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Rolls-Royce seeks local apprentices for UK’s first SMR

Posted on 19 May 2026. Edited by: Ed Hill.
Rolls-Royce seeks local apprentices for UK’s first SMR Rolls-Royce SMR has begun the process of recruiting its first apprentices to work close to Wylfa on Anglesey, North Wales - the location of Europe’s first Small Modular Reactors (SMRs).

Around 10 apprentices will join the company’s Safety and Regulatory Affairs team at an incredibly exciting time for Rolls-Royce SMR and the UK nuclear industry as work begins on delivering the first three units at Wylfa, under contract to Great British Energy – Nuclear.

The apprentices being recruited now will play an important role in transforming the way nuclear projects are delivered through proven nuclear technology, modularisation and a factory-built approach.

Mark Salisbury, Rolls-Royce SMR’s head of regulatory affairs, said: “Safety, security, safeguards and environmental protection underpin everything we do at Rolls-Royce SMR. Starting your career in nuclear with an apprenticeship in Safety and Regulatory Affairs is an opportunity to work alongside industry-leading nuclear, safety, and regulatory experts and contribute to the safe delivery of our SMR technology.”

Based at Coleg Menai, Llangefni, the apprenticeships will include a Level 3 Engineering Qualification backed by real-world experience and in-house training.

Earlier this year, Rolls Royce SMR signed a contract with Great British Energy – Nuclear to commence site specific design and delivery activities for the UK’s first small modular reactors. An Early Works Contract with Czech utility ČEZ has also been agreed to progress licensing, permitting and site specific design for deployment at the Temelín site reinforcing Rolls Royce SMR’s position as Europe’s leading SMR.

To find out more and to apply for the Safety and Regulatory Affairs Apprenticeship click Here:

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