Job Category: Chemistry/Lab
Location: Rabbit Lake
Work Contract: Reg Full-Time (K1)
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About Us
Rabbit Lake, located in northern Saskatchewan, has produced over 200 million pounds of uranium concentrate since its inception. The uranium mined and milled at Rabbit Lake has been 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.
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. Our vision is to create a culture where inclusion is the goal, and a diverse and representative workforce is our measure of success.
The Role
You will be responsible for day-to-day analysis of laboratory samples by wet chemistry and instrumentation methods. You are familiar with the operation of inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometer (ICP-MS) and alpha counting spectrometer.
In this role, you will:
- participate in quality assurance and quality control activities within the lab operation and assist with corrective and preventative action planning and implementation.
- perform maintenance of analytical equipment in the lab, mill, and mine, and provide coverage to other sites’ satellite lab as needed.
Required:
- Chemical technology diploma
- Two to three years relevant work experience
- Working knowledge of chemical laboratory principles and procedures
- You are a team player with the ability to work independently with safety as a core value
- Excellent communication and analytical skills
- Ability to lift and maneuver up to 40 lbs
- Willing to work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft
Recommended:
- Experience with an x-ray fluorescence spectrometer
- Experience with Microsoft Office suite
- Experience as a member of Emergency Response or Mine Rescue Team
Conditions of Employment:
- Substance test
- Medical Test
Applicants will be considered for a level within the job progression, which is appropriate to their qualifications.
Req ID #: 40109
Salary Range: $82,630-$103,290
Posted: September 5, 2024
Posting end date: September 26 26, 2024
Safety Sensitive Site
The Rabbit Lake operation is located in northern Saskatchewan and operates on a rotational schedule. Employees commute to the site by aircraft from designated locations in Saskatchewan.
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.
