EDF Energy is a core part of the EDF Group, one of the largest energy companies in Europe with key business operations in the UK,.....
EDF Energy is a core part of the EDF Group, one of the largest energy companies in Europe with key business operations in the UK, France, Italy and Belgium. We're the UK’s largest producer of low-carbon electricity, the biggest supplier of electricity by volume in Great Britain, the largest supplier to British businesses and we employ more than 13,000 people. We operate nuclear, coal and gas power stations, wind farms, and combined heat & power plants. We have a focus on safe, dependable energy generation and an ethos of service excellence. We are playing a leading role in new nuclear build in the UK to secure a bright future for the combined business and its employees.
A career that will deliver change. Together, we can help Britain achieve net zero.
Join our Business Apprenticeship and you can make an immediate impact, powering the nation today whilst helping to build a sustainable energy future for tomorrow.
"The energy industry is a great sector to work in, with a diverse range of opportunities and a key role to play in the UK's net-zero carbon targets. The HPC project, spanning construction and nuclear operations, has plenty of interesting and challenging opportunities. I find being part of this team very rewarding."
Lucas, Apprentice
What is the Business Apprenticeship Programme?
We’re recruiting for apprentices to join our Business training programme, working as part of some of the most exciting projects at EDF.
Here at EDF you’ll support and engage with different parts of the organisation and interact with internal or external customers. With a focus on adding value, your role contributes to the efficiency of an organisation, through support of functional areas, working across teams and resolving issues as requested. The flexibility and responsiveness required will allow you to develop a wide range of skills.
This 2-year apprenticeship offers the opportunity to gain a Level 3 Business Administration Advanced qualification whilst spending time in different departments of the team. You’ll experience a variety of roles that will help you develop a wide range of transferable business skills that will set you up for your future career.
What salary and benefits are we offering you?
- Salary of £18,310 plus excellent benefits
- 28 days’ annual leave
- Flexible benefits package
- Wellbeing, physical and mental health support services
- Outward Bound programme – team building excursion prior to starting in September
- A dedicated Early Careers Programme Lead for your scheme, as well as the support of a Line Manager and Buddy
At EDF, everyone’s welcome. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone has a voice and where you feel confident being yourself. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We’d like our future workforce to have an equal gender balance, represent a broad mix of people from minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+, those with a disability and supporting social mobility.
We’re a disability confident employer and we’ll do all we can to help with your application, making adjustments as you need.
We’ll value the difference you bring and offer opportunities for you to thrive and succeed.
Training, development and support for you:
During the training programme your time will be split between studying at college and learning on the job in our business.
You’ll have plenty of support along the way too – from your Tutors at College, to your EDF Line Manager and our Early Careers team; as well as face-to-face support at our on-site Apprentice Hub and digital access to relevant information, learning and care.
Head to our Careers page www.edfenergy.com/careers for more information about Apprentice life at EDF.
Where you’ll work:
You’ll need to live within commuting distance of your contractual location which will be our office in Leiston, we can provide more information on this during the recruitment process. Your training provider will be East Coast College, Suffolk. You’ll attend East Coast College, Lowestoft Campus, Suffolk, with day release workshops, remote learning and in the workplace provider visits.
What you’ll need to join the team:
- Five GCSEs in the A
- to C or 9 to 4 range including English and Maths, or a relevant Level 2 qualification.
- You'll be self-motivated with a desire to learn and develop.
- You'll have the ability to work in a team and independently, as well as being able to balance the responsibilities of study and work.
- Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) whilst adopting a proactive approach to developing skills.
Our Assessment Centre will be held virtually on Thursday the 11th of April.
Our selection process is designed to bring out the best in you! We use a strengths-based approach to let you shine and showcase your skills and what truly brings you joy. We believe that embracing our individual strengths lies at the heart of engagement and the motivation to succeed and excel in our work. We’re here to guide you and you’ll find helpful tips and advice about the application process and assessment centre dates on our graduate web pages.
We will be closing this advert when we have our desired number of candidates.
Join us. Together, we’ll help Britain achieve net zero.
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