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Description

About Us
McArthur River, located in northern Saskatchewan, is the worlds largest high-grade uranium mine. The uranium produced at McArthur River is used for nuclear fuel products, which utilities around the world rely on to generate safe, reliable, emissions-free nuclear power. Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to energize a clean-air world.

In this role, you will:
-Operate raisebore/longhole drills and all associated equipment
-Co-ordinate moving, set-up, teardown, and placements of raisebore/longhole Drilling equipment and Drills
-Assist in the installation and removal of bits and reamers.
  
Required:
-Minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent
-Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience as a raisebore/longhole operator in a mining environment
-Minimum of 2 years underground work experience
-Strong organizational, problem solving and communication skills
-Rotating day shift/night shift schedule

Recommended:
-Experience in longhole drilling and blasting
-Ability to obtain a Saskatchewan Blasting certificate
-Mine Rescue experience
-Ability to operate small pieces of equipment (skid steer)

Conditions of Employment
-Pre-Employment Substance Test