Specialist, Radiation (40945)

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. We 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 energize a clean-air world.

The Role

The role of the radiation department is to administer and monitor the site radiation protection program, and to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. As a senior member of the radiation department, the specialist role will report directly to the radiation coordinator and will be responsible for providing technical and analytical expertise to both the radiation department and site stakeholders. You will work collaboratively within the department and engage stakeholders on improvement opportunities and initiatives.

In this role, you will:

+ Support radiation department objectives which include job hazard analyses, sampling, completing incident investigations, managing radiation monitoring data and generating reports + Investigate and assess emerging technologies related to measuring and monitoring of radiation and its suitability to the uranium industry + Develop innovative tools and solutions to improve the accuracy and efficiency of the current program + Engage site stakeholders in developing creative ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) initiatives + Collaborate on new technology solutions and act as lead in identifying opportunities for improvement on all technical matters within the department

Required:

+ Three to five years of relevant work experience + Equivalent combination of education and work experience considered + Excellent communication, interpersonal and analytical skills + Strong computer skills + Work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft

Recommended:

Conditions of Employment:

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Pre-employment substance test

Cameco is proud to offer a competitive total reward package which includes:

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 #: 40945

Posted: April 17, 2025

Posting end date: May 8, 2025

Salary Range: $92,000 – 115,000

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 involve work at Safety Sensitive Sites or in 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.

Vacancies identified within a unionized work location will be governed by the respective collective bargaining agreement. In cases where a job opportunity exists, senior qualified employees shall be entitled to preference.