RL Int. Process Operator (41310)

Job Category: Milling

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, 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.

The Role

Reporting to the supervisor, process, your role will focus on ensuring the safe, effective, and efficient operation of all process areas. If you like working as part of a team where we look out for one another and collaborate to improve our performance, then we may have the right job for you.

In this role, you will:

- Monitoring environmental, safety, and process controls.

- Participate in corrective and preventative maintenance planning and implementation.

- Safe execution of facility operator care rounds and troubleshooting issues as they arise.

- Operate circuits according to our procedures and guidelines, including the line patrol, water treatment, and central control room.

- Identify, document, and report any operational and maintenance concerns.

- Support continual improvement throughout the operation.

- Be expected to maintain ongoing participation with the site Emergency Response and Mine Rescue Team (ERT/MRT). As a member of the team, you will receive emergency response and mine rescue training to support our ability to safely address emergencies that might arise on site. This will include both surface and underground fire and rescue situations. You will be required to participate in first aid, fire and other emergency response exercises and scenarios. Participation on the ERT/MRT team will be subject to successful completion of medical testing.

Required:

- Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

- Three to five years of mill or process operation work experience, including industrial water treatment experience

- Preference given to those with uranium operations experience

- Equivalent combination of education and work experience considered

- Valid Class 5 driver’s license

- Team player attitude

- Excellent communication and organizational skills

- Willingness to give and receive honest, constructive feedback

- Work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft

- Excellent safety and attendance record

Recommended:

- Potable water treatment and/or wastewater treatment experience

- Power engineering experience and/or certification

- Background in mine rescue, emergency response, and/or first aid

Conditions of Employment:

- Pre-employment substance test

- Pre-employment 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

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 #: 41310

Salary: $117,445

Posted: August 19, 2025

Posting end date: September 9, 2025

Safety Sensitive Site

Preference will be given to Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN).

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 employees 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.