History, Structure, & Outlook of the UK Nuclear Industry
Part of the YP Summer Learning Series "Insights to Nuclear Power and Engineering"
About
The IET Manchester Network YPG, in collaboration with the IET Nuclear Technical network, presents:
Summer Learning Series - “Insights to Nuclear Power and Engineering”
Background, technical knowledge, and “mythbusting” on a host of topics within the Nuclear Industry!
Covering the basics and beyond to improve your understanding, provide UKSpec and NSAN competency evidence, and boost confidence in your work.
Perfect for Early Careers, Trainees, or anyone interested in learning more about the Nuclear Industry!
To be held fortnightly at 12:00 on the following Wednesdays:
July (2nd, 16th, 30th), August (13th, 27th).
Please see IET Events to register for next sessions!
Session 1 - "History, Structure, & Outlook of the UK Nuclear Industry"
Overview of the UK Nuclear Industry, it’s history and development, context behind the current structure and strategic priorities, and future outlook.
Presentations to be provided by series presenter, Nicholas Mars, who is joined this week by guest speaker, Phillip Greatorex!
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Continuing Professional Development
This event can contribute towards your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours as part of the IET's CPD monitoring scheme.
02 Jul 2025
12:00pm - 12:45pm
Organiser
- Manchester Local Network
Speakers
Nicholas Mars
CE&I Design Engineer - Sellafield Ltd
Phillip Greatorex
Nuclear Legacy Lead - Sellafield Ltd
Phillip is a leading figure in the nuclear industry, particlularly in the cultivation and sharing knowledge of the UK Nuclear Industry. Phillip took on the role of "Nuclear Heritage Lead" at Sellafield Ltd in 2020 utilising his experience from a rich and varied 30 year career in the nuclear industry working in a variety of roles for UKAEA, BNFL, and the NDA.
Reasons to attend
· Knowledge that will benefit all involved or interested in the Nuclear Industry
· Will particularly benefit those looking at developing knowledge competencies on UKSpec and NSAN Training standards.
· CPD hours on Attendance
Programme
12:00 - Attendees Join / Introductions from Speakers
12:05 – Nicholas Mars: "History, Structure, & Outlook of the UK Nuclear Industry"
12:30 - Phillip Greatorex : "The People Behind the History"
12:40 – Wrap Up & Upcoming Events