Nuclear Waste Management Graduate: Rotations & Training

weServed; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Generous pension and employee share

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing support

Job summary

The Radioactive Waste Management Graduate Programme from Cavendish Nuclear offers a two-year rotation across Defence and Civil Nuclear projects, enabling breadth and practical exposure to safe handling of radioactive materials. You’ll work with multidisciplinary teams, contributing to regulatory-compliant waste management and research-driven solutions.

Starting September 2027, positions are available in Bristol, Warrington or Newbury, with on-site placements and flexible working to support

Qualifications

• Science degree in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, Environmental Science, Nuclear Engineering, Nuclear Technology or Biochemistry.
• Eligibility for BPSS and Security Check (SC) clearance; some programmes restricted by security rules.
• Willingness to be based at multiple UK sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the full lifecycle of radioactive waste management from characterisation to disposal.
• Assist in treatment planning, packaging and transport of waste.
• Support environmental impact assessments and development of disposal strategies meeting regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and engage with stakeholders on project delivery.

Job description

The Radioactive Waste Management Graduate Programme from Cavendish Nuclear offers a two-year rotation across Defence and Civil Nuclear projects, enabling breadth and practical exposure to safe handling of radioactive materials. You’ll work with multidisciplinary teams, contributing to regulatory-compliant waste management and research-driven solutions.

Starting September 2027, positions are available in Bristol, Warrington or Newbury, with on-site placements and flexible working to support