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Name
Metallurgical Technician (6 Month Term)
Ref #
14467
Posting Date
Monday, May 4, 2026
Country
Canada
Region
Saskatchewan
City
Mc Clean Lake
Business Unit (BU)
MN
Type of Employment
Fixed term/Temporary
Duration
6 Month Term
Desired Starting Date
17-06-2026
Work Schedule
14 days in/14 days out rotating schedule
Remote Work
In office
Job
N - LABORATORY

Description

Description

Metallurgical Technician (6 Month Term)

(McClean Lake)

 

*Priority will be given to qualified Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN) candidates

 

Orano Canada is a leading producer of uranium in Canada, working to power the future with clean energy! Our McClean Lake mill is the most technologically-advanced mill in the world for the processing of high-grade uranium ore without dilution. Join our dynamic team at McClean Lake where you will prepare and conduct mill samples and tests and support our Metallurgy Team. If this sounds like a career path for you, please apply!

 

Responsibilities include:  

  • Maintain and promote safety and environmental awareness
  • Perform minor maintenance and calibration of laboratory and field instruments
  • Carry out routine safety and quality control checks as they relate to the Metallurgy laboratory
  • Collect and prepare mill samples for chemical analysis 
  • Execute and assist in metallurgical tests as required to lead and support continuous improvement in the areas of sampling, analysis reporting, mill processes, mill improvement, and environmental performance. 
  • Monitor, Evaluate and Report on Mill Performance when required
  • Assist in metallurgy and mill report preparation, as required
  • Assist the chemical assay laboratory if required 
  • Attend scheduled department meetings
  • Embrace and support Operational Excellence efforts and OE Culture
  • Comply with all Orano health, safety and environmental policies, practices and procedures
  • Promote and adhere to Orano Canada’s values: Safety and Security, Team Spirit and Cohesion, Continuous Improvement, Customer Satisfaction, Ethics, Transparency and Dialogue, Respect and People Development

 

Skills and Qualifications for the position include:

  • Preference will be given to a resident of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN)
  • Possess a grade 12 diploma with a minimum of 60% in each of the following subjects: English Language Arts A30, English Language Arts B30, Chemistry 30 and Pre-Calculus 30 (or a min of 60% in a 30-level math)
  • Able to work in both industrial and laboratory environments
  • Able to rotate in any of the positions described above as required and to participate in a team setting to solve problems 
  • Must be able to work independently with minimum supervision
  • Attention to detail and good problem solving skills required
  • Must have the ability to learn on the job
  • Must be Safety conscious  

 

Work Location & Schedule:  

  • McClean Lake Mill in a 14 days in and 14 days out schedule
  • Normally an 11 hour work day, although some activity outside of normal working hours may be required
  • This position requires moderate physical ability 
  • May be required to work evening or night shifts

 

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.

 

Salary Range:

$65,900 - $77,500

 

Fly Day- This position will fly in and fly out on Tuesday

 

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.

 

As a condition of employment the successful candidate must complete Orano’s pre-employment checks including education verification and employment reference checks. 

 

Drug (including marijuana) and alcohol substance testing is a requirement for all Safety Sensitive positions. Applicants who have recently used marijuana recreationally may not pass a substance test as marijuana can remain in the user’s system for as many as 30 days after use. 

 

Orano is an equal opportunity employer.  We value the knowledge, experience and cultures of all individuals and are committed to the advancement of Indigenous Peoples, Women, Visible Minorities and People with Disabilities. We strongly encourage all qualified candidates from these designated groups, including those with disabilities, to apply for our career opportunities. We are dedicated to creating an accessible workplace for everyone.

 

Apply online at www.orano.group/jobs/en by May 18th, 2026.

Job #: 026-096-M

Requirements

Metallurgical Technician (6 Month Term)

(McClean Lake)

 

*Priority will be given to qualified Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN) candidates

 

Orano Canada is a leading producer of uranium in Canada, working to power the future with clean energy! Our McClean Lake mill is the most technologically-advanced mill in the world for the processing of high-grade uranium ore without dilution. Join our dynamic team at McClean Lake where you will prepare and conduct mill samples and tests and support our Metallurgy Team. If this sounds like a career path for you, please apply!

 

Responsibilities include:  

  • Maintain and promote safety and environmental awareness
  • Perform minor maintenance and calibration of laboratory and field instruments
  • Carry out routine safety and quality control checks as they relate to the Metallurgy laboratory
  • Collect and prepare mill samples for chemical analysis 
  • Execute and assist in metallurgical tests as required to lead and support continuous improvement in the areas of sampling, analysis reporting, mill processes, mill improvement, and environmental performance. 
  • Monitor, Evaluate and Report on Mill Performance when required
  • Assist in metallurgy and mill report preparation, as required
  • Assist the chemical assay laboratory if required 
  • Attend scheduled department meetings
  • Embrace and support Operational Excellence efforts and OE Culture
  • Comply with all Orano health, safety and environmental policies, practices and procedures
  • Promote and adhere to Orano Canada’s values: Safety and Security, Team Spirit and Cohesion, Continuous Improvement, Customer Satisfaction, Ethics, Transparency and Dialogue, Respect and People Development

 

Skills and Qualifications for the position include:

  • Preference will be given to a resident of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN)
  • Possess a grade 12 diploma with a minimum of 60% in each of the following subjects: English Language Arts A30, English Language Arts B30, Chemistry 30 and Pre-Calculus 30 (or a min of 60% in a 30-level math)
  • Able to work in both industrial and laboratory environments
  • Able to rotate in any of the positions described above as required and to participate in a team setting to solve problems 
  • Must be able to work independently with minimum supervision
  • Attention to detail and good problem solving skills required
  • Must have the ability to learn on the job
  • Must be Safety conscious  

 

Work Location & Schedule:  

  • McClean Lake Mill in a 14 days in and 14 days out schedule
  • Normally an 11 hour work day, although some activity outside of normal working hours may be required
  • This position requires moderate physical ability 
  • May be required to work evening or night shifts

 

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.

 

Salary Range:

$65,900 - $77,500

 

Fly Day- This position will fly in and fly out on Tuesday

 

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.

 

As a condition of employment the successful candidate must complete Orano’s pre-employment checks including education verification and employment reference checks. 

 

Drug (including marijuana) and alcohol substance testing is a requirement for all Safety Sensitive positions. Applicants who have recently used marijuana recreationally may not pass a substance test as marijuana can remain in the user’s system for as many as 30 days after use. 

 

Orano is an equal opportunity employer.  We value the knowledge, experience and cultures of all individuals and are committed to the advancement of Indigenous Peoples, Women, Visible Minorities and People with Disabilities. We strongly encourage all qualified candidates from these designated groups, including those with disabilities, to apply for our career opportunities. We are dedicated to creating an accessible workplace for everyone.

 

Apply online at www.orano.group/jobs/en by May 18th, 2026.

Job #: 026-096-M

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.

Orano Group

Working on current and future challenges to power and preserve our world, build the one of tomorrow, and improve life for our communities - that’s exciting for you. For us, too. By joining Orano, a leading international player in the nuclear sector, you’re in the right place.


Every day, employees at Orano work to produce efficient and reliable nuclear energy, fight climate change, find solutions that conserve natural resources, and advance progress in healthcare.


Our strengths are throughout the entire nuclear fuel cycle: mastery of cutting-edge technologies, safe and high value-added products and services, specialized expertise, and strong innovation capabilities. These are just some of the qualities that showcase the exceptional skills of our 18,000 employees and their continuous learning, which we support. Diverse in profiles and experience - proof of our openness to all talent - they share the same ambition: to unlock the full value of nuclear energy.