Job Category: Mining
Location: Cigar Lake
Work Contract: Temp Full-Time H (K5)
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
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
Cameco is looking for a motivated and ambitious individual to join our process operations team at the world’s second largest high grade uranium deposit, located at the Cigar Lake operation in northern Saskatchewan. Reporting to the process supervisor, your role will focus on ensuring the safe, effective and efficient operation of the process areas at Cameco’s Cigar Lake operation.
Please note this is a six-month temporary position.
In this role, you will:
- Operate circuits as per outlined procedures and guidelines
- Identify, document, and report any maintenance concerns to support continual improvement throughout the operation Assist senior operators as required
Required:
- Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
- One to three years of mill operation work experience and industrial water treatment experience, preference given to those with uranium mill experience
- Equivalent combination of education and experience considered
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license
- Strong team player with excellent communication and organizational skills
- Work both on surface and underground
- Work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft
Recommended:
- Previous experience working in an industrial environment, or uranium mill
- Potable water treatment level 1 and wastewater treatment level 1 certified
Conditions of Employment:
- Pre-employment substance test
- Class 5 driver’s license
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 #: 40433
Posted: October 31, 2024
Posting end date: November 21, 2024
Salary: $97,792
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.
