Submarine Delivery Agency - Nuclear Engineering Degree Apprenticeship

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Submarine Delivery Agency - Nuclear Engineering Degree Apprenticeship

• The Submarine Delivery Agency is responsible for the procurement, in-service support, and disposal of the UK’s nuclear submarines. 
• Their work is of unparalleled strategic importance, ensuring the security of the UK’s continuous at-sea nuclear deterrent, and delivers some of the most technically complex programmes in defence.
• As part of a diverse and inclusive workforce, the team will find a community to belong to – whether that’s alongside project teams with a shared vision or as part of an employee network of like-minded individuals. 
• DNE believe that, by celebrating different backgrounds and different perspectives, together we’ll achieve the extraordinary.

Job Description:

This is a four-year apprenticeship starting in September 2024.

• Year one of the schemes will be full time in college, based in the National College for Nuclear, Cannington, Bridgwater, Somerset. 
• During Years Two, Three and Four you will have the opportunity to carry out a number of work-based technical placements and defence specific nuclear training at any of these locations: Barrow-in-Furness, Bristol, Helensburgh, Plymouth, Rosyth. 
• On successful completion of the scheme and End Point Assessment at the end of Year Four you will be appointed to a role within the Defence Nuclear Enterprise, and you may be given the opportunity to permanently relocate to one of the waterfront locations listed above.
• Successful applicants will undertake a comprehensive program of study associated with the Nuclear Scientist and Nuclear Engineer standard ST0289.

Person specification:

You will be assessed against the following essential qualifications, behaviours and technical skills listed below:

• Candidates must have or will achieve 5 GCSEs at grade C to A* or Grades 4 – 9 or equivalents, including English Language, Mathematics, and a Science / Engineering subject plus two additional subjects.  

In addition:  

• Candidates must have or will achieve 3 A Levels which must include Mathematics, Science and one other subject. Grades typically expected are CCC or grades 4-9
• Candidates must have or will achieve a National Diploma in engineering with a minimum value of 96 UCAS Points.
• Higher level qualifications in engineering/science-based subjects may also be considered.
• Candidates are asked to distinguish between an English Language or English Literature qualification awarded.  
• Your CV will also be assessed on your key achievements, relevant experience and applied knowledge and Skills. For additional guidance on writing a CV for SDA please click here  
• Due to the secure nature of these positions, posts will be reserved for UK Nationals only and may require you to obtain Developed Vetting clearance once in post.

Benefits:

• Alongside your salary of £25,270, Ministry of Defence contributes £6,823 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. 
• Learning and development tailored to your role
• A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27% 
• Flexible working arrangements so that your work fits in with your lifestyle 
• 25 days holiday a year, increasing one day a year to 30 days after five years 
• A competitive remuneration package 
• A wide variety of high street discounts and savings

About The Ministry of Defence

The Submarine Delivery Agency is responsible for the procurement, in-service support, and disposal of the UK’s nuclear submarines. 

Their work is of unparalleled strategic importance, ensuring the security of the UK’s continuous at-sea nuclear deterrent, and delivers some of the most technically complex programmes in defence. 

As part of a diverse and inclusive workforce, the team will find a community to belong to – whether that’s alongside project teams with a shared vision or as part of an employee network of like-minded individuals.  

DNE believe that, by celebrating different backgrounds and different perspectives, together we’ll achieve the extraordinary. 

How to apply

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Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.