Welcome to Orano
Helping to meet current and future challenges to preserve our world and build the world of tomorrow while taking care of everyone's health is stimulating for you. For us too. By joining the Orano Group, a leading international player in the nuclear industry, you are in the right place.
Every day we work to produce efficient low-carbon energy, to fight global warming, to find solutions that save natural resources, and to contribute to progress in health.
Our strengths? Across the entire fuel cycle, we have extensive expertise in cutting-edge technologies, safe, high value-added products and services, and a strong capacity for innovation. All of these factors reflect the strong skills of our 17,000 employees, whom we are constantly striving to develop. With their different backgrounds and experience, they are proof of our openness to all talents. They share the same ambition: to give nuclear energy its full value.
Every day we work to produce efficient low-carbon energy, to fight global warming, to find solutions that save natural resources, and to contribute to progress in health.
Our strengths? Across the entire fuel cycle, we have extensive expertise in cutting-edge technologies, safe, high value-added products and services, and a strong capacity for innovation. All of these factors reflect the strong skills of our 17,000 employees, whom we are constantly striving to develop. With their different backgrounds and experience, they are proof of our openness to all talents. They share the same ambition: to give nuclear energy its full value.
Job description
Orano Canada is a leading producer of uranium in Canada, working to power the future with clean energy! As we expand our team and take on exciting new projects in Saskatchewan’s North, we invite you to be a part of our team!
In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of mining operations, guiding teams and contractors to ensure exceptional project execution with an emphasis on safety, quality, and efficiency. You’ll coordinate and supervise contractors, monitor performance, and implement safety programs that prioritize the well-being of our workers and the environment. Your expertise will help diagnose and troubleshot complex issues, while supporting the ongoing improvement of mining and drilling tools. If you are ready to embrace a challenge in a collaborative and evolving work environment, we encourage you to apply!
Responsibilities include:
· Co-ordinate and supervise employees and contractors at site, review performance and techniques
· Inspect and control the work site to ensure that adequate programs are in place that protect the health and safety of workers, the environment, and ensure that work is performed with adequate technical resources in a timely manner
· Collect and ensure the quality of data and records gathered from the worksite, including Orano and contractor’s forms and daily logs
· Follow procedures, quality manuals and appropriate controls for the use of equipment
· Involved in mining and drilling tools improvement such as proposing and suggesting modifications from field observations
· Support the Mine Operations General Supervisor on matters related to safety, training and logistics
· Perform other duties as assigned by the Mine Operations General Supervisor
· Embrace and support Operational Excellence efforts and OE Culture
· Comply with all Orano health, safety and environmental policies, practices and procedures
· Promote and adhere to Orano Canada’s values: Customer Satisfaction, Continuous Improvement, Respect and People Development, Cohesion and Team Spirit, and Exemplarity, Integrity, Responsibility
Work Location & Schedule:
· McClean Lake site
· 14 days in and 14 days out rotating schedule
· Normally an 11 hour work day, although some activity outside or normal working hours may be required
Pick-Up Points: Saskatoon, Prince Albert, La Ronge, Buffalo Narrows and the designated communities in the Athabasca region of Uranium City, Stony Rapids, Fond du Lac, and Wollaston.
Our Full-Time Benefits
- A customized onboarding experience upon your arrival
- A welcoming environment and great coworkers
- A competitive salary and benefits package
- Training and Development opportunities throughout your career
- Fitness equipment available for use on work / camp premises
- All of the advantages of a large group while maintaining the dynamics of a smaller company: career advancement opportunities, social committee, interesting projects and opportunities to get involved in our strong commitments to communities.
Ideal qualifications
Skills and Qualifications for the position include:
· Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in a drilling environment
· Experience in diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic and electronic systems
· Knowledge in borehole logging gamma, deviation and sonar
· Ability to understand engineering drawings on mechanical, hydraulic and electronic systems
· Familiar with Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook
· Familiarity with uranium mining and/or jet-boring technology are assets
· Possess a valid Driver’s License
· Experience in working in remote locations and to work outdoors, in all weather conditions
· Motivated self-starter, able to work under minimal supervision and be able to manage several tasks
simultaneously
· Excellent analytical, interpersonal and English communication skills, both written and verbal
· Able to organize, mentor, and develop crews
· Well organized with structured approaches
· Must be able to work independently under pressure and on a number of projects simultaneously
· A proven team leader who is able to develop positive working relationships and work closely and effectively with all team members
This position is subject to pre-employment checks including education and criminal record verification.
Drug and alcohol substance testing is a requirement for all safety sensitive positions at Orano Canada.
Drug and alcohol substance testing is a requirement for all safety sensitive positions at Orano Canada.
Orano Canada Inc.
As a sustainable uranium producer, Orano Canada is committed to safety, environmental protection and contributing to the prosperity and well-being of neighbouring communities.
We have been exploring for uranium, developing mines and producing uranium concentrate for more than 55 years. Headquartered in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, we are a leading producer of uranium in Canada. The Orano-operated McClean Lake mill is a unique facility and the most technologically advanced mill in the world for the processing of high-grade uranium ore without dilution.
We value the knowledge, experience and cultures and commit to the advancement of Indigenous Peoples, Women, Visible Minorities and People with Disabilities, and strongly encourage all candidates from these designated groups to apply for our exciting career opportunities.
We have been exploring for uranium, developing mines and producing uranium concentrate for more than 55 years. Headquartered in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, we are a leading producer of uranium in Canada. The Orano-operated McClean Lake mill is a unique facility and the most technologically advanced mill in the world for the processing of high-grade uranium ore without dilution.
We value the knowledge, experience and cultures and commit to the advancement of Indigenous Peoples, Women, Visible Minorities and People with Disabilities, and strongly encourage all candidates from these designated groups to apply for our exciting career opportunities.