Job Category: SHREQ
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. We 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 energize a clean-air world.
The Role
You will be responsible for carrying out environmental compliance monitoring activities such as collecting, preparing and shipping environmental samples, data entry and synthesis, and report preparation. You will be required to conduct environmental site inspections and assist in wildlife management activities and programs, as well as assist with environmental emergency response and providing support during environmental events. You will assist in providing training and information to employees on environmental issues and environmental aspects of the operation.
In this role, you will:
- Conduct site surveillance, monitoring and inspections respond to environmental incidents
- Conduct environmental monitoring program and maintenance of environmental equipment
- Conduct environmental laboratory duties including preparing samples and conduct analysis as required in the environmental laboratory
- Assist in Cigar Lake project annual reports Communicate with environmental specialist, coordinator, managers and company personnel on matters dealing with license/regulation requirements
Required:
- Water or Environmental Sciences certificate or diploma
- Three to six years of relevant work experience
- Equivalent combination of education and work experience considered
- Driver’s License
- Work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft
- Demonstrated field experience working in remote locations
Recommended:
- Radiation technician certificate
- Valid firearms possession and acquisition license (PAL)
- Valid Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC)
- Familiarity with environmental data management programs, such as EQuIS
- Previous experience in basic equipment maintenance (snowmobile, outboard motor, all-terrain vehicle, ice auger, and chainsaw) and calibration of field instruments used in environmental sampling
Conditions of Employment:
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
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 #: 40359
Posted: Sept 26, 2024
Posting end date: Oct 17, 2024
Salary Range: $82,630-$103,290
Safety Sensitive Site.
This position is eligible for the employee referral bonus. You could earn $5,000 (less deductions) by referring the successful candidate.
Preference will be given to Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN).
For Success Factors use only: The Cigar 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 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 involve work at Safety-Sensistve Sites or in 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.
Vacancies identified within a unionized work location will be governed by the respective collective bargaining agreement. In cases where a job opportunity exists, senior qualified employees shall be entitled to preference.
