Shift Operating Engineer

Cameco Corporation; Blind River; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan including drug and dental

Vision plan and spending account

RRSP/RPP matching

Paid vacation leave

Employee & Family Assistance Programs

Disability benefits

Life/AD&D insurance

Job summary

Cameco Corporation is seeking a skilled powerhouse operator for the Blind River refinery in Ontario. You will be responsible for safe operation and servicing of powerhouse equipment, including boilers, water treatment, air systems, and standby diesel generators, while guiding maintenance staff.

The role requires adherence to regulatory standards and detailed documentation. Ideal candidates hold an Ontario Second Class Operating Engineer Certificate and have 5–8 years of industrial experience

Qualifications

• Ontario Second Class Operating Engineer Certificate is mandatory.
• 5–8 years of industrial experience.
• Knowledge of the Pressure Vessels Act and Operating Engineer Regulations.
• Strong problem solving, communication and critical thinking; follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate high pressure boilers and auxiliary equipment per regulations.
• Manage water filtration system and treatment plant.
• Control compressed air system and air dryers operation.
• Operate stand-by diesel generator.
• Guide maintenance personnel on powerhouse equipment.
• Maintain documentation per regulations.

Skills

Boiler operation

Industrial maintenance

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Education

Ontario Second Class Operating Engineer Certificate

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Job Category: Fuel Services Division

Location: Blind River Refinery

Work Contract: Permanent Full-time (K1)

Blind River is situated on the North Channel of Lake Huron on the Trans-Canada Highway, midway between Sudbury and Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Enjoy a rewarding career, a welcoming community, and an exceptional quality of life!

Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to power a secure energy future. The Blind River refinery is part of Cameco’s Fuel Services Division.

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.

Position And Responsibilities

As a member of the powerhouse, you will be responsible for the safe operation and servicing of all equipment relating to powerhouse and utilities operations, which includes:

• Operating high pressure boilers and auxiliary equipment according to the Pressure Vessels Act and Operating Engineers Regulations
• Operating the water filtration system and treatment plant
• Controlling the operation of the compressed air system and air dryers
• Operating the stand-by diesel generator
• Guiding activities of maintenance personnel while working on powerhouse equipment
• Maintaining documentation according to the Operating Engineers Regulations

Education And Qualifications

• Ontario Second Class Operating Engineer Certificate
• Five to eight years of previous job experience in an industrial setting
• Detailed knowledge of the Pressure Vessels Act and Operating Engineer Regulations is mandatory
• Good problem solving, communication and critical thinking skills, and the ability to work in accordance with established procedures and work practices is essential

Assets

• Exposure to predictive maintenance techniques and technologies
• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems

Site hours of operation require this position to work a 24-hour operation work schedule of 12 hour rotating day and night shifts.

Safety Sensitive Site

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 & Family Assistance Programs
• RRSP and RPP matching program
• Career development opportunities

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 employed by Cameco at a non-Safety Sensitive Site will be required to take and pass a Substance Test, which includes marijuana, as a condition of their reassignment to a safety sensitive site or safety sensitive position. 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.