Project Controls Apprenticeship

A career that will deliver change. Together, we can help Britain achieve net zero.

Join our Project Controls Apprenticeship and you can make an immediate impact, powering the nation today whilst helping to build a sustainable energy future for tomorrow.

"Working within Project controls in EDF is extremely rewarding. As Project Controls is rapidly growing, the future career opportunities are endless. Since joining EDF I have been warmly welcomed by everyone and been well supported. Working in the nuclear sector is a great sector to work in, with a diverse range of opportunities and a key role to play in the UK's net-zero carbon targets. Working for EDF is a great privilege and I am excited to see where my career takes me."

Isabelle , Project Controls Apprentice

During your apprenticeship you’ll be looking to make an impact – using your skills, knowledge and passion to achieve great things. So how about taking on the challenge of beating climate change?
Being Britain’s biggest generator of low carbon electricity, EDF are not only talking about climate change, we’re doing something about it. We’re committed to reducing carbon emissions to zero, generating power from clean sources like wind, nuclear and solar, leading the charge for electric vehicles and investing in new carbon cutting technologies.
We proudly work together to champion a low carbon lifestyle and collaborate widely in our search for innovations to achieve more. Build your future with us. Together we’ll help Britain achieve net zero.

What is the Project Controls Apprenticeship Programme?
Our Project Controls Apprenticeship offers the opportunity to kick-start your career working on some of the most exciting projects across our generating and New Build fleet.

During the apprenticeship you’ll work as a Project Controls Engineer based both in the office or with the engineering teams on site, working alongside industry-leading professionals.

You will use your current skills and gain extensive exposure to several different business units. You will work on reporting, analysis and look at trends of data whilst pulling together business plans. Cost, risk and change management are all key parts of this apprenticeship.

What salary and benefits are we offering you?

• Salary of £18,310 plus excellent benefits
• Accommodation and meal costs covered during college blocks if you do not live close to Bridgwater throughout the duration of the Apprenticeship.
• 28 days’ annual leave
• Flexible benefits package
• Wellbeing, physical and mental health support services
• Outward Bound programme – team building excursion prior to starting in September
• A dedicated Early Careers Programme Lead for your scheme, as well as the support of a Line Manager and Buddy

At EDF, everyone’s welcome. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone has a voice and where you feel confident being yourself. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We’d like our future workforce to have an equal gender balance, represent a broad mix of people from minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+, those with a disability and supporting social mobility.

We’re a disability confident employer and we’ll do all we can to help with your application, making adjustments as you need.

We’ll value the difference you bring and offer opportunities for you to thrive and succeed.

Training, development and support for you:

During the course of your apprenticeship, you will work as part of the Sizewell C team based in Suffolk.
You’ll also spend time studying at the National College for Nuclear (Cannington) on block release, where you’ll complete assignments within the business which will enable you to consolidate your training.
Over the 3-year training programme you’ll learn to master core processes such as estimating, planning, risk management and cost engineering; whilst applying your knowledge with access to the latest computer systems.
Whilst you’re gaining practical real-world experience, you’ll also be studying for the Level 3 Project Controls Technician standard.

Head to our Careers page www.edfenergy.com/careers for more information about Apprentice life at EDF.

Where you’ll work:

You can expect to work with the Sizewell C team in Suffolk.

What you’ll need to apply:

• In England & Wales – GCSE Grade A-C or 9-4 in Maths, English and a Science or Technical subject
• In Scotland – National 5s in Maths, English and a Science or Technical subject
• You'll be self-motivated with a desire to learn and develop
• You'll have the ability to work in a team and independently, as well as being able to balance the responsibilities of study and work
• 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 3 of the last 5 years.

Our Assessment Centre will be held virtually on Wednesday the 17th of April.

Our selection process is designed to bring out the best in you! We use a strengths-based approach to let you shine and showcase your skills and what truly brings you joy. We believe that embracing our individual strengths lies at the heart of engagement and the motivation to succeed and excel in our at work. We’re here to guide you and you’ll find helpful tips and advice about the application process and assessment centre dates on our graduate web pages.

We will be closing this advert when we have our desired number of candidates.

Join us. Together, we’ll help Britain achieve net zero.

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