Our Workforce

Our industry is made of up of many different occupations and roles. Explore the most common roles and learn what doing such a job might be like. There is something for everyone in the nuclear industry. Find your calling.

Note – Tile area is based on the number of employees within each role across the UK nuclear industry

Source – ECITB Workforce Census 2021

Administrative Assistant

An Administrative Assistant is a vital member of an organisation, providing essential support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations....

Analyst

An analyst in the nuclear industry plays a crucial role in gathering, analysing, and interpreting data to inform decision-making processes and improve operational efficiency within...

Appointed Person

In the nuclear industry, Duly Appointed Persons (or DAPs) are required to be appointed by the regulator – this is in accordance with the Office...

Area Manager

An Area Manager in the nuclear industry oversees a specific section or area within a nuclear power plant or facility. They ensure that operations within...

Blaster/Painter

A Blaster or painter in the nuclear industry plays a critical role in maintaining the structural integrity and safety of nuclear facilities by applying protective...

Chemical Engineer

Chemical engineers are essential to the safe and effective conversion of raw materials into marketable products. They design, implement, and run production plants, making sure...

Chemist

In the nuclear industry, a chemist plays a crucial role in ensuring the control, efficiency, effectiveness and safety of nuclear processes and materials. They may...

Civil & Structural Engineer

A Civil & Structural Engineer plays a crucial role in the planning, design, and execution of various construction projects, ensuring the safety, stability, and functionality...

Commercial Support

Commercial Support professionals in the nuclear industry play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of various commercial activities within nuclear facilities. Commercial support...

Commissioning Engineer

A Commissioning Engineer plays a key role in ensuring that nuclear facilities, such as power plants, operate safely and efficiently. They are responsible for overseeing...

Commissioning Technician

As a Commissioning Technician in the nuclear industry, your primary responsibility is to ensure that nuclear facilities are designed, installed, and operationalised safely and efficiently....

Communications

A communications officer in the nuclear industry is responsible for managing internal and external communication strategies to promote understanding and transparency regarding nuclear energy and...

Construction Manager

A Construction Manager is responsible for overseeing construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required...

Consultant

The Consultant plays a pivotal role in providing expert advice, solutions, and guidance to clients across various industries. They are tasked with analysing complex problems,...

Cost Engineer / Quantity Surveyor

A Cost Engineer or Quantity Surveyor in the nuclear industry plays a crucial role in managing the financial aspects of nuclear projects, ensuring they are...

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Our Workforce

Administrative Assistant

Analyst

Appointed Person

Area Manager

Blaster/Painter

Chemical Engineer

Chemist

Civil & Structural Engineer

Commercial Support

Commissioning Engineer

Commissioning Technician

Communications

Construction Manager

Consultant

Cost Engineer / Quantity Surveyor

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