Sustainability - NDA group graduates 2026

Say hello to the NDA group graduate programme 

Graduates are fundamental to our future. Our programme focuses on supporting talented and ambitious graduates to build a first-class foundation for a rewarding career in the nuclear sector.  

Our graduate programme covers all aspects of nuclear decommissioning, from the breaking down of nuclear reactors, to the safe transport and treatment of waste, to the restoration of sites for new purposes.

Join the Sustainability Graduate Scheme and play a central role in building up robust sustainability initiatives to best manage the environmental impact of nuclear decommissioning. Every project you tackle will directly contribute to our commitment to work safely, sustainably and in harmony with the natural world.

A graduate sustainability advisor would need to encompass a range of competencies and knowledge areas. You should be able to demonstrate:

• Appreciation of the interconnectedness of environmental, social, and economic systems.

• Systems Thinking: problems must be holistically considered in the broader context and long-term consequences

• Environmental Awareness: A solid foundation in environmental factors, such as knowledge in biodiversity and natural capital, climate change mitigation and adaptation

• Socio-economic Awareness: knowledge of fundamentals of socio economics

• Familiarity with policies and regulation on sustainability and the growing landscape of requirements

• Effective Communication and Collaboration: graduates will engage with diverse stakeholders, including communities, businesses, workforce, and government agencies

• Developing a Culture of Sustainability Leadership: knowledge of creating a cultural shift towards sustainability and purpose is desirable. Where sustainability is instinctively understood with a common goal which brings us closer to wellbeing for all.

As a Sustainability graduate, you will play a key role in driving the NDA group's Sustainability vision. We are recognised as a leader in transforming nuclear legacies into opportunities for local, regional and national sustainable development. Creating value through nuclear decommissioning - at pace, affordably, with participation and creatively. We have a legal, moral, and ethical responsibility to deliver our work sustainably with care for our people, communities, and the environment, leaving a positive legacy for future generations.

Recent graduates have developed and rolled out comprehensive sustainability plans to drive site-wide decarbonisation efforts, and managed energy and waste audits that uncover efficiency gains. They’ve reviewed compliance with complex nuclear legislation to ensure regulatory alignment, and authored site guidance documents that embed best sustainability practices across multiple facilities.

We are looking for individuals who can thrive in both collaborative and technical environments. If you have a passion for both sustainability and the nuclear sector, we highly encourage you to apply.

Why us? 

Throughout your two-year journey on the NDA group graduates programme, you will be employed by Energus and complete two 12-month placements within the NDA group (three for FAR graduates). 

At the end of the programme, we will support you to secure a role within the NDA group or within the wider nuclear sector.

Benefits whilst on the programme are:

• Annual salary of £32,000 

• A comprehensive, tailored programme of professional development worth £9,900  which includes Membership of up to 2 professional institutions 

• A robust support network which includes dedicated mentor, a company lead, access to our graduate and employee networks and a pastoral care professional 

• Generously funded travel & subsidence to support with travel to training and events

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and 6 additional discretionary days leave

• As well as membership of Energus’  Contributory pension scheme,  Employee Assistance Programme, Aviva DigiCare+ (to help you take control of your health and wellbeing) and our Cycle2Work Scheme 

To be considered for a place on our prestigious programmes, you will need

• A minimum of a 2:2 in a relevant degree subject 

• The right to work in the UK for the duration of the programme.

• To be willing and able to travel and relocate to any of the offices/sites that host placements for your chosen programme. Placements are organised to maximise your development and are aligned to business needs.

• To show that you personify our group values of Respect, Openness, Collaboration, Performance, & Creativity 

Any offers will be conditional upon you providing proof of your right to work by the time you start in the role and passing security clearance and vetting checks .

Individuals holding National Security Vetting (NSV) have several key responsibilities, primarily revolving around maintaining the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive information and reporting any potential security concerns. They must ensure their clearance remains valid, promptly report any changes in their circumstances that might affect their clearance, and adhere to local security protocols.

All correspondence relating to your application will be sent via email. Please regularly check your emails (including any junk mail/spam folders),

Closing Date: Friday 31st October 2025

Any applications received after this date will not be considered. We reserve the right to close a role early should we receive sufficient applications. We encourage that you apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment. Please note only one NDA group graduates application is required - please do not submit multiple applications.

As proud members of the Disability Confident Scheme, Energus aim to create a fair and accessible recruitment process for all candidates.  If you have a disability or health condition and require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know – we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.  We are committed to offering an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.  In the event of a high number of eligible applicants, we will prioritise those whose skills and experience most closely match the requirements of the role.