Health Physics Trainee

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for motivated individuals to join our Core Health Physics Team as Trainee Health Physics Monitors, supporting EDF’s nuclear fleet across the UK.

This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of the UK’s nuclear power industry, supporting outages, projects, and day-to-day operations. You will play a vital role in ensuring the highest standards of nuclear safety, radiological protection, and compliance.

As part of our team, you’ll gain hands-on experience in radiation monitoring, contamination control, and supporting the safe delivery of work in nuclear environments. Full training and mentoring will be provided, leading to recognised qualifications and long-term career opportunities within the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out radiation and contamination monitoring to protect workers and the public.
• Supporting operational teams during plant outages, maintenance, and project work.
• Assisting with the implementation of radiological safety controls and procedures.
• Recording, reporting, and escalating monitoring results in line with safety requirements.
• Maintaining high standards of safety awareness and personal conduct at all times.
• Contributing to a culture of continuous improvement in nuclear safety.

Desired profile

What We’re Looking For

• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
• Willingness to travel and work at multiple UK nuclear power stations.
• Ability to work shifts, including nights and weekends during outages.
• Good communication skills and attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of science, engineering, or health & safety is desirable, but not essential – full training provided.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive training and development programme leading to industry-recognised qualifications.
• Opportunity to work on major nuclear projects across the UK.
• Competitive salary, travel allowance, and overtime opportunities.
• Excellent career progression prospects within nuclear safety and radiation protection.
• Being part of a respected, safety-first Core Team at the forefront of the UK’s low-carbon energy future.

About NUVIA UK

NUVIA est une branche de VINCI, plus grand groupe intégré de concessions et BTP du monde. NUVIA est plus particulièrement l'entité nucléaire du Groupe VINCI et est impliqué dans le cycle de vie tout entier des installations nucléaires, du New Build au démantèlement, en passant par la maintenance et l'exploitation.

NUVIA est en croissance constante, avec plus de 2700 salariés dans le monde. En moyenne, 100 hommes et femmes nous rejoignent chaque année. Maintenant, plus que jamais, nous recherchons de nouveaux talents pour soutenir la croissance du groupe.