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Name
Hydrovac/Heavy Equipment Operator (Temporary)
Ref #
14660
Posting Date
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Country
Canada
Region
Saskatchewan
City
McClean Lake
Business Unit (BU)
MN
Type of Employment
Fixed term/Temporary
Desired Starting Date
26-06-2026
Work Schedule
14 days in/14 days out rotating schedule
Remote Work
In office
Job
M - MINING & GEOLOGY

Description

Description

Hydrovac/Heavy Equipment Operator (Temporary)

(McClean Lake)

Reports to the Mine Operations Supervisor

 

*Priority will be given to qualified RSN residents

 

In this role, your primary mission will be to skillfully and safety operate the site hydrovac unit, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. You’ll also have the opportunity to manage a variety of heavy equipment, including water and vacuum trucks, as well as IT28 wheel loaders. You’ll conduct routine inspections and monitor pumping activities to maintain optimal flows. If you are ready to bring your experience to our team, we encourage you to apply!

 

Responsibilities include:

  • Safely operate the site hydrovac unit
  • Equipment operation includes: water truck, vacuum truck (w/ standard transmission) and IT28 wheel loader
  • May be required to operate D8/9 dozer and 988 loader
  • Perform routine inspection of assigned equipment, keep equipment clean and in working order
  • Monitor pumping activities and maintain flows to the separation unit and water cannon
  • Assist with pond cleaning and separation unit operations as needed
  • Move and restack recovered pond solids as needed
  • Clean out vac truck tanks, ore bins and other tanks as needed
  • Other duties as assigned

 

Skills and Qualifications for the position include:

  • Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN) applicants will be given preference
  • Possess Grade 12 or equivalent
  • 5+ years of experience in mining, oilfield or construction industry is required
  • Previous training and experience (e.g. excavation, line location) with hydrovac truck is required
  • Experience on 988 loader, D8 dozer and 777 haul trucks is preferred
  • Experience working in remote or industrial locations is considered an asset
  • Valid Class 5 or Class 5 Northern Restricted driver’s license is required
  • 1A license is an asset
  • Must be able to work independently and be self-sufficient in the field
  • Must be able to follow oral and written instructions
  • Must be able to operate a standard transmission
  • This position is physically demanding.   The successful candidate must be able to conduct moderate levels of physical labor

 

Work Location & Schedule:  

  • McClean Lake mine site
  • 14 days in and 14 days out rotating schedule
  • Flights from Saskatoon, room & board onsite covered by Orano Canada
  • Normally an 11 hour work day, although some activity outside or normal working hours may be required

 

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

 

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 June 12th, 2026.

Job #: 026-124-M

Requirements

Hydrovac/Heavy Equipment Operator (Temporary)

(McClean Lake)

Reports to the Mine Operations Supervisor

 

*Priority will be given to qualified RSN residents

 

In this role, your primary mission will be to skillfully and safety operate the site hydrovac unit, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. You’ll also have the opportunity to manage a variety of heavy equipment, including water and vacuum trucks, as well as IT28 wheel loaders. You’ll conduct routine inspections and monitor pumping activities to maintain optimal flows. If you are ready to bring your experience to our team, we encourage you to apply!

 

Responsibilities include:

  • Safely operate the site hydrovac unit
  • Equipment operation includes: water truck, vacuum truck (w/ standard transmission) and IT28 wheel loader
  • May be required to operate D8/9 dozer and 988 loader
  • Perform routine inspection of assigned equipment, keep equipment clean and in working order
  • Monitor pumping activities and maintain flows to the separation unit and water cannon
  • Assist with pond cleaning and separation unit operations as needed
  • Move and restack recovered pond solids as needed
  • Clean out vac truck tanks, ore bins and other tanks as needed
  • Other duties as assigned

 

Skills and Qualifications for the position include:

  • Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN) applicants will be given preference
  • Possess Grade 12 or equivalent
  • 5+ years of experience in mining, oilfield or construction industry is required
  • Previous training and experience (e.g. excavation, line location) with hydrovac truck is required
  • Experience on 988 loader, D8 dozer and 777 haul trucks is preferred
  • Experience working in remote or industrial locations is considered an asset
  • Valid Class 5 or Class 5 Northern Restricted driver’s license is required
  • 1A license is an asset
  • Must be able to work independently and be self-sufficient in the field
  • Must be able to follow oral and written instructions
  • Must be able to operate a standard transmission
  • This position is physically demanding.   The successful candidate must be able to conduct moderate levels of physical labor

 

Work Location & Schedule:  

  • McClean Lake mine site
  • 14 days in and 14 days out rotating schedule
  • Flights from Saskatoon, room & board onsite covered by Orano Canada
  • Normally an 11 hour work day, although some activity outside or normal working hours may be required

 

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

 

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 June 12th, 2026.

Job #: 026-124-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.

Location Details

McClean Lake, Saskatchewan, Canada