Lab Technician - Temporary

Cameco Corporation; Port Hope; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Cameco Corporation is seeking a Lab Technician on a temporary full-time basis in Port Hope, Canada. The role involves performing a range of analyses within the SHEQ team, with emphasis on accuracy and adherence to GLP and sampling techniques.

Requirements include a post-secondary diploma in a relevant field, 4 years of lab experience, and calibration of instruments. The position is safety-sensitive with a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma (technician or technologist) in environmental, chemical or biotechnology.
• GLP knowledge and representative sampling techniques.
• 4 years experience in an analytical laboratory with techniques listed (spectrophotometry, ICP-MS, XRF).
• Perform equipment calibrations and ensure documentation in LIMS.
• Adhere to health & safety and housekeeping policies; clear background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of analyses as part of SHEQ team.
• Maintain high accuracy and attention to detail in experiments.
• Document results in electronic laboratory information management system (LIMS).

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Strong analytical skills

Education

Diploma in environmental, chemical or biotechnology

Tools

Spectrophotometry

ICP-MS

X-ray fluorescence

Gravimetric procedures

Job description

Career Opportunities: Lab Technician - Temporary (42350)

Work Contract: Temporary, Full-time. Approximately 10 month contract.

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.

Position and Responsibilities

As a member of the SHEQ team, you are responsible for performing a variety of analyses. The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter capable of working in a team environment who possesses a strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.

Education and Qualifications

Requirements of the position:

• Post-secondary diploma (technician or technologist) in environmental, chemical or biotechnology
• Excellent working knowledge of good laboratory practices (GLP) and representative sampling techniques
• 4 years experience in an analytical laboratory involving techniques such as spectrophotometry, ICP-MS, X-ray fluorescence, high accuracy volumetric and gravimetric procedures is preferred. Must have working knowledge of current instrumental analysis
• Perform equipment and instrument calibrations according to establish procedures
• Ensure that documentation is complete in every aspect and all results are entered into the electronic laboratory information management system (LIMS)
• Ensures full compliance with the company’s health & safety and housekeeping policies
• Clear background check

Assets:

• Experience gained within the uranium industry

Job ID: 42350
Posted: August 25, 2026
Posting end date: September 9, 2026

Hourly Rate: $39.18/hr

Safety Sensitive Site

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‑Sensistve 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.