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Chief Executive Officer at Sizewell C
📍 Bridgwater, England, United Kingdom

Nigel Cann is the CEO of Sizewell C, leveraging over 40 years of experience in the UKs nuclear industry. He began his career as an apprentice electrician before earning a degree in energy engineering from London South Bank University and going on to lead major projects like Hinkley Point C.

Outside of work, Nigel is a family man with a wife, three children, and four grandchildren, commuting to his home in Somerset for weekends. He spends his time outdoors and his hobbies include industrial gardening, walking his dogs, football, fishing, and golf.

Unique fact: Nigel started his career as a 16-year-old apprentice and rose to become the CEO of a major nuclear power station.

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Experience
15 Years
Current Role
Chief Executive Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Bridgwater, England, United Kingdom
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Apprenticeships & Skills
Having started as an apprentice, he is passionate about creating opportunities and has committed to 1,500 apprenticeships and a new local college for Sizewell C.
Nuclear Project Legacy
Focused on ensuring major infrastructure projects leave a lasting positive impact on the local community, economy, and the UK's long-term clean energy security.
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Career

Work history

1-2026
Chief Executive Officer
Sizewell C
3-2023 - 1-2026
Sizewell C Managing Director
Sizewell C
4-2011 - 3-2023
Hinkley Point C programme and construction delivery director
EDF Energy
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