Job Category: Operations Management
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
We are looking for a collaborative team player who is effective at providing departmental and site direction, fostering a culture of operational excellence and upholding Cameco’s values. You will be looked upon to lead the maintenance teams through change and improvements that align with Cameco’s strategic goals.
In this role, you will:
- Lead a team of professionals to ensure safe and efficient maintenance activities.
- Maintain appropriate budget and workforce levels to support operational needs and ensure work is effectively planned, scheduled, and coordinated to deliver services as efficiently as possible.
- Provide department and site leadership, foster a culture of operational excellence, and uphold Cameco's values.
- Coach, mentor, and guide employees to develop a high-performing team.
- Assist with the development of medium-term departmental strategies and occasionally act as Site Senior, attending daily and weekly meetings with peer groups.
Required:
- journeyperson trade or engineering technology diploma;
- a minimum of 10 years of progressive work experience in industry;
- equivalent combination of education and work experience considered;
- experience supervising front-line staff;
- proficient computer skills; and
- work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft.
Recommended:
- SAP or maintenance management system experience.
Conditions of Employment:
- substance test; and
- tradeverification.
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 #: 42355
Posted: July 21, 2026
Posting end date: August 11, 2026
Salary Range: 148,000-185,000
Safety Sensitive Site
Preference will be given to Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN).
The Key Lake operation is located in northern Saskatchewan and operates on a two week on/two week off rotational schedule. Employees commute to the site by aircraft from designated locations in Saskatchewan.
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.
