Graduate Nuclear Safety Consultant

Tetra Tech Europe; Warrington; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Gym access

Social activities

Job summary

Tetra Tech invites graduates to join its two-year Nuclear Safety Graduate Scheme, based in Warrington or West Cumbria. You’ll work with experienced consultants, supporting design, assessment and delivery of projects across the UK’s nuclear sector.

You will gain hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle, from concept through to site operation and decommissioning, in multidisciplinary teams with client exposure and site visits.

Qualifications

• Must have achieved, or be on track to achieve, a relevant degree in Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering or other STEM.

Responsibilities

• Support the technical delivery of nuclear safety projects across the UK.
• Work in multidisciplinary teams and attend client meetings and site visits.
• Contribute to production of nuclear safety assessments to manage risk and comply with regulations.

Education

Must have a relevant degree in Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering or other STEM

Job description

Tetra Tech 2027 Graduate Scheme: Your Launchpad to a Consultancy Career

Join our two-year Graduate Scheme and kickstart your career with hands‑on experience, expert mentorship, and a tailored development plan. You’ll work on a variety of real‑world projects, develop both technical and professional skills, and be encouraged to share your ideas and shape your future.

Purpose & Scope of the Role

We’re seeking talented graduates to join our Nuclear Safety team in Warrington or West Cumbria. In this role, you’ll work alongside experienced nuclear safety consultants, supporting the design, assessment, and delivery of projects that play a vital role in the safe operation, development, and decommissioning of nuclear facilities across the UK.

Your Impact In This Position

As a Graduate Nuclear Safety Consultant, you’ll play a key role in supporting the technical delivery of projects across the nuclear sector. You’ll gain valuable hands‑on experience throughout the full project lifecycle, from concept and design through to construction, operation, and decommissioning, helping to deliver solutions that support the UK's current and future energy needs.

Working within multidisciplinary teams, you’ll collaborate with colleagues from a range of technical disciplines, attend client meetings and site visits, and contribute to the production of a variety of nuclear safety assessments. These assessments help demonstrate that risks to site operators, the public, and the environment are appropriately managed, acceptable, and compliant with regulatory requirements.

What To Expect

• Mentorship & Support: Learn from experienced professionals and receive guidance from a dedicated technical mentor in your chosen discipline.
• Structured Learning: Benefit from a blend of formal training, project‑based learning, and self‑directed study.
• Personal Development: Build your consultancy skills through a mix of technical and interpersonal training, with regular feedback and reviews.
• Community: Start with a central induction alongside your graduate peers and become part of a collaborative, supportive network.

Programme Highlights

• Central induction and ongoing support from your line manager and mentor.
• In‑depth technical training in your core discipline, plus exposure to 15 technical and 8 interpersonal topics.
• Quarterly development reviews to track your progress.
• Opportunities to shadow senior colleagues and contribute to diverse projects.

Your Pathway: You’ll be assigned a location, cost centre, line manager, and a ‘home’ technical discipline based on your qualifications and business needs. If you wish to explore a different discipline at the end of the programme, we’ll consider this based on your interests and business requirements.

Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Partnership

As part of the scheme, you’ll have access to the CMI Foundation Chartered Manager pathway through flexible, online Bite Size programs. Choose from a range of topics‑including Managing Change, Leading in a Digital Age, Conflict Resolution, Project Management, and Data‑Driven Decision Making‑to build your leadership and management skills.

CMI Bite Size Benefits

• Short, focused modules you can complete at your own pace
• Practical insights to strengthen your management capabilities
• Internationally recognised certification upon completion
• Option to progress to a Level 5 Award in Leadership and Management

Each program consists of three concise modules (totalling 85‑135 minutes), scheduled in your second year. Complete activity sheets to demonstrate your learning and earn your Foundation Chartered Manager certification.

Qualifications

Must have achieved, or be on track to achieve, a relevant degree in either Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering or other STEM subject.

Working Environment

This is a full‑time role that is initially office‑based, moving towards an agile working arrangement with a minimum of three days per week in the office. The individuals would be based in either one of our offices, either Warrington or West Cumbria. Our teams are based in Warrington and West Cumbria. You’ll enjoy a collaborative environment that values technical excellence and work‑life balance. We place a strong emphasis on employee wellbeing.

The team in Warrington are based at Birchwood Park, offering a modern workspace with complimentary on‑site parking and access to a fully equipped gym. The team enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere, with regular social activities such as walking trips, five‑a‑side football, Macmillan coffee mornings and a monthly photo competition.

Our West Cumbria team is based in a Georgian building on the edge of the Lake District National Park. Beyond the office, the team enjoys a vibrant social culture with regular events, outdoor challenges and scenic walks by the lakes. It’s a unique opportunity to combine a rewarding career with access to one of the UK’s most beautiful landscapes, fostering both professional growth and a healthy work‑life balance.

The closing date for applications in this round is 30th October 2026.

Why join Tetra Tech?

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.

We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who are Leading with Science to solve our clients’ most complex problems.

In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day‑to‑day role.

Recruitment Agencies

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