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Brian believes this is an exciting time for nuclear power. While there are huge opportunities at graduate level, he says there is a wide range of roles, for example in HR and finance as well as science. Whatever you choose, and whatever level you come in at, Brian says you will receive enthusiastic support to fulfil your potential.
Brian Cowell,
Station director,
Torness power station
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His career adviser suggested engineering as ideal for Dermot's aptitudes. In his present job in nuclear power, Dermot finds the emphasis on training and development, with an annual training plan, has stretched him and enhanced all-round skills. He really enjoys his work, feels it's a secure future, and says the chartered engineering qualification can be a passport to jobs worldwide.
Dermot,
Assistant engineer operations,
British Energy
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Nicola always wanted to be an engineer, and relishes the fact that in the industry she's respected as an engineer first, with being a woman seen as incidental. She aimed for the nuclear sector because it would test her technical skills to the limits, and she's not been disappointed, yet due to flexible working options she can combine career and family life.
Nicola,
Design engineer,
British Energy
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Creativity may not normally be connected with engineering, but Sarah says that a creative approach and problem solving skills are highly sought after within the industry. What's more, the nuclear sector is perfectly placed to produce electricity with minimal carbon footprint so if you're interested in the environment, this is for you.
Sarah Johnson,
Head of Organisational Development
British Energy
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CML group is a large manufacturer of critical components for the global Aerospace industry. Emma maintains and controls the solutions used to produce the protective anti-corrosion coatings for aircraft parts. She is responsible for waste disposal, ordering in and analysing of the chemicals used during the manufacturing process. Emma enjoyed chemistry at school. She studied Chemistry, Physics and Biology at A-level and Applied Chemistry at University.
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Peboc Division Of Eastman Co Ltd manufacture pharmaceutical ingredients like Vitamin E which is used to coat tablets. At University she studied for a Degree with Honours and then a Masters. Eastmans are a global company so there’s plenty of travelling in her role. One of her key responsibilities is to liaise with the environment agency to ensure they protect the local community and employees.
Jennifer Clark,
Health, Safety and Environmental Specialist,
Peboc Division Of Eastman Co Ltd
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GlaxoSmithKline manufacture medicines used for illnesses like asthma and HIV. Paula looks at physical properties of the chemicals like particle sizes. A typical day is varied as it is split between the office and the lab. There’s a lot of training courses available within the company and scope for travel. Paula took Scottish Highers and then studied for a Masters and a PhD to make her a Doctor of Chemistry.
Paula,
Physical Properties Chemist,
GlaxoSmithKline
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GlaxoSmithKline manufactures drugs and employs 100,000 people worldwide. Johns role is to put the drugs developed by research and development into larger scale production. It’s hands on work and he has to interact with large range of people like chemists, operators, site directors. Engineers are in demand all over the world. John studied Physics, Maths and Chemistry at school and a Batchelor of Engineering in Australia.
John,
Process Engineer,
GlaxoSmithKline
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Rebecca‘s Chemistry teacher inspired her to start a career in the Chemial industry. Rebecca studied part-time for her Degree whilst working at Ciba from the age of 16. Ciba manufacture chemicals used in lots of everyday products including Ferrari and Coca Cola red!
Rebecca Farnell,
Senior Research Chemist,
Ciba
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Andrew works at the Clyde Naval Base on their Graduate Programme. At school Physics was his favourite subject and he decided to study a Physics Hons Degree at Strathclyde College.
Andrew Fotheringham,
Assistant Health Physicist,
MOD
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Gordon works for Babcock Naval Services in their Engineering Department. He is responsible for the planning and maintenance of nuclear submarines. After finishing school, Gordon completed an apprenticeship and his City and Guilds. He feels that on-the-job training he has received has been valuable.
Gordon McClae,
Nuclear Repair Manager,
MOD
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Jenny tests cosmetic proteins, undertaking experiments and liaising with the plant to ensure everything is running smoothly. She did science-based A' levels and a Microbiology Degree, where she undertook a year out with a major chemical company.
Jenny Fitzpatrick,
Microbiology Supervisor,
Croda Chemicals
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Mike specialises in microwave chemistry, using catalysts to speed up reactions, saving companies time and money. Mike did A' Levels in Chemistry, Maths and Physics and went on to do a Degree in Chemistry.
Mike Pitts,
Research and Development Project Leader,
Reaxa
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Alan looks after the science station at the Daresbury Laboratory, liaising with users such as universities, undertaking experiments and helping with data analysis. He started at Daresbury as a contract cleaner, moved into security, then undertook a science degree before moving into his current role.
Alan Brown,
Deputy Station Scientist,
Daresbury Laboratory
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