Job Category: SHREQ
Location: Rabbit 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
Rabbit Lake, located in northern Saskatchewan, produced over 200 million pounds of uranium concentrate from 1975 through 2016 and is currently in a safe state of care and maintenance. 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
Reporting to and working with the Environment Officer, you will be responsible for supporting the operations environmental compliance program, including performing monitoring activities such as collecting, preparing and shipping water, air quality and other samples, data entry and processing, and report preparation. You will be required to conduct environmental site inspections and assist in wildlife management and monitoring activities and programs, as well as assist and support with emergency response during environmental events. You will assist in providing training and information to employees on environmental issues and environmental aspects of the operation. You will work extensively outdoors, throughout the year and must be capable and experienced in the safe operation of snowmobiles, utility/all-terrain vehicles, and light duty trucks.
The successful employee will also take on a role with the site Emergency Response & Mine Rescue Team. As a member of the team, you will support emergency response activities and will receive training in responding to both surface and underground fire and rescue situations. Participation will be subject to successful completion of medical testing.
Required:
- Environmental/radiation technician certificate or diploma
- Three to six years of relevant work experience
- Equivalent combination of education and work experience considered
- Work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft
- Demonstrated field experience working in remote locations
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
- Valid government issued drivers licence and experience operating ATVs, snowmobiles and motorized watercraft (Pleasure Craft Operator certificate required)
- Comfortable working in remote conditions and performing environmental field sampling activities year-round
Recommended:
- Emergency Response Team (ERT) and/or Mine Rescue Team (MRT) experience
- Valid firearms Possession and Acquisition License (PAL)
- 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:
- Substance test
- Medical 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
Preference will be given to Residents of Saskatchewan’s North.
Safety Sensitive Site
Req ID #: 40631
Salary Range: $82,630-$103,290
Posted: December 10, 2024
Posting end date: December 31, 2024
Cameco’s Northern Saskatchewan operations operate 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 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.
