Mill Operator (Experienced)

Orano Canada; Cliffe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

Responsibilities include:

• Conduct all duties required in a safe and efficient manner
• Successfully complete training in the following areas: confined space entry, fall protection, lockout, WHMIS, radiation
• Competently operate and troubleshoot independently once trained in an area
• Act as a peer trainer for the process areas once trained and competent in the six process areas
• Operate all mandatory mobile equipment competently
• Take on an active leadership role (lead hand, project lead, new circuit commissioning, etc.) when requested/required
• Actively participate in weekly safety huddles
• Main responsibilities include: Ore Receiving, Leaching, CCD/Tailings, Clarification/SX, Precip/Calcining, JEB and SUE Water Treatment and Central Control Room
• 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: Customer Satisfaction, Continuous Improvement, Respect and People Development, Cohesion and Team Spirit, and Exemplarity, Integrity, Responsibility

Skills and Qualifications for the position include:

• Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN) applicants will be given preference
• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 or more years of experience in an operations capacity at a mill, mine or industrial facility, with experience at a uranium mill being an asset
• Applicants with 10+ years experience will be considered for a senior role
• Prior experience in leadership roles (e.g. lead hand experience) is considered an asset
• Prior experience with solvent extraction circuits is considered an asset
• Agree to undertake essential skill development as required
• Basic computer skills are required, as the mill is computer controlled. Experience using Delta-V, PI Vision and Access Database is considered an asset.
• Some mechanical aptitude is required to understand some equipment operation, for example, pumps, valves, filters, agitators, etc.
• Class 5 Valid driver’s license is considered an asset
• Must be dependable and have the ability to work independently
• Must have good communication skills

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.