Two-Year Radiation Protection Graduate Programme – Hybrid

Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA.; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holidays

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Cavendish Nuclear is offering a Radiation Protection Graduate Programme based in Newbury with hybrid work options. The two-year rotation will expose you to different areas of radiation protection, including decommissioning projects and facilities handling radioactive materials.

You’ll learn from experienced radiation protection experts, gain practical skills, and build the confidence to shape your future within the nuclear sector. The package supports development and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Achieved or on-track for a degree in physical/natural sciences, chemistry, environmental science, computer science or maths.
• Postgraduate study in radiation protection or safety-related field is desirable but not essential.
• Security clearance requirements (BPSS/SC) may apply and can affect eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Support radiation protection work across multiple projects within Cavendish Nuclear.
• Contribute to the decommissioning, dismantling and safe operation of nuclear facilities.
• Learn to assess radiation hazards, suggest improvements and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Draft and implement radiation protection policies with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Prepare reports, liaise with regulators and identify training needs to enhance safety awareness.

Skills

Radiation protection basics

Education

Hons degree in Physical Sciences

Hons degree in Chemistry

Hons degree in Environmental Science

Hons degree in Computer Science

Mathematics

Job description

Cavendish Nuclear is offering a Radiation Protection Graduate Programme based in Newbury with hybrid work options. The two-year rotation will expose you to different areas of radiation protection, including decommissioning projects and facilities handling radioactive materials.

You’ll learn from experienced radiation protection experts, gain practical skills, and build the confidence to shape your future within the nuclear sector. The package supports development and wellbeing.