Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship

EDF Energy

£17,606

Leiston

Expected closing date: Friday, 30 October 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

Complete an Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship and achieve a BTEC Level 3 qualification.
Earn a starting salary of £17,606 per year.
Spend the first two years at the National College for Nuclear in Somerset, followed by practical experience at Sizewell B nuclear power station.
Applications close on 30 October 2026, with the programme starting in September 2027.

About the Role

This four-year apprenticeship offers the chance to complete an Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship and achieve a BTEC Level 3 qualification. You will develop valuable engineering skills and help deliver Britain's low-carbon energy future.

The Opportunity and Work Location

Years 1-2: You will spend your first two years at the National College for Nuclear in Somerset, developing practical engineering skills in mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation trade disciplines. This includes training in industry-leading facilities and virtual reality environments, with accommodation provided.
Years 3-4: You will apply your learning at the Sizewell B nuclear power station, working alongside experienced professionals to gain real-world experience.

What You’ll Experience

Specialist training in maintenance and operations within the nuclear industry.
Support and guidance from experienced mentors and engineering teams.
Development of technical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Opportunities to apply your learning to real engineering challenges.
A clear pathway into skilled engineering roles with future career development opportunities.

Who You Are

You will have (or be predicted to achieve) five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above (or equivalent), including Maths, English, and two science or technical subjects.
Enthusiastic individuals with an interest in engineering, a willingness to learn, and a positive attitude towards developing new skills.

Security Vetting

To be appointed to this role, you will need to meet the criteria for Security Vetting, which will ordinarily require you to have been a resident of the UK for at least three of the last five years.

Pay, Benefits and Culture

Starting Salary: £17,606 per annum.
Benefits: Market-leading pension scheme, customisable benefits such as electric vehicle leasing, discounted gym membership, life assurance, tech vouchers, and experience days.

Recruitment Process

Applications close on 30 October 2026.
Successful candidates will join the programme in early September 2027.
The process includes submitting a CV, answering questions, a video interview, and a face-to-face Assessment Centre, potentially followed by a final interview.
You will be guided through each stage with opportunities to ask questions and receive feedback.