Summary
NRS are offering the exciting opportunity for on-site learning in this hands on specialist role. You will be learning to operate standard, purpose built and specially designed equipment that has a direct impact on our decommissioning work. 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
Nuclear operative (level 2)
Hours
Dependant on the site's working hours. These will be discussed with your line manager before starting.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Start date
Monday 11 August 2025
Duration
2 years
Positions available
2
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 of plant systems and equipment and how to operate safely, securely and sustainably.
* Work with Experts: Collaborate with seasoned operatives who will mentor and guide you through every step of the process.
* Be Hands On: You will be trained to use technical instruments, and specifically designed equipment that has direct impact on our decommissioning work. It may involve dismantling and decontaminating plant, as well as retrievals of radioactive waste.
* Learn while you Earn: You will be following the Government approved Level 2 Nuclear Operative Apprenticeship Standard. You will be spending a portion of your time studying at the MTC (Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre) in Oxford. 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
Dungeness A Power Station
Dungeness
Romney Marsh
TN29 9PP
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
THE MTC - ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TRAINING CENTRE LIMITED
Your training course
Nuclear operative (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
Your training plan
You will be following the Government approved Level 2 Nuclear Operative Apprenticeship Standard. You will be spending a portion of your time studying at the MTC (Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre) in Oxford. 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:
* Maths (grade 3)
* Science (grade 3)
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.