JBS Operator III

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 (, 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 team. In this position, the successful candidate will be reporting to the Jet Boring System Supervisor.

This is a temporary one-year term position.

In this role, you will :

• Be responsible for the operation of the jet boring system (JBS)
• Organize and perform daily operator care rounds on the JBS and all other related equipment
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and continuously improve the JBS
• Ensure safe and efficient uranium ore production

Required :

• Minimum grade 12 diploma or equivalent
• At least three years of industrial experience
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Strong ability to use and navigate automated mining technology and computer software
• Significant work experience in drilling and underground mining
• Work a rotation schedule and commute to site by aircraft
• Strong ability to safely operate forked equipment

Recommended :

• Background in the operation of complex drilling machinery
• Work experience with navigating and operating DCS systems
• Familiarity with IOS systems

Applicants will be considered for a level within the job progression, which is appropriate to their qualifications.

Conditions of Employment :

Substance test

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 # : 39975

Posted : July 11, 2024

Posting end date : August 1, 2024

Salary Range : $111,

Safety Sensitive Site

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.

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.