Administrative Assistant - Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (Whiteshell, MB)

Closing Date: January 16, 2026 12:00 AM

Do you thrive on organization, clear communication, and supporting leaders in a fast-paced environment? If you enjoy being the go-to person who keeps operations running smoothly while handling sensitive information with discretion and professionalism, this could be the role for you.

We are currently seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our team in Whiteshell, MB. Apply today and contribute to the efficient delivery of our operations.

What will you be doing!

• Coordinating the workflow of the Department Manager/Line Director, including scheduling meetings and appointments.
• Organizing meetings and events by booking rooms, issuing invitations, arranging catering, and coordinating logistics.
• Preparing correspondence, meeting minutes, action items, and prioritizing commitments.
• Tracking and following up on action items assigned to managers, directors, and division staff.
• Acting as a liaison between leadership and division staff to support transparent and effective communication.
• Reviewing, updating, and formatting documents, presentations, and spreadsheets to meet CNL standards.
• Ensuring compliance with corporate document management, formatting, storage, and numbering protocols.
• Providing status updates and supporting documentation for scorecards, projects, and reporting activities.
• Handling sensitive and confidential human resources and financial information with discretion.
• Supporting HR processes, including performance management, succession planning, and promotion case preparation.
• Assisting with budgeting activities, including forecasting and submissions to Finance.
• Coordinating travel arrangements, office records, supplies, service requests, and expense reporting.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What we are looking for:

• Education
  • Secondary School Diploma
  • Post-secondary training in Office/Business Administration or a similar field.
• Experience
  • Minimum of 7 years' experience in an administrative role, or the equivalent.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Proficiency in MS Office with expertise in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
  • Detail-oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced office environment.
  • Excellent written communication skills.
  • Superior organizational skills and dedication to completing projects on time.
  • Excellent time-management skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize work.
  • Ability to have attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently without supervision.
  • Demonstrated skills in being "Team" oriented with demonstrated ability to work well with others and promote a positive work environment.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to train and develop others.
  • Demonstrated tact, diplomacy, trust, and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Security Clearance Eligibility Required

  • Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3-5 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's "Standard on Security Screening" and the "Policy on Government Security."

Working Conditions:

• We have a compressed work week, which consists of a four-day work week and ten hours a day.

Why CNL?

Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We're reinventing ourselves to be the pacesetters so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.

We offer a complete total rewards package :

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);
• Benefits effective day one, that's right, no waiting period;
• Tuition support;
• Pension and,
• A compressed workweek allows you to work hard and enjoy more time with your family and friends. Work-life balance is an integral part of our overall health and well-being, and at CNL, we value this!

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

• Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
• Restore and protect the Environment.
• Contribute to the health of Canadians.

Location:

CNL 's Whiteshell is located in the beautiful and historic municipality of Pinawa, Manitoba, roughly an hour by car from Winnipeg, MB. Pinawa is an excellent choice for people looking for peace and tranquillity and those who love the outdoors.

CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders, and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities. Please read here for more on our DE&I Commitment.

CNL also supports a workplace environment and corporate culture built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity, and Excellence. These values encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects, including accommodations for all employees.

CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received regarding accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

Whiteshell Laboratories is situated on the traditional lands of Treaties 1 and 3, and near Treaty 5. This land is the home of the Anicinabe, Ojibway Anishinaabe and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. We recognize that many other Indigenous Peoples across the region and Canada also consider this area their home.

CNL is deeply grateful for the opportunity to work on these lands and waterways, which hold significant cultural and historical importance. We acknowledge that this site was established without consultation with the Indigenous Peoples of this area. We recognize the ongoing impact of this and we are committed to understanding and respecting the unique Indigenous history, rights and title associated with this land.

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