Orano Canada is a leading producer of uranium in Canada, working to power the future with clean energy!

In this role, you’ll perform and ensure the accuracy of essential Mill and Environmental assays, support equipment maintenance, and support safe lab operations. Reporting to the Laboratory Supervisor, you will play a key role in ensuring smooth lab operations. We welcome candidates with a range of experience levels, from junior to senior. If this sounds like a career path for you, please apply!

Responsibilities include: 

·            Perform routine Mill and Environmental assays in accordance with established test procedures in an accurate and timely fashion

·            Ensure safety and hygiene standards and conditions are maintained in the appropriate area

·            Responsible for equipment operation, maintenance and housekeeping; perform minor maintenance orientated tasks

·            Maintain appropriate and accurate records of analysis, equipment condition, and calibration

·            Alert lab supervision of any irregularities which may have an effect on analytical accuracy, sample throughput, and instrument operation

·            Effectively work and communicate with the supervisor, laboratory technicians, mill personnel, and cross shift.

·            Carry out other procedures and assignments as required with supervision

·            Troubleshoot problem areas, confirm analytical accuracy, and perform instrument calibration under the direction of the chemist

·            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

Qualities and Skills, we’re seeking:

·            Graduate of a recognized Chemical Laboratory Technology program or a University degree in Chemistry

·            5+ years of laboratory experience is preferred

·            Experience with XRF, ICP-MS and HPLC is considered an asset

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

Work Location & Schedule: 

·            McClean Lake

·            14 day in/ 14 day out rotating schedule

·            Normally an 11 hour work day, although some activity outside of normal working hours may be required