Heavy Equipment Operator - Permanent & Temporary
- Regular/Permanent
- Canada / Saskatchewan
- In Office
- Apply Before 2/10/2025
Welcome to Orano
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.
Our strengths? Across the entire fuel cycle, we have extensive expertise in cutting-edge technologies, safe, high value-added products and services, and a strong capacity for innovation. All of these factors reflect the strong skills of our 17,000 employees, whom we are constantly striving to develop. With their different backgrounds and experience, they are proof of our openness to all talents. They share the same ambition: to give nuclear energy its full value.
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.
Our strengths? Across the entire fuel cycle, we have extensive expertise in cutting-edge technologies, safe, high value-added products and services, and a strong capacity for innovation. All of these factors reflect the strong skills of our 17,000 employees, whom we are constantly striving to develop. With their different backgrounds and experience, they are proof of our openness to all talents. They share the same ambition: to give nuclear energy its full value.
Job description
8 Positions (4 Permanent & 4 Temporary)
*Priority will be given to qualified RSN residents
Orano Canada is a leading producer of uranium in Canada, working to power the future with clean energy! As we expand our team and take on exciting new projects in Saskatchewan’s North, we invite you to be a part of our team!
In this role, your primary mission will be to skillfully and safety operate the site hydrovac unit, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. You’ll also have the opportunity to manage a variety of heavy equipment, including water and vacuum trucks, as well as IT28 wheel loaders. You’ll conduct routine inspections and monitor pumping activities to maintain optimal flows. If you are ready to bring your experience to our team, we encourage you to apply!
Responsibilities include:
· Safely operate the site hydrovac unit
· Equipment operation includes: water truck, vacuum truck (w/ standard transmission) and IT28 wheel loader
· May be required to operate D8/9 dozer and 988 loader
· Perform routine inspection of assigned equipment, keep equipment clean and in working order
· Monitor pumping activities and maintain flows to the separation unit and water cannon
· Assist with pond cleaning and separation unit operations as needed
· Move and restack recovered pond solids as needed
· Clean out vac truck tanks, ore bins and other tanks as needed
· Other duties as assigned
Work Location & Schedule:
· McClean Lake mine site
· 14 days in and 14 days out rotating schedule
· Flights from Saskatoon, room & board onsite covered by Orano Canada
· Normally an 11 hour work day, although some activity outside or normal working hours may be required
Benefits and advantages of working with us:
· Competitive salary and benefits package
· A welcoming environment and great co-workers
· Training, development, and career advancement opportunities
· Many indoor recreational activities some of which include: full size gymnasium, racquetball court and fitness facilities, billiards, art room, band room, and ongoing scheduled recreational activities such as bingo, basketball, floor hockey, volleyball, fitness classes, archery, pickle ball, art and pottery classes, etc.
· Outdoor recreational activities (weather permitting) some of which include: fishing, canoeing, paddleboards, bicycles, tennis courts, snow shoeing, etc.
Fly Day- This position will fly in and fly out on Friday
Pick-Up Points: Saskatoon, Prince Albert, La Ronge, Buffalo Narrows and the designated communities in the Athabasca region of Uranium City, Stony Rapids, Fond du Lac, and Wollaston.
Our Full-Time Benefits
- A customized onboarding experience upon your arrival
- A welcoming environment and great coworkers
- A competitive salary and benefits package
- Training and Development opportunities throughout your career
- Fitness equipment available for use on work / camp premises
- All of the advantages of a large group while maintaining the dynamics of a smaller company: career advancement opportunities, social committee, interesting projects and opportunities to get involved in our strong commitments to communities.
Ideal qualifications
Skills and Qualifications for the position include:
• Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN) applicants will be given preference
• Possess Grade 12 or equivalent
• 5+ years of experience in mining, oilfield or construction industry is required
• Previous training and experience (e.g. excavation, line location) with hydrovac truck is required
• Experience on 988 loader, D8 dozer and 777 haul trucks is preferred
• Experience working in remote or industrial locations is considered an asset
• Must possess a valid driver’s license (1A license an asset)
• Must be able to work independently and be self-sufficient in the field
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions
• Must be able to operate a standard transmission
• This position is physically demanding. The successful candidate must be able to conduct moderate levels of physical labor
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.
Drug and alcohol substance testing is a requirement for all safety sensitive positions at Orano Canada.
Orano Canada Inc.
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 have been exploring for uranium, developing mines and producing uranium concentrate for more than 55 years. Headquartered in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, we are a leading producer of uranium in Canada. The Orano-operated McClean Lake mill is a unique facility and the most technologically advanced mill in the world for the processing of high-grade uranium ore without dilution.
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.
We have been exploring for uranium, developing mines and producing uranium concentrate for more than 55 years. Headquartered in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, we are a leading producer of uranium in Canada. The Orano-operated McClean Lake mill is a unique facility and the most technologically advanced mill in the world for the processing of high-grade uranium ore without dilution.
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.
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