Int. Technician, Mine (Survey)

Cameco Corporation; Saskatchewan; On-site; AUD 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation costs

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Cameco Corporation is seeking an Int. Technician, Mine (Survey) to support both underground and surface survey activities for mine development and production.

You will perform mark-ups, month-end surveys, and liaise with technical services to coordinate field work, while adhering to safety and efficiency priorities. The role requires two years of underground surveying experience, proficiency with GPS and Total Stations, and experience with 3D drafting tools such as Deswik/Vulcan/AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• Technical certificate or diploma in mining or related field.
• Minimum of two years of underground mine surveying experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
• Proficiency with survey equipment and software such as GPS and Total Stations.
• Experience performing and processing stope and cavity laser scans.
• Proficient in MS Office and 3D drafting software such as Deswik/Vulcan/AutoCAD; and
• Willing to work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and efficiently perform survey mark-ups based on approved designs and layouts to support key mining activities including development, production, freeze drilling, diamond drilling and Cavity Monitor Surveys, including underground drone flights.
• Perform month-end surveys to capture development progress and issue the month-end survey report.
• Liaise with mine technical services and mine operations to coordinate field survey work, timeline requirements, priorities, and survey methodology.
• Review and update relevant standard procedures and work instructions as required.
• Work independently, communicate effectively with coworkers to plan work, and provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship within the mine technician group.
• Conduct concrete QA/QC including concrete cylinder breaks/slump testing etc. and perform field duties to support mine engineering data collection and instrumentation monitoring efforts.

Skills

Underground surveying

Drone operations

MS Office

Leadership & mentorship

Survey mark-ups

Education

Technical certificate or diploma in mining or related field

Tools

GPS

Total Stations

Deswik

Vulcan

AutoCAD

Job description

Career Opportunities: Int. Technician, Mine (Survey) (42440)

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

McArthur River, located in northern Saskatchewan, is the world’s largest high-grade uranium mine. The uranium produced at McArthur River 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

Reporting to the senior engineer, mine, you will be primarily responsible for survey activities in support of mine development and production activities. Your role will also include performing various surface survey tasks, concrete QA/QC, and assisting with mine engineering data collection and instrumentation monitoring as needed. This position involves a diverse range of responsibilities both underground and on the surface, as well as office-based tasks. A strong focus on safety and efficiency is expected in all aspects of the work.

In this role, you will:

• Accurately and efficiently perform survey mark-ups based on approved designs and layouts to support key mining activities including development, production, freeze drilling, diamond drilling and Cavity Monitor Surveys, including underground drone flights.
• Perform month-end surveys to capture development progress and issue the month-end survey report.
• Liaise with mine technical services and mine operations to coordinate field survey work, timeline requirements, priorities, and survey methodology.
• Review and update relevant standard procedures and work instructions as required.
• Work independently, communicate effectively with coworkers to plan work, and provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship within the mine technician group.
• Conduct concrete QA/QC including concrete cylinder breaks/slump testing etc. and perform field duties to support mine engineering data collection and instrumentation monitoring efforts.

Required:

• technical certificate or diploma in mining or related field;
• a minimum of two years of experience in underground mine surveying, demonstrating technical proficiency and field expertise;
• equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered;
• proficiency working with survey equipment and software such as GPS and Total Stations;
• experience performing and processing stope and cavity laser scans;
• proficient in MS Office and experience with 3D drafting software such as Deswik/Vulcan/AutoCAD; and
• work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft.

Recommended:

• experience in underground mining and/or uranium mining;
• experience flying drones;
• drafting experience; and
• additional mine related experience we will be an asset (mining, mine ventilation, mine construction).

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.

Applicants will be considered for a level within the job progression which is appropriate to their qualifications.

This position is eligible for the employee referral bonus.

Posted: August 20, 2026

Posting end date: September 10, 2026 Salary Range: $87,700 - $109,700

Safety Sensitive Site

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

The McArthur River operation is located in northern Saskatchewan and operates on a two week on/two week off 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.