Refrigeration Mechanic

Denison Mines•Saskatoon, SK

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Denison is seeking a Refrigeration Mechanic to support the operation and maintenance of the freeze plant systems at the Wheeler River Phoenix Site. This role is responsible for operating industrial refrigeration equipment, supporting commissioning activities, and maintaining reliable system performance as the project advances. This position will initially be based at our Saskatoon office and will later transition to a site-based, rotational (2-week on/2-week off) role at the Wheeler River Site in Northern Saskatchewan.

Requirements

A Journeyperson Certificate in the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic trade, combined with a Refrigeration Engineer certificate (strongly preferred)
10+ years of experience in industrial settings, including the development of operating procedures and maintenance plans
Experience operating and maintaining large industrial ammonia compressor refrigeration systems
Refrigeration plant commissioning experience
Experience with DCS, SCADA, or PLC controlled systems
All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.

Nice To Haves

Ground freezing experience is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Operate refrigeration and brine distribution modules or “Freeze Plant” at the Wheeler River Phoenix site
Lead and execute maintenance activities for refrigeration systems and wellfield freeze piping infrastructure
Support the development and continuous improvement of operating procedures and maintenance plans
Contribute to the development and implementation of standard operating procedures
Lead the development of preventative maintenance plans and schedules for refrigeration systems
Assist in identifying maintenance requirements and critical spare parts
Monitor system performance, including compressors, chillers, condensers, and evaporators
Respond to alarms and abnormal readings in real time
Perform scheduled inspections and maintenance on refrigeration equipment