Lab Technologist - Wet Chemistry & QC (Temp)

Cameco; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cameco is recruiting for a six-month temporary role based at Key Lake, Saskatchewan. You will perform day-to-day analysis of laboratory samples by wet chemistry and instrumentation, participate in QC activities, and help maintain analytical equipment across lab, mill, and mine operations.

The position requires a chemistry diploma or degree, up to three years of experience, strong lab principles, and a collaborative, safety-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Chemical technology diploma or bachelor’s degree in chemistry.
• Up to three years of relevant work experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and work experience considered.
• Working knowledge of chemical laboratory principles and procedures.
• Effective organizational and analytical skills.
• Solid team player with a willingness to learn.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and work with minimal supervision.
• Coachable and receptive to feedback, maintains a positive attitude, works diligently, and adheres to safe work practices.
• Ability to lift and maneuver up to 40 lbs; and
• Work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Participant in quality control activities within the lab operations and assist with corrective and preventative action planning and implementation.
• Perform maintenance of analytical equipment in the lab, mill and mine, and provide coverage to the McArthur River satellite lab as needed.

Skills

Chemical lab knowledge

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Team player

Communication skills

Prioritization

Safety awareness

Adaptability

Rotate schedule readiness

Education

Chemistry diploma or degree

Tools

X-ray fluorescence spectrometer

Microsoft Office

SAP

LIMS

Job description

Cameco is recruiting for a six-month temporary role based at Key Lake, Saskatchewan. You will perform day-to-day analysis of laboratory samples by wet chemistry and instrumentation, participate in QC activities, and help maintain analytical equipment across lab, mill, and mine operations.

The position requires a chemistry diploma or degree, up to three years of experience, strong lab principles, and a collaborative, safety-focused mindset.