Elder Advisor

Job Category: Human Resources Location: Cigar Lake Work Contract: Casual (K6) 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 Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to power a secure energy future. Utilities around the world rely on our nuclear fuel products to generate safe, reliable, emissions-free nuclear power. Cameco’s corporate office is based in Saskatoon. We have mining operations and projects in northern Saskatchewan, Kazakhstan, the United States and Australia. We are also a leading supplier of uranium refining, conversion, and fuel manufacturing services from our operations in Ontario. The Role As the Elder advisor/knowledge keeper you will support Cameco’s People, Corporate and Community Relations team and site leadership to represent Cigar Lake and Rabbit Lake in site visits, meetings, and celebrations, to provide and preserve Indigenous culture and traditions and offer guidance and teachings within that experience and knowledge. As a respected Elder/knowledge keeper from the local northern Saskatchewan community, you will demonstrate Cameco’s values of safety and environment, people, integrity and excellence in your daily activities. In This Role, You Will Be responsible for bringing forward employee and contractor questions and concerns to site human resources. Listen and provide guidance, as well as job shadowing employees in their daily activities, while maintaining confidentiality. Assist in planning and promoting emotional, and physical activities to increase the overall well-being and cultural understanding of site employees and contractors. Actively move throughout the sites to connect with employees and contractors in various work areas to foster relationships. Required resident of and living in the local community of Black Lake First Nation, Stony Rapids, Hatchet Lake First Nation, or Wollaston Lake; and two to three years of experience in community roles such as Elder, knowledge keeper, or leadership; and knowledge of local culture and traditional lifestyle; and fluent in English and a local language; and work a flexible schedule (approximately seven days per shift and eight shifts per year) and commute to site by aircraft. Asset mine site or industrial work experience. Conditions Of Employment pre-employment substance test. 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 is a two-year temporary position. Applications will also be reviewed by local community leadership in addition to Cameco. Safety Sensitive Site Req ID #: 42345 Rate per hour: 52.79 Posted: July 21, 2026 Posting end date: August 11, 2026 Preference will be given to Residents of Saskatchewan’s North. 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.

Support site leadership by representing Indigenous culture and traditions through guidance, teachings, and participation in site meetings and celebrations. Act as a liaison between employees and human resources while promoting cultural understanding and well-being activities.

Must be a resident of Black Lake First Nation, Stony Rapids, Hatchet Lake First Nation, or Wollaston Lake with 2-3 years of community leadership or Elder experience. Candidates must be fluent in English and a local language and be able to work a flexible shift schedule involving site travel by aircraft.

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Indigenous Culture Knowledge
• Traditional Knowledge
• Community Leadership
• Cultural Guidance
• Employee Relations
• Conflict Resolution
• Confidentiality
• Relationship Building
• English Fluency
• Local Language Fluency
• Mentorship
• Well-being Support

• Human Resources
• Social Services
• Energy

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

20 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level