Mechanical Design Apprenticeship at Cavendish Nuclear in Leicester, England, United Kingdom | GBP21,205-39,760 | Kablio

Mechanical Design Apprenticeship at Cavendish Nuclear in Leicester, England, United Kingdom | GBP21,205-39,760 | Kablio

Company

Overview

40+ Years

Nuclear Heritage

Experience rooted in decades of nuclear expertise and legacy.

£1–1.8B Contracts

Nuclear Contracts

Delivers large-scale nuclear projects worldwide with significant financial backing.

13 Licence Sites

Licensed Nuclear Facilities

Operates and manages multiple UK nuclear sites under licence.

Evolved through amalgamations into a global nuclear specialist.
Delivers projects across the full nuclear lifecycle, including reactor build support and radioactive waste clean-up.
Operates in civil new builds, military Continuous at Sea Deterrent, and complex decommissioning.
Known for high-tech services such as plutonium facility characterisation and advanced modular reactor collaborations.
Expanding UK nuclear expertise globally with offices in Japan and the US.
Leads cutting-edge partnerships, including high-temperature gas-cooled reactor research.

Culture + Values

Creating a safe and secure world, together.
Dedicated to having a fair, honest and transparent way of working.
Uncompromising stance to anti‑bribery and corruption.
Commitment to prevent Modern Slavery.
Ensuring the security of all customer information.
High standard of employee and supplier conduct.
Utilising and supporting small and medium suppliers.

Environment + Sustainability

40% by 2024

Carbon Emissions Reduction

Aim to reduce carbon emissions by 40% by 2024 as part of the net-zero strategy.

40% Energy Use

Building Energy Efficiency

Targeting a 40% reduction in energy consumption in buildings to support sustainability goals.

50% Water Reduction

Mains Water Usage

Aiming to reduce mains water consumption by 50% to conserve resources.

60% Waste Reduction

Controlled Waste Management

Committed to reducing controlled waste by 60% and achieving zero waste to landfill.

100% Certified Packaging

Sustainable Materials

Ensuring all new packaging and stationary is FSC or PEFC certified to promote sustainable sourcing.

Aligned with Babcock International Group’s Plan Zero 40 carbon reduction plan (net zero by 2050 for UK operations).
Support nuclear as a key component of a net zero society, with involvement in SMRs, AMRs, Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C.
Increase energy efficiency of manufacturing and lab sites.
Roll-out of electric vehicles and utilisation of water capture and storage.
Carbon management performance accredited by the Carbon Trust.

Inclusion & Diversity

Identified as a Disability Confident employer with accessible workplace practices.

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