Leading mechanical and electrical engineering firm, Salko UK, is accelerating its presence within the UK’s nuclear sector as it strengthens its team of security cleared professionals deployed on critical national infrastructure projects.

Headquartered in Yorkshire and celebrating over 25 years of industry success, Salko UK now fields a specialist team of 20 fully vetted technical experts qualified to operate on high security nuclear sites. This clearance, which involves rigorous background checks and strict regulatory approval, places Salko at the forefront of a highly competitive space where demand for trusted personnel is rapidly rising.

The company’s nuclear qualified team includes a wide range of skilled tradespeople such as control and instrumentation technicians, electricians, mechanical fitters, riggers, and support staff. These individuals are currently active on priority nuclear sites across the country, contributing to the UK’s growing nuclear capacity, an essential element of the government’s strategy to reach net zero.

In addition to its core nuclear team, Salko UK maintains a broad network of trained professionals available to support major mechanical and electrical engineering projects across sectors such as power generation, construction, mining, and large scale infrastructure.

This strategic growth aligns closely with the UK Government’s recent Clean Energy Industries Sector Plan, which sets out a vision for a domestically built clean energy future.

Building a Workforce for Tomorrow’s Energy Needs

Sim Sharphouse, Operations Manager at Salko UK, highlighted the firm’s commitment to overcoming the entry barriers of high security work in order to meet client demand:

“Gaining clearance to work on nuclear sites is no small feat, it takes time, investment, and the right people. We’ve built that capability in house so we can respond quickly and confidently to client needs, whether for planned infrastructure work or urgent technical support.”
“We’re proud to be part of the UK’s clean energy journey. By growing a workforce that’s not only highly skilled but also site ready, we’re making sure our clients are never held back by delays in access or expertise.”

A Multi Sector Approach to Skilled Delivery

While nuclear projects are a growing focus, Salko UK continues to deliver mechanical and electrical expertise across a wide range of sectors. The company’s portfolio includes extensive work in mining, welding, heating and cooling systems, as well as support for major construction and energy developments.

With agility, experience, and an expanding talent base, Salko UK is positioning itself as a go to partner for engineering solutions in the UK’s evolving energy and infrastructure landscape.

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