Nuclear Control Room Operator - Train for Reactor Mastery

EDF UK; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Pension scheme

EV leasing

Gym membership discount

Tech vouchers

Experience days

Job summary

EDF UK at Hinkley Point C is seeking a Nuclear Control Room Operator. You don't need prior nuclear experience; you will join a structured 18 to 24-month training programme to develop the technical knowledge and plant-operating skills under expert guidance.

You'll monitor plant conditions, follow procedures, assess risk, and make informed decisions to support safe, reliable low-carbon electricity generation. The role offers a clear path into a specialist reactor operation career.

Qualifications

• HNC qualification or equivalent in a STEM discipline.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Willingness to learn and develop specialist skills through training.
• Experience from engineering, manufacturing, operations, oil/gas, emergency response, armed forces or other regulated environments appreciated.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control plant systems.
• Apply operating procedures and safety standards.
• Assess and respond to changing operational conditions.
• Collaborate with Operations and Technical teams.
• Support safe, reliable generation of low-carbon electricity.
• Make informed decisions in a dynamic environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Willingness to learn

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

HNC or STEM equivalent

Job description

EDF UK at Hinkley Point C is seeking a Nuclear Control Room Operator. You don't need prior nuclear experience; you will join a structured 18 to 24-month training programme to develop the technical knowledge and plant-operating skills under expert guidance.

You'll monitor plant conditions, follow procedures, assess risk, and make informed decisions to support safe, reliable low-carbon electricity generation. The role offers a clear path into a specialist reactor operation career.