Journeyperson Industrial Mechanic - Mining - Permanent

Orano Group; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading international player in the nuclear industry as a Journeyperson Industrial Mechanic. This exciting role involves maintaining and optimizing essential mining equipment, ensuring efficient operations while adhering to safety protocols. You will be part of a dynamic team, tackling challenges from preventative maintenance to equipment repairs. Embrace a rotating schedule that allows for a balanced work-life experience while contributing to sustainable energy solutions. If you are ready for an exciting challenge and want to make a difference in the mining industry, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Must have an Interprovincial Journeyperson Industrial Mechanic ticket.
• Welding and Heavy Duty Mechanic experience are assets.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize mining equipment through preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure safety and efficiency in operations.

Skills

Interprovincial Journeyperson Industrial Mechanic ticket

Welding experience

Journeyperson Machinist ticket

Heavy Duty Mechanic experience

Understanding of pumps and mechanical equipment

Ability to work outdoors

Education

Journeyperson certification

Job description

Journeyperson Industrial Mechanic - Mining - Permanent

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.

Reporting to the Mine Maintenance Supervisor, you’ll play an important role in maintaining and optimizing essential equipment that keeps our mining systems running smoothly. Your responsibilities will span from preventative maintenance and equipment repairs to hands-on tasks like rebuilding pumps of various sizes, bearing replacements, and fabrication. You’ll collaborate with diverse teams across departments to ensure safety and efficiency. If you are ready for an exciting challenge, we encourage you to apply!

Responsibilities include:

• Responsible for all aspects of millwright maintenance at the mine site and surrounding areas, including preventative maintenance work, equipment repairs, and participation in developing maintenance programs.
• Rebuilding pumps of various types and sizes.
• Removal of pumps, fans, and agitators for maintenance.
• Bearing replacements, belt/sheave changes and adjustments.
• Oil changes on equipment.
• Some occasional welding/fabricating.
• Maintain a safe and organized working environment.
• Overtime, call outs, and shift work as required.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Move and operate mining equipment.
• Work closely with other departments.
• 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:

• 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.
• This position requires moderate physical ability.

Skills and Qualifications for the position include:

• Must have an Interprovincial Journeyperson Industrial Mechanic ticket.
• A Journeyperson Machinist ticket is considered an asset.
• Welding experience and/or a Journeyperson Welder is considered an asset.
• Heavy Duty Mechanic experience and/or Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic is an asset.
• Good understanding of pumps and other mechanical equipment related to the mine operation.
• Willing to assist other trades in the completion of their duties.
• Able to work outdoors, in all weather conditions.
• Priority will be given to residents of Saskatchewan’s North.

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.

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 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.