Nuclear Control Room Operator

Join the team helping to operate one of the UK's most advanced nuclear power stations. At EDF, Success is Personal. As a Nuclear Control Room Operator, you don't need previous nuclear experience. If you're curious, willing to learn, and motivated to develop new skills, we'll provide the training and support to help you succeed.

The Opportunity

Working at the heart of Hinkley Point C's operations, you'll help generate low-carbon electricity for millions of homes while developing specialist skills through industry-leading training. By monitoring plant conditions and following operating procedures, you'll support the safe, reliable generation of electricity helping EDF drive the UK's journey towards An Electric Britain.

You don't need previous nuclear experience to apply. Many of the skills that make someone successful in this role, such as following procedures, assessing risk, solving problems and making informed decisions, are developed across a wide range of industries, professions and life experiences.

Through a structured 18 to 24-month training programme, you'll gradually develop the technical knowledge, operational expertise and confidence needed to become a fully plant-facing Reactor Operator. No two learning journeys will be identical, and experienced colleagues will support your development every step of the way.

The starting salary range for this role is between £56,506 and £86,905 per annum. For candidates bringing relevant operational, nuclear or military experience, we'll look to build on your existing knowledge and skills as part of your development journey.

Who You Are

To be shortlisted, you need to offer an HNC qualification or an equivalent qualification in a STEM-related discipline. We're interested in the skills, behaviours and potential you can bring, not a specific career path.

We're looking for someone who demonstrates attention to detail and a strong commitment to safety. You'll be motivated by continuous learning and excited by the opportunity to develop specialist expertise within a highly skilled operational environment.

Experience and transferable skills that could provide a strong foundation for success in this role may come from engineering, manufacturing, operations, oil and gas, emergency response, the armed forces, the Royal Navy, nuclear operations or other regulated environments. We're open to a variety of backgrounds and career paths.

We're looking for potential rather than a single career path. If you can see yourself in this role, we'd encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn't match every example outlined above.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Nuclear Control Room Operator, you'll undertake a structured training programme designed to prepare you for this highly skilled role. As your training progresses, you'll learn how to:

• Monitor and control plant systems
• Apply operating procedures and safety standards
• Assess and respond to changing operational conditions
• Work closely with colleagues across Operations and Technical teams
• Support the safe, reliable generation of low-carbon electricity
• Make informed decisions in a dynamic operational environment You'll be supported every step of the way by experienced colleagues, specialist instructors and a team committed to helping you succeed.

Your Location

This role is based at Hinkley Point C in Bridgwater, Somerset, home to one of the UK's most significant clean energy projects. You'll join a growing team helping to deliver reliable, low-carbon electricity while enjoying access to the coastline, countryside and communities that make the Southwest a great place to live and work.

Pay, Benefits and Culture

Alongside a starting salary of between £56,506 and £86,905 per annum, depending on skills and experience, potential for an annual bonus, and a market-leading pension scheme, your package will include customisable benefits such as electric vehicle leasing, discounted gym membership, life assurance, tech vouchers, experience days, and more.

At EDF, we believe there are multiple definitions of what it means to succeed. That's why we offer you the freedom to develop a career that's unique to you. Here, Success is Personal – it's your journey, powered by us.

Everyone is welcome at EDF; we're committed to building a workforce that reflects gender balance, social mobility, and inclusion of minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities, and those with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident employer, we're committed to creating an accessible recruitment process and encourage candidates to tell us about any support they may need. Should you disclose a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the role, you’ll be progressed to the first stage of the selection process. Some of our roles at EDF attract large volumes of applications. When this happens, we’ll apply the Disability Confident scheme’s guidance on taking practical and appropriate steps to select disabled candidates who best meet the minimum criteria for the job.

Join us and find your success at EDF!

Applications for this role are due to close on 26th October, with interviews taking place from 30th November to 11th December.

Success Is Personal. It's your journey, powered by us. Join us and drive the transition towards An Electric Britain.