National Nuclear Laboratory

Internal Vacancies

UKNNL has a vision for Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I) which aims to be an inclusive workplace that attracts diverse talent through transparent and equal policies and procedures. We want you and the diverse mix of people that we employ, customers that we service and stakeholders that we influence to feel valued. We encourage a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging.

All of our current vacancies can be found on this page. You can also find more information at https://jobsearch.uknnl.com

Total internal jobs: 3

Radiometric Instrument Engineer

Category: Nuclear Operations

Salary: Salary starting at £57,853

Closing Date: 2025-07-31

Location: Sellafield, Cumbria

The salary range for this position is £57,853 to £63,247 (Grade 4A).

If you have any queries regarding the position itself please contact Neil Cockbain.

Please be aware that all new appointments will be made in-line with the PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions. Therefore, if you are not already on PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions and you are selected and accept this role, there will be changes made to your contractual terms. The terms and conditions of the role will be made clear in the offer letter. 

If you have any queries about the impact of applying for this role on your terms & conditions, pay, pension or benefits, please contact the HR Support Team.

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Statistician

Category: Nuclear Operations

Salary: Salary starting at £51,165

Closing Date: 2025-07-14

Location: Risley, Cheshire

The salary range for this position is £51,165 to £53,072 (Grade 4B).

If you have any queries regarding the position itself please contact Paul Jennings.

Please be aware that all new appointments will be made in-line with the PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions. Therefore, if you are not already on PLC '˜New'™ terms & conditions and you are selected and accept this role, there will be changes made to your contractual terms. The terms and conditions of the role will be made clear in the offer letter. 

If you have any queries about the impact of applying for this role on your terms & conditions, pay, pension or benefits, please contact the HR Support Team.

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Maintenance Electrician

Category: EHSS&Q & Compliance

Salary: Salary from £40,991 - £49,419 inc allowances

Closing Date: 2025-07-23

Location: Sellafield, Cumbria

The salary range for this position is £40,991 to £49,419 including allowances (Grade 5A)

If you have any queries regarding the position itself please contact Adam Oxley / Matthew Wojcik

If you have any queries about the impact to your pay and/or pension benefits, by applying for this position, please contact the HR Support Team

Job Description

As a Maintenance Electrician at UKNNL you will be performing routine maintenance on a wide range of Electrical and Instrumentation plant systems. You will also carry out project work, breakdown repairs and safe isolations.

Exciting news! UKNNL is piloting a 4-day work pattern for our Compliance Engineering Maintenance Team at the Central Site. This work pattern is designed to provide our employees with greater flexibility, which in turn supports their work-life balance while maintaining our standards of service.

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