Industry- Conventional Safety Specialist

Year in Industry Placement - Conventional Safety Specialist Salary

£24,500 per annum plus benefits

Aldermaston, near Reading, Berkshire

12-month placement

2 August 2027

Full time, 9-day working fortnight

Office based, NOT A LAB BASED ROLE

We are a team of remarkable people, united by one extraordinary mission: keeping the UK safe and secure. Our work supports the UK's independent nuclear deterrent and extends into vital areas including counter-terrorism, global nuclear test monitoring and the development of world-class nuclear science expertise.

At AWE, you will find purpose, growth and an opportunity to learn from specialists while contributing to work that protects lives and strengthens national security.

This 12-month placement sits within AWE's Sustainability, Safety, Health, Environment and Quality function. The function implements AWE's Safety Management System and drives continuous safety and environmental improvement across the business.

As an Undergraduate Conventional Safety Specialist, you will help operational and project teams identify hazards, assess risks, select appropriate controls and comply with health and safety requirements. You will gain experience both within the central SHEQ team and alongside deployed safety specialists supporting individual delivery areas.

• Undertake and support risk assessments to identify proportionate control measures.
• Support risk-based inspections in line with relevant legislation, industry standards and AWE policies, procedures and guidance.
• Apply relevant assessment tools and interpret findings to support safe decision-making.
• Help deliver safety initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement across operational areas.
• Develop practical understanding of AWE's Safety Management System and how it is implemented across projects and facilities.
• Build knowledge of key health and safety legislation relevant to AWE activities.
• Work with safety professionals, facility operators, project managers and other specialists as part of integrated teams.
• Communicate findings clearly, maintain accurate records and contribute to relevant reports and discussions.

• Learn from experts: Work alongside subject matter experts from day one and support real projects and safety improvements.
• Practical experience: See how safety requirements are interpreted and applied in operational environments.
• Professional capability: Develop skills in risk assessment, inspections, legislation, stakeholder engagement and evidence-based decision-making.
• Continual support: Receive support from a dedicated line manager, Evolve pathway lead and buddy throughout the placement.
• Build your network: Connect with the wider Early Careers community, employee resource groups and colleagues across the business.

We are interested in candidates studying any science-based degree. Please note that this is not a lab-based role.

• You must be on track to achieve a minimum 2:2 in your degree by August 2027.
• You must be graduating in either 2029 or 2030 and completing a placement year as part of your degree.
• You must be available to join AWE in August 2027.
• You must be a British National and willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role.

• Curious: You enjoy understanding how things work, identifying potential risks and asking thoughtful questions.
• Analytical: You can review information carefully and use evidence to support decisions.
• Collaborative: You communicate clearly and work constructively with specialists, operators and project teams.
• Dependable: You take responsibility for your work, keep your promises…