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Veterans careers at EDF - opportunities for armed forces leavers

A place where you can continue to make a difference

At EDF, we recognise the immense value that veterans, reservists and military families bring to our business. Through service life, you've developed skills, experiences and qualities that help organisations succeed, from leadership, teamwork and problem-solving to resilience, adaptability and a strong sense of purpose.

Join us for a supportive environment where your skills are recognised, your experience is valued and your future is yours to shape. Because here, Success is Personal.

Forces Supporters Network

The EDF Forces Supporters Network brings together colleagues from across EDF who are passionate about supporting the Armed Forces community.

The network champions and celebrates the contributions of veterans, reservists, cadet force volunteers and military families, helping to create a workplace where their experiences, skills and service are recognised and valued.

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A shared commitment you can trust

Through our continued commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant and the support of our Forces Supporters Network, we're creating an environment where veterans, reservists and military families are recognised, valued and given opportunities to thrive.

Discover how we're turning that commitment into meaningful action across EDF.

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Meet some of our military families

Stan is Chair of our Forces Supporters Network

“I took the decision to start a second career and to do what the army taught me – to get on with it and remain disciplined and resilient”.                              

As a former Army Sergeant and now Chair of EDF’s Forces Supporters Network, Stan shares his journey from military service to civilian life, reflecting on his transition to EDF and how the skills he developed in the Armed Forces continue to shape his career today.

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Sarah is Exec Sponsor of the Forces Supporters Network

“For me the Forces Supporters Network offers the opportunity to connect with people who have had military experience and guide you if you're finding the transition challenging”.

Learn about Dr Sarah Jackson’s career journey, from tours of Bosnia and Iraq as General Duties Medical Officer, to Chief Medical Officer at EDF.

Read Dr Sarah's story

Melody's military childhood serves her well today

“My military childhood laid a foundation of independence, determination, and love, that continues to shape my professional journey”.

Melody, People Policy Advisor in Employee Relations, shares how growing up as a military child has shaped the strengths she now carries with her into adulthood and her professional career.

Read Melody's story

"Every day's a chance to grow" - Rowan, Cyber Security Degree Apprentice

Ready for your next mission? Our apprenticeships and graduate programmes are designed to help people with the right mindset develop new technical and professional expertise.

If you've served in the Armed Forces, you'll already be familiar with working in teams, adapting to change, solving problems, and taking responsibility. We'll help you build on those strengths through structured training, recognised qualifications, mentoring, and meaningful work from day one.

Join our training programmes and take your experience in a new direction.

We're proud to partner with organisations who share our passion for supporting candidates from the Armed Forces

Career Transition Partnership

Through our partnership with the Career Transition Partnership (CTP), we help service-leavers find rewarding civilian careers at EDF.

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Forces Families Jobs

Through Forces Families Jobs (FFJ), we're proud to support military families in finding fulfilling careers at EDF.

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Diversity Jobs Group

We work with Diversity Jobs Group (DJG) to attract and support talented people from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.

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Meet the team: Ceri Humphrey, Finance Director for EDF’s Customers business.

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Life at EDF

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21/10/26

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Success looks different for everyone, and for Ceri Humphrey it’s about being challenged, continuing to learn, and sharing in the successes of a great team. As Finance Director for EDF’s

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EDF's Forces Supporters Network

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Life at EDF

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14/10/26

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At EDF, military experience is more than valued, it's recognised as a powerful asset. Our Forces Supporters Network helps veterans, reservists and Armed Forces supporters connect with

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Inside the Nuclear Control Room Operator Training Programme: Georgina's Story

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Life at EDF

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Employee Stories

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13/10/26

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Georgina's journey with EDF began as an Apprentice at Heysham 1 power station. Today, she's a Safety Document Office Lead at Hinkley Point C and is further expanding her skills through

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Learning to operate the UK’s next nuclear power station: Robert's story

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Life at EDF

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Employee Stories

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13/10/26

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Robert joined EDF in 2024 through the Graduate Programme and is based at Hinkley Point C. Having spent just over a year on the Nuclear Control Room Operator training programme, he is d

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From the aviation sector to Reactor Operator: Katie's story

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Life at EDF

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Employee Stories

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13/10/26

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Katie joined EDF in 2022 and is now part of the Hinkley Point C Operations team. As a Nuclear Control Room Operator (known internally as a Reactor Operator), she is helping prepare the

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From trainee to Nuclear Control Room Operator - your training and development journey

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Nuclear & Engineering Careers

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Employee Stories

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13/10/26

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As a Nuclear Control Room Operator (known internally as a Reactor Operator), you'll play a vital role in helping generate low-carbon electricity for millions of homes and businesses. Y

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Our EDF culture and values

At EDF we understand that everyone has a different definition of success. That’s why we’ve set our clear values to support you on your career path.

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Change is in our power

Together, we crack the complex. We’re proud to be Britain’s biggest generator of zero carbon electricity. And we believe we can do even more.

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Equity, diversity and inclusion

At EDF, we do right by each other, fostering an inclusive and supportive culture. Our goal is for every person to thrive – everyone is welcome.

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Flexible rewards and benefits

Work is just one part of our lives and we’re dedicated to providing a flexible benefits package that enables you to enjoy your time away from work.

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