Environmental graduate programme The Sellafield site focus is shifting from operations to environmental remediation. Our mission is evolving from operational activities to environmental restoration. Focused on safely reducing hazards and risks while delivering sustainable solutions that create value across environmental, economic, and social dimensions, the Environment team plays a key role in supporting Sellafield operations while ensuring adherence to environmental obligations and impact reduction. Responsibilities include maintaining Environmental Management System, delivering expert environmental guidance, coordinating with regulators on permits and approvals, developing Environment Cases and assessments, and conducting environmental monitoring and compliance reviews. Our team ensures all activities meet or exceed established environmental standards while supporting the site’s transformation goals. Typical Roles and Responsibilities Join our Environmental team as a graduate and develop into a fully competent Environmental Advisor. You’ll work with both our Corporate Environmental Team and plant operations, gaining hands-on experience. Collaborate with environmental professionals, regulators, management, and technical teams while conducting Best Available Techniques (BAT) assessments, preparing Environmental Cases, and leading investigations. Your role involves environmental assurance, stakeholder engagement, and providing expert guidance on environmental aspects of projects. Progression possibilities The Environment Capability has a defined Career Pathway to guide you through the requirements to develop into a fully competent general Environmental Advisor. The Sellafield Ltd Graduate Management Trainee Scheme is accredited by the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA). We will fully support your progression to Chartered Status through IEMA or other appropriate Professional Institutes to suit your discipline. Suitable degree disciplines Previous graduates have typically held degrees in Environmental Science, Geography, or Geology; however, other STEM disciplines would be considered. Louise Louise Environmental Graduate What sparked your interest in Sellafield? At University, I studied a module on radioactivity in the environment and I was instantly hooked. Sellafield was mentioned and I ended up writing my master’s dissertation on the fate of Sellafield radionuclides. When I heard about the Sellafield Graduate Programme and the opportunity to join the environmental capability, I instantly knew that this would be a perfect opportunity to put my skillset into practice. What does a typical day look like for you? There is no such thing as a typical day at Sellafield. A large part of my role is to liaise with different people, such as engineers, operators, safety case team members and colleagues across the environmental teams to provide environmental advice. Some days I will be visiting plants, meeting with stakeholders and carrying out audits. I also spend a significant amount of time writing technical reports and collecting and analysing data. Apply now Apply now Register your interest Register your interest
