Satkaliev revealed how many Kazakhstanis will be employed at the nuclear power plant.

“At the peak of construction in 2032, around 10,000 people will be involved. During the operational phase, the project will provide jobs for at least 2,000 individuals,” said Satkaliev at a meeting of the government of Kazakhstan.

To support the construction of the nuclear power plant, specialized programs will be established at domestic colleges to train personnel for the nuclear power plant:

• dosimetrist;
• repair technician for steam turbine equipment;
• specialist in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment at nuclear stations;
• IT specialist for nuclear stations, etc.

“Close collaboration with electrical engineering colleges is being carried out by subordinate organizations — the National Nuclear Center and the Institute of Nuclear Physics, which provide the foundation for student internships in nuclear specialties,” the minister added.

At the end of December, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev instructed to expedite the construction of the nuclear power plant.