Nuclear Safety Engineering and Operations Graduate - Clyde

Embark on a Vital Career in Nuclear Safety Engineering and Operations

Are you a driven graduate with a passion for safety and a keen analytical mind? This exceptional opportunity on the Babcock Nuclear Safety Engineering and Operations Graduate Programme offers a unique pathway into a critical sector of national defence. If you're looking to build a foundational career with significant impact, this programme at HM Naval Base Clyde, Scotland, presents a compelling proposition.

What the Programme Offers: A Deep Dive into Safety Excellence

This is more than just a job; it's a comprehensive two-year journey designed to immerse you in the multifaceted world of nuclear safety. You'll be at the heart of Babcock's unwavering commitment to safety, contributing to the protection of people, operations, and communities. The programme provides a rich blend of theoretical learning and practical application, equipping you with the skills to:

• Identify, Analyse, and Mitigate Risks: Develop expertise in assessing and managing hazards within complex engineering environments.
• Master Safety Critical Systems: Gain in-depth knowledge of nuclear safety cases, hazard analysis, regulatory compliance, and safety assurance.
• Understand the Full Lifecycle: Through structured rotations across various teams and projects, you will witness the complete lifecycle of safety-critical systems.
• Develop into a Trusted Professional: Collaborate with seasoned experts, from safety case authors to human factors specialists, building the confidence and experience required to excel.

Career Development and Support: Your Growth is Our Priority

Babcock is dedicated to fostering the growth of its graduates. From your first day, you will benefit from:

• Structured Support and Mentorship: Receive personalized training and dedicated mentorship to guide your development.
• Graduate Development Programme: Access expert-led masterclasses covering essential professional skills such as communication, personal branding, resilience, and wellbeing.
• Chartered/Incorporated Engineer Status: Receive full guidance and financial support towards achieving professional engineering qualifications.

Rewards and Benefits: A Package Designed for Your Wellbeing

Beyond a competitive starting salary, which begins at a minimum of £35,000 (dependent on location, role, and qualifications), Babcock offers a comprehensive benefits package:

• A minimum of 25 days of holiday, plus bank holidays, with potential for agile working.
• Generous pension and employee share schemes.
• Flexible benefits, including a cycle-to-work scheme and various discounts.
• Extensive wellbeing support, encompassing mental, physical, financial, and social health, with access to services like an Employee Assistance Programme, digital GP, and health checks.
• Opportunities for STEM outreach and volunteering.

Key Considerations for Potential Candidates: Navigating Your Application

To be considered for this prestigious programme, you will need:

• A BSc or BEng (Hons) degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Systems Engineering, Maths, Chemistry, or Physics.
• Security Clearance Requirements: Please note that this programme is subject to stringent Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions. Eligibility may be impacted by your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency. You must be able to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), Security Check (SC), and Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information (NNPPI). Candidates are strongly advised to review the UK Government guidance on security clearance levels.

Location and Impact: Contributing to National Defence

This programme is based at HM Naval Base Clyde in Scotland. Here, you will gain invaluable experience within a critical defence hub, contributing to the operation and maintenance of nuclear facilities and supporting Royal Navy vessels. Your work will be integral to ensuring the safety, compliance, and performance of vital national defence programmes.

Programme Start Date: September 2026
Application Closing Date: 16 October 2025

Given the high volume of interest often received for such critical roles, we encourage you to submit your application and complete any online assessments as soon as possible to maximize your chances of consideration.