Coordinator, Emergency Response

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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.

About Us

Cigar Lake, located in northern Saskatchewan, is the world’s highest-grade uranium mine. The uranium produced at Cigar Lake 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 power a secure energy future.

The Role

Reporting to the senior coordinator, SHEQ (Safety Health Environment Quality), you will be responsible for the coordination of the Emergency Preparedness and Response Program (EPRP). This includes ensuring that our regulatory commitments are maintained, specifically compliance with the CSA N393-13 standard with respect to fire protection at nuclear facilities.

In this role, you will:

• Develop and maintain annual training and drill plans for ERT/MRT members, ensuring that regulatory and minimum requirements for volunteers are met.
• Coordinate contractors for the certification and testing, of site emergency response equipment and emergency response PPE.
• Participate in the planning, development and management of the EPRP budget.
• Coordinate and mentor the emergency response safety officers and provide training coverage as required.
• Engage stakeholders to ensure program consistency.
• Support the safety program and provide oversight of external initial event reporting when required.

Required:

• valid Saskatchewan certificate of competency in Mine Rescue Instruction and as a Mine Rescue Worker;
• hazardous Materials Certification (NFPA 1072);
• industrial Firefighting Certification (NFPA 1081);
• bio–Marine Factory Technician
• five or more years of experience in emergency response and rescue, in a mining environment;
• extensive knowledge of fire protection, industrial firefighting, mine rescue, and wildland firefighting; and
• work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft.

Recommended:

• fire Service Instructor Certification (NFPA 1041);
• technical Rescue Certification (NFPA 1006) operations;
• previous supervisory and coaching roles;
• strong verbal and written communication skills, including external regulatory communication;
• experience with SAP software;
• planning, scheduling, coordinating experience;
• ert training program development; and
• trade Certification.

Conditions of Employment:

• Pre-employment substance test

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 and Family Assistance Programs;
• RRSP and RPP matching program; and
• career development opportunities.
  
  

Cameco is an employment equity employer and aims to achieve gender parity, and as such, preference will be given to qualified members of equity groups. We are strengthened by the diverse backgrounds of experiences and encourage applicants with various levels of expertise to apply, as equivalent combination of education and work experience are considered.

This position is eligible for the employee referral bonus.

Req ID #: 42659

Posted: October 27, 2026

Posting end date: November 17, 2026
Salary: $124,510- $155,640

Safety Sensitive Site

Preference will be given to Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN).

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 for all positions that will work at Safety Sensitive Sites or Safety Sensitive Positions must take and pass a Substance Test, which includes marijuana, as a condition of employment. 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.