Summary
NRS are offering the exciting opportunity for on-site learning in this hands-on role. You'll learn about the operation and maintenance of plant and equipment, environmental and regulatory requirements, relevant engineering theories and principles and more. We are looking for enthusiastic local talent to develop the nuclear industry of tomorrow.
Wage
£16,205 a year
We offer a starting salary of £16,205 with opportunities for pay increases as you advance in your apprenticeship.
Training course
Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Dependant on the site's working hours. These will be discussed with your line manager before starting.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Possible start date
Monday 11 August
Duration
3 years
Positions available
1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you’ll do at work
* Learn the Ropes: Get hands-on experience working with our expert team in a real-world nuclear setting
* You'll learn about the operation and maintenance of plant and equipment, environmental and regulatory requirements, relevant engineering theories and principles and much more
* Work with Experts: Collaborate with seasoned engineers who will mentor and guide you through every step of the process
* Be Hands On: You will be trained in diagnosing and fixing various technical issues, learning the ins and outs of nuclear systems and infrastructure
* Learn while you Earn: You will be following the Government approved Level 3 Maintenance Operations Engineering Technician Apprenticeship Standard
* You will be spending a portion of your time studying at Bridgwater and Taunton College
* You can also expect on the job training at your allocated NRS site and the kind of practical experience you can’t get in a college based environment
Where you’ll work
Sizewell A Power Station
Sizewell
Leiston
IP16 4UE
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
BRIDGWATER AND TAUNTON COLLEGE
Your training course
Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
Your training plan
* You will be following the Government approved Level 3 Maintenance Operations Engineering Technician Apprenticeship Standard
* You will be spending a portion of your time studying at Bridgwater and Taunton College
* You can also expect on the job training at your allocated NRS site and the kind of practical experience you can’t get in a college based environment
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* English (grade 4)
* Maths (grade 4)
* Science (grade 4)
Other in:
* Any (grade Pass)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* Organisation skills
* Problem solving skills
* Team working
* Passion for science and safety
Other requirements
You will be required to live within commuting distance of the site. You need to be aged 18 or over on the 4th of August 2025. You will be required to achieve security clearance and hold the right to work in the UK.