Securing the Future of Nuclear Power Through Training and Collaboration

New nuclear is moving from vision to reality and competence will be an important key. We interviewed our colleagues, Andreas Hagman and Martin Mansfeld on what awaits the company and what our role will be in this process. We asked them why it is important to address training and competence development early in the process as well as what specific needs are being identified.

Why is it so important to address training and competence development early in the process of establishing new nuclear power?

For several reasons; partly because it is a requirement in the licensing process, and partly to ensure that trained personnel are ready in time for commissioning and related activities. All staff must be trained and certified before fuel can be loaded. The control room and procedures must also be validated and the project organisation needs trained personnel.

What specific needs are already being identified regarding future competence supply in new nuclear power?

Many organisations have been tasked with mapping future competence needs and workforce volumes at various stages of building new nuclear power. What is already evident is that the individuals who will operate our nuclear power plants in phase one are currently young people aged 15 to 25. We at KSU, along with other stakeholders, must present ourselves as attractive employers and communicate about our work to sow the seeds of interest in the industry.

How does KSU collaborate with other stakeholders on training and education?

We collaborate with several different stakeholders, and this is essential for meeting the demands that will arise in the future. New alliances, partnerships, and new ways of working together, including cross-border cooperation, will be important for successfully addressing the competence challenge.

Contact:

Martin.Mansfeld@ksu.se

Andreas.Hagman@ksu.se