industrial trade;
- a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in industrial operations, either in a maintenance or production role;
- equivalent combination of education and work experience considered;
- proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Teams; and
- work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft (Monday-Thursday).
Recommended:
- a strong understanding of asset reliability management, ideally demonstrated through CMRP and/or MMP designation;
- knowledge of SAP-PM, MM;
- LEAN training, certification;
- knowledge of and experience in business process management / process-based management;
- knowledge of and experience with Organizational Change Management; and
- project management experience.
Conditions of Employment:
- Pre-employment substance test.
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.
This position is eligible for the employee referral bonus.
Req ID #: 42116
Posted: May 12, 2026
Posting end date: June 2, 2026
Salary Range: $124,510 - $155,640
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.
