SKILLS & TRAINING
Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS) Apprenticeships 2026
Build your future with a Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS) apprenticeship
Whether it’s your first job, a fresh start, or a new direction – earn while you learn and train with the best at NRS.
What does NRS do?
We are responsible for decommissioning the UK’s earliest nuclear and research sites – safely, securely and sustainably and operating a hydro-electric power plant. Our work tackles some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges using breakthrough technology, smart thinking, and clever fixes that get the job done.
We’ve got decades of expertise, world-class knowledge and need new talent, new ideas and new voices to work alongside our expert teams across the UK.
Join us and grow with us as another 7 nuclear sites are on the way.
What’s on offer?
- Five levels of apprenticeships in roles ranging from engineering, industrial safety, project management and health physics monitoring.
- Great pay and benefits from day one, a friendly team that’s always got your back, and mentoring that helps you level up fast.
Whether you’re hands‑on, prefer being out and about, love technology or enjoy fixing problems - we’ve got an opportunity for you.
Build your future in nuclear. Learn from the best. Start your career with NRS.
Who Are NRS?
As a wholly owned subsidiary of the Government’s Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, Nuclear Restoration Services is a world leader in its field, responsible for safely decommissioning the first generation of nuclear reactors and research sites across the UK and restoring the sites for all our futures.
We are delivery focused, transformative, innovative, growing and working hard to future-proof the organisation by investing in our workforce, assets, communities, sites and surrounding landscapes to ensure we leave a sustainable nuclear legacy.
NRS is at the forefront of the decommissioning industry, using the latest technology to safely retrieve, treat and package the UK’s nuclear legacy waste.
Safety is at the heart of everything we do, preventing harm to our people, sites and the environment. We also strive to be a supportive and inclusive workplace, where protecting the mental health and wellbeing of our workforce is every bit as important as maintaining a strong safety record.
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What will an NRS apprenticeship be like?
NRS currently have nearly 100 apprentices on programme, ranging from level 2 to level 6 apprenticeships in various disciplines – so you won’t be alone and will be joining a large network of industry apprentices.
We provide a comprehensive introduction to the industry with additional skills and knowledge training alongside your apprenticeship, as well as opportunities to attend industry events to shine a light on the work you, and your fellow apprentices, will be doing.
As an apprentice, you have a unique opportunity to learn on the job, with the professionals, while gaining your professional qualifications. You may also be able to work on different sites and in different departments, really learning about the industry, the business, and your own interests and abilities.
You will also have the opportunity to join the Nuclear Institute’s Young Generation Network, as well as other relevant professional bodies, which will open further opportunities to build your knowledge, network and career.
Additionally, you will receive a competitive salary and have opportunities for advancement within the company. With a focus on personal and professional development, NRS is committed to helping its apprentices grow and succeed, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking to take their first steps towards a rewarding career in the nuclear sector.
A Wide Range of Roles Available
Nuclear Restoration Services are proud to offer a variety of different apprenticeship roles, from Level 2 to Level 6 Degree apprenticeships. The roles provide a wealth of opportunities for apprentices to find your niche and pursue your passions. Whether you’re interested in hands-on engineering work, want to explore the intricacies of nuclear operations, or are drawn to the challenge of Health Physics, NRS has a role that will suit your skills and aspirations.
