Meet Jaimie Purves and Scott Clark, Apprentice Electrician working for Dalkia at Torness. To celebrate Scottish Apprenticeship Week, read below what sets their nuclear apprenticeship apart from other career paths.
“Working in a nuclear environment is very different from standard electrical work because of the level of precision, planning, and safety that is required. Every task is carried out to strict standards, which means you develop strong technical discipline and a real understanding of quality and compliance. It’s an environment where you are constantly learning and adapting, and it pushes you to think beyond just completing a job — you’re considering risk, safety, and long-term reliability.
“Being part of this industry also opens up more career opportunities. The experience gained in nuclear is highly respected across many sectors, and the skills developed can lead to progression into specialist roles, supervision, or project-focused work that might not be available elsewhere.”
– Jaimie Purve
“This apprenticeship is giving me a solid foundation for the future, both in terms of qualifications and real-world experience. The skills I’m learning are highly transferable and recognised across the industry, which means there are lots of options moving forward.
“One of the biggest benefits is knowing that the experience could open up opportunities to travel and work in different places around the world if I choose to. It also offers strong salary prospects, which helps provide stability and supports family life, making it a career path that feels both exciting and practical for the long term.”
– Scott Clark
“Working in clean, reliable, and secure energy brings a real sense of pride. Knowing that the work contributes to providing dependable energy in a responsible way makes the job feel meaningful. The strong focus on QSHE (Quality, Safety, Health and Environment) also stands out — you can see that safety genuinely comes first in everything we do.
“Personally, that creates a reassuring working environment where you feel safe and supported. Everyone looks out for each other, and the emphasis on doing things the right way gives you confidence in the work being carried out. At the end of the day, knowing you can come to work, do the job safely, and return home safely is the most important thing, and that culture really reinforces it.”
– Jaimie Purve
“Personally, it gives me reassurance knowing that safety is always the priority. Everything I’m asked to do feels planned, controlled, and secure, which makes it easier to focus and do the job properly. The strong safety culture means I know I can go home safely at the end of each day, which is the most important thing.
“There’s also pride in being part of an industry that provides reliable and secure energy. Knowing that the work contributes to something essential, while being carried out in a safe and responsible way, makes the role feel meaningful.”
– Scott Clark
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