Level 6 NRS Apprenticeship - (Mechanical) Nuclear Engineering 2025 - Oldbury

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 appropriate 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: Develop skills in troubleshooting and finding innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges. Whether it’s assessing safety measures or contributing to environmental restoration projects, you’ll be part of a team dedicated to making a positive impact. Learn while you Earn: You will be following the Government-approved Level 6 Nuclear Scientist Nuclear Engineering Degree Apprenticeship Standard. You will be spending a portion of your time studying at Bridgwater & Taunton College in Cannington, Somerset. 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.   You must be 18 or over to gain security clearance.

Training:

You will be following the Government-approved Level 6 Nuclear Scientist Nuclear Engineering Degree Apprenticeship Standard. You will be spending a portion of your time studying at Bridgwater & Taunton College in Cannington, Somerset. 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.

Training Outcome:

Following this apprenticeship you will be a qualified Nuclear Engineer. There will be potential to continue your career growth both academically and industrially.

Employer Description:
As a wholly owned subsidiary of the Government’s Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, Nuclear Restoration Services is a world leader in its field, responsible for safely decommissioning the first generation of nuclear reactors and research sites across the UK and restoring the sites for all our futures. We are delivery focused, transformative, innovative, growing and working hard to future-proof the organisation by investing in our workforce, assets, communities, sites and surrounding landscapes to ensure we leave a sustainable nuclear legacy. NRS is at the forefront of the decommissioning industry, using the latest technology to safely retrieve, treat and package the UK’s nuclear legacy waste. Safety is at the heart of everything we do, preventing harm to our people, sites and the environment. We also strive to be a supportive and inclusive workplace, where protecting the mental health and wellbeing of our workforce is every bit as important as maintaining a strong safety record.

Working Hours :
Dependant on the site's working hours. These will be discussed with your line manager before starting.

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Passion for science and safety