Year in Industry- Conventional Safety Specialist

If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given. Year in Industry Placement - Conventional Safety Specialist Salary £24,500 per annum plus benefits Location Aldermaston, near Reading, Berkshire Contract 12-month placement Start date 2 August 2027 Working pattern Full time, 9-day working fortnight Work location Office based, NOT A LAB BASED ROLE About AWE 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. Role purpose 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. Key activities and responsibilities 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 impro