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Level 5Higher · HND/Foundation Degree

Nuclear technician

Providing technical support to engineers and scientists in the nuclear industry.

Typical duration

3 years

Training funded

up to £21,000

Route

Engineering and manufacturing

Standard ref

ST0380

Where this apprenticeship leads

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£35,000 - £40,000

£50,000 - £65,000

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Role overview

Nuclear technicians provide technical support to nuclear operations, safety cases, and engineering on licensed nuclear sites, working at a higher level than operatives with greater responsibility for analysis and documentation. Apprentices at Level 5 develop specialisms in areas such as reactor physics, shielding, waste characterisation, or plant performance. The role is a stepping stone to nuclear engineer or safety case assessor positions.

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