Sizewell C Site Environmental & Sustainability Advisor Industrial Placement - Leiston in Suffolk

h2 Sizewell C Site Environmental Sustainability Advisor Industrial Placement - Leiston /h2 p p p If you are looking to kick start a career that is rewarding, where you can really make a difference, then come join our Site Environment team on their Environmental Sustainability Industrial Placement programme. You will work on one of the most exciting and significant sustainable energy projects that our country has ever seen, being at the forefront of the UKs climate change agenda and energy policy. Sizewell C is a nuclear new build project in Suffolk. When completed, it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million homes for at least 60 years. /p /p p p Over the course of this 12-month programme, you ll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in hands-on learning and gain experience of communications in a high-profile, fast-paced organisation. /p /p p p Taking on a real job at a junior level, you ll have the opportunity to learn through hands-on experience under the guidance of highly skilled and experienced colleagues. /p /p p p br strong The Opportunity /strong /p /p p p As an Industrial Placement Student, you will work alongside experienced environmental professionals, supporting a range of activities that help ensure Sizewell C meets its environmental commitments and sustainability objectives. /p /p p p You will gain exposure to real-world environmental challenges and contribute to workstreams covering ecology, environmental compliance, sustainability, biodiversity, and stakeholder engagement. /p /p p p strong What You ll Be Doing /strong /p /p p p This is far more than a traditional placement. You ll be immersed in the environmental management of one of the largest and most complex infrastructure projects in Europe. /p /p p p strong Depending on your area of study and interests, you may be: /strong /p /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p Supporting environmental compliance across a live construction site. /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p Working alongside specialists in ecology, sustainability, water management, planning and environmental assurance. /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p Contributing to habitat protection and biodiversity initiatives. /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p Analysing environmental performance data and helping identify opportunities for improvement. /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p Supporting engagement with regulators, contractors and key project stakeholders. /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p Taking part in site inspections, environmental assessments and investigations. /p /li /ul /p /p p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p Helping deliver innovative solutions that support the UK s journey to net zero. /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p Contribute to environmental awareness campaigns and employee engagement activities. /p /li /ul /p p p Every day will be different, providing a unique insight into how environmental protection is embedded within a nationally significant project. /p /p p p strong What We re Looking For /strong /p /p p p We re looking for enthusiastic and ambitious students who want to play a role in delivering one of the UK s most significant infrastructure and sustainability projects. /p /p p p To be eligible, you ll be: /p /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p Studying towards a degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Sustainability, Geography, Conservation, Natural Sciences, or a related discipline. /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p Seeking a 12-month industrial placement as part of your degree programme. /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p Passionate about protecting the environment and creating a more sustainable future. /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p Curious and eager to learn, with a desire to understand how environmental decisions shape major projects. /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p A confident communicator who enjoys collaborating with a wide range of people, from ecologists and environmental specialists to engineers, project managers and regulators. /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p Analytical and inquisitive, with the ability to interpret data, solve problems and challenge the status quo. /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p Motivated, proactive and excited by the opportunity to make a genuine impact from day one. /p /li /ul /p p p This is far more than a traditional placement. You ll be immersed in the environmental management of one of the largest and most complex infrastructure projects in Europe. /p /p p p strong What You ll Gain /strong /p /p /p p p p During your placement, you ll have the opportunity to develop valuable technical, professional and leadership skills while working alongside some of the industry s leading experts. /p /p p p You ll benefit from: /p /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p An unrivalled opportunity to gain experience on one of the UK s largest and most exciting infrastructure projects. /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p Hands-on involvement in real environmental challenges from your very first day. /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p Exposure to a broad range of environmental disciplines, helping you discover where your passion lies. /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p Mentoring and coaching from experienced environmental and sustainability professionals. /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p Opportunities to work with regulators, industry experts and senior project leaders. /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p Development of technical, commercial and project management skills that employers value. /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p Networking opportunities across a major national project and the wider energy sector. /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p The chance to leave a lasting legacy by helping deliver low-carbon energy infrastructure for future generations. /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p A strong foundation for a future career in environmental management, sustainability, ecology or infrastructure delivery /p /li /ul /p p p strong Power in Diversity /strong /p p Sizewell C is a great place to work. Our ambition is to have a workforce which reflects and benefits the society we are part of and serve. Everyone working at Sizewell C, wherever they are, should help to create and experience the right environment where everyone on the team understands, respects and embraces diversity with a culture where everyone is treated with equal respect and are all given equal access to opportunities. By valuing the different points of view and experiences that having a diverse team brings, and by fostering an inclusive climate, we will create a great place to work. This aligns to our key values: /p p p strong Be Your Best - /strong strong Mastery, learning and standards /strong /p /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p We grow expertise and share knowledge across the programme /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p We uphold standards as a collective commitment, not a compliance exercise /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p We learn from near misses and mistakes and apply those lessons /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p We take quality seriously, even when pace and pressure increase /p /li /ul p strong Be True - /strong strong Truth, courage and stewardship /strong /p /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p We surface risks early, including those that are difficult to raise /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p We name trade offs openly rather than smoothing them over /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p We treat bad news as valuable information /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p We make decisions based on long term stewardship, not short term convenience /p /li /ul /p p p strong Be Together - /strong strong Partnership, fairness and share ownership /strong /p /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p We listen in ways that lead to visible change /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p We hold accountability fairly and consistently /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p We include others early, before decisions are made /p /li /ul /p p ul no-style= list-style-type:disc li p We solve problems collectively across boundaries /p /li /ul /p /p p p strong Security Vetting /strong /p /p p p To be appointed to this role, you will need to meet the criteria for Security Vetting. br /p /p p p strong Competitive Salary and Benefits /strong /p /p p p br Alongside a competitive salary of 26,050, youll benefit from a market-leading company pension scheme and 28 days paid holiday. Youll gain valuable experience, develop new skills and build a professional network that can support you throughout your career. /p /p p p Closing Date: Wednesday 28th October 2026 /p /p p p strong Well close this advert when weve received interest from the desired number and calibre of candidates. /strong /p /p /p p p #EarlyCareers /p p When joining Sizewell C, you may wonder why you are contacted by colleagues with an EDF email or see the EDF logo on portals that you access and/or documentation you receive; this is because we have partnered with EDF for the provision of a number of support services whilst we complete a successful transition out of the EDF group. br At Sizewell C we encourage and embrace diversity and how it can improve our experience and performance at work.It is a requirement that those who join us have the right to work in the UK. Whilst sponsorship may be a possibility that we can explore, we are fully committed to local recruitment where possible, and those already holding the right to work in the UK. br To be appointed to this role, you will need to meet the criteria for Security Vetting, which will, ordinarily, require you to have been a resident of the UK for at least three of the past five years. /p /p