Safety Officer (42033)

Job Category: SHREQ

Location: Key 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

Key Lake, located in northern Saskatchewan, is the world’s largest high-grade uranium mill. The uranium milled at Key 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 power a secure energy future.

The Role

Cameco is looking for a safety professional with a strong background in and passion for safety compliance to join the Key Lake operations. Leading by example alongside the health and safety team, you will work toward the elimination of safety hazards and risks as you support the workplace health and safety programs through educational leadership.

In this role, you will:

- Supervise and mentor safety technicians.

- Ensure site compliance with regulatory requirements regarding the fire protection program, emergency preparedness and response program and the occupational health and safety program.

- Conduct and direct work to meet requirements as outlined in Cameco’s safety standards.

- Function within the incident command systems in times of crisis.

- Maintain safety equipment, fire hall, response trailers.

- Lead the planning and delivery of emergency response training.

- Assess the Safety Program and implement improvements.

- Facilitate inspections, internal audits and incident investigations.

Participate in safety system field assessments and provide improvement feedback to site personnel.

Required:

- degree in a safety-related field, Construction Safety Officer (CSO), National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) or a diploma in occupational health and safety, or relevant program;

- five to eight years of relevant work experience in the milling and mining industry;

- equivalent combination of education and work experience considered;

- advanced first aid certificate;

- fire protection engineering or experience with fire protection systems;

- knowledgeable in Saskatchewan Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and Mines Regulations;

- valid Class 5 driver’s license; and

- work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft.

Recommended:

- supervisory experience;

- Willingness to participate on the Emergency Response and/or Mine Rescue team

- Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) or equivalent designation;

- qualified emergency response instructor (NFPA, IFSTA);

- ICS 100/200.

Conditions of Employment:

- Pre-employment substance 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 and Family Assistance Programs;

- RRSP and RPP matching program;

- career development opportunities; and

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.

This position is eligible for the employee referral bonus.

Req ID #: 42033

Posted: April 30, 2026

Posting end date: May 21, 2026

Salary Range: $106,020-$132,520

Safety Sensitive Site

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

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.