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Apprenticeship

Nuclear operative

Level
2
Intermediate Β· like GCSEs
Length
2 yrs
typical
Sector
Engineering and manufacturing
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

Responsible for the operation of plant systems and equipment on nuclear facilities.

What you'd do

Carry out routine nuclear plant operations following written procedures
Handle, transfer, and package nuclear waste safely
Monitor plant parameters and record readings accurately
Work under permit-to-work and radiation work permit systems
Participate in safety briefings, tool-box talks, and drills
Maintain a clean and contamination-controlled working environment

What you'd learn

Nuclear safety culture, human performance, and error prevention
Site licence conditions and nuclear regulatory framework
Radiation protection principles and safe system of work
Plant operation and routine monitoring procedures
Nuclear waste handling, packaging, and storage basics
Responding to abnormal conditions and emergencies
Ready to look for a place?
See live Nuclear operative apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
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