Job Category: SHREQ
Location: McArthur River
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
McArthur River, located in northern Saskatchewan, is the world’s largest high-grade uranium mine. The uranium produced at McArthur River 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 energize a clean-air world.
The Role
The McArthur River radiation team is responsible for ensuring the safety and protection of employees at site by identifying radiation risks and mitigating those risks for successful production. The radiation coordinator is responsible for providing guidance and direction for radiation protection activities and program development to ensure the safety and protection of employees at site. The radiation coordinator will lead and supervise the radiation team ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
In this role, you will:
- Provide leadership and direction to the radiation program
- Develop and refine programs to meet regulatory requirements
- Identify and implement enhancements to improve work procedures and processes by keeping abreast of industry best practices and evolving requirements from regulators
- Provide direction for departmental initiatives
- Participate in regulatory inspections and compliance audits
- Regulatory reporting to ensure compliance for the radiation protection programs at site
- Respond to incidents, conduct audits and inspections, providing guidance and input to the development of corrective actions
Required:
- Radiation or environmental monitoring technician certificate or a post-secondary education in a science related field
- Five to eight years of applicable work experience with radiation protection principles
- Equivalent combination of education and work experience considered
- Experience managing a team
- Work independently and as part of team with safety as a core value
- Excellent problem solving, leadership and communication skills
- Work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft
Recommended:
- Experience with CamRad, CIRS, LISN, Microsoft Office
- Radiation Safety Officer Level 1 (RSO-1) certification
- Underground mining experience, specifically at a uranium mine site
- Experience as a member of the Occupational Health Committee (OHC)
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 & Family Assistance Programs
- RRSP and RPP matching program
- Career development opportunities 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 #: 39943
Posted: July 23, 2024
Posting end date: August 13, 2024
Salary Range: $106,900 - $133,620
Safety Sensitive Site
Preference will be given to Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN).
The physical and psychological safety of our employee’s 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.
