Geophysicist (2 Year Term)

Geophysicist (2 Year Term)

(Saskatoon)

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. Our aim is to better define known deposits and discover new ones that will make it possible to supply our McClean Lake Mill for years to come. In this role, you will have the opportunity to take on a variety of interesting projects. If this sounds like a career path for you, please apply!

We are seeking a Geophysicist with 3 to 5 years of professional experience to support exploration activities, data management, and geophysical analysis within the Exploration Department. The ideal candidate is collaborative, technically strong, and eager to contribute to innovation and operational excellence.

Responsibilities include:  

Geophysical Data Management & Processing:

·       Work with legacy geophysical datasets: review, archive, and maintain historical data

·       Process geophysical datasets as needed to produce standardized products using QA/QC best practices

·       Support the development and maintenance of regional geophysical data compilations

·       Review, process, and integrate new airborne geophysical data into regional datasets

Technical Project Support:

·       Provide technical support to project geophysicists, including geophysical modeling and analytical work

·       Contribute to geophysical interpretation and reporting during field seasons

·       Assist with preparing high-quality technical documentation and reports

Innovation & Machine Learning:

·       Contribute to the development, testing, and deployment of machine learning tools for geophysical and geological datasets

Operational Excellence & Compliance:

·       Embrace and support Operational Excellence (OE) initiatives and culture

·       Comply with all Orano health, safety, and environmental policies, procedures, and best practices

·       Promote and adhere to Orano’s Values: Safety and Security, Team Spirit and Cohesion, Continuous Improvement, Customer Satisfaction, Ethics, Transparency and Dialogue, Respect and People Development

Skills and Qualifications we’re seeking:

·       University degree in geophysics or a related discipline

·       Registered, or eligible for registration, with APEGS as a Professional Geoscientist, Engineer, or Geoscientist-in-Training

·       3–5 years of relevant experience in geophysical data acquisition, processing, or interpretation

·       Familiarity with a range of applied geophysical methods and data types (EM, DC/IP, Radiometry, Magnetometry, Gravimetry, MT)

·       Proficiency with geophysical and GIS software such as Oasis Montaj, Geoscience Analyst, and ArcGIS

·       Experience with Python programming is considered an asset

·       Effective communication and interpersonal skills and able to work as part of a team to foster and maintain good working relationships

Work Location & Schedule:  

·       Saskatoon Corporate Office – 40 hours/week

·       Occasional travel to various project locations in the field (Approx. 10%)

Benefits and advantages of working with us:

· Competitive salary and benefits package

· Training and development opportunities

· Fitness equipment available for use on work/camp premises

· Career advancement opportunities, social committee, interesting projects and opportunities to get involved in our strong commitments to communities

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 April 30, 2026.

Job #: 026-081-S