Head of Facilities and Capital Projects

Tokamak Energy is a global leader in fusion energy and high temperature superconducting (HTS) technologies. We work with governments and industry to develop and bring fusion and HTS solutions to market through innovation and strategic partnerships. A major part of this is our end to end capability in HTS systems, from design to manufacturing.

We are the Magnet Systems Partner for the UK Government's STEP Fusion programme, under a £70 million contract running to 2029, working with UK Fusion Energy to deliver HTS magnet systems for the STEP prototype power plant, while also contributing to tokamak systems and plasma integration.

Founded in 2009 as a spin-out from the UK Atomic Energy Authority, Tokamak Energy is headquartered in Oxfordshire, with subsidiaries in the United States and Japan. Today, we employ over 300 people and have secured more than £280 million in investment.

We operate through three divisions:

Fusion - Fusion energy technologies, expertise and testbeds for government and private fusion programmes, including ST40, the world’s highest field spherical tokamak.

TE Magnetics - HTS systems for commercial applications including fusion energy, power distribution, life sciences, and propulsion.

Ridgway Machines - Manufacturing equipment for the superconducting, electrical and wider energy sectors, enabling the rapid industrialisation of HTS products.

Overview

This is a senior leadership role responsible for shaping and delivering facilities management and capital investment across a complex, highly regulated technical environment. Reporting to the Head of Group Operations, you will lead a small but growing team while acting as a key partner to the wider business.

In the short term, the role is heavily focused on delivering a portfolio of capital projects, alongside establishing robust, scalable facilities operations. Over time, the balance will shift towards long-term operational excellence and continuous improvement.

This role combines strategic oversight with a hands-on approach — ideal for someone who is comfortable leading from the front, solving problems, and building capability in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

Facilities Management

• Develop and implement the facilities strategy aligned to organisational growth and operational requirements
• Oversee day-to-day management of buildings, infrastructure, and utilities
• Ensure full compliance with statutory, health & safety, and environmental regulations
• Lead hard and soft services, including maintenance, security, and waste management
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance performance, efficiency, and sustainability
• Drive energy management and carbon reduction initiatives
• Establish fit-for-purpose processes and systems, particularly where they do not already exist
• Apply a risk-based approach to asset management and maintenance

Capital Projects

• Lead the planning and delivery of capital investment programmes, including refurbishments, upgrades, and new developments
• Manage the full project lifecycle from concept through to completion
• Develop business cases, budgets, and investment plans
• Oversee a mix of internally managed and externally delivered projects
• Act as client-side lead for larger projects delivered via third-party consultants
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to specification
• Implement strong governance, reporting, and risk management frameworks

Financial & Commercial Management

• Own and manage facilities and capital expenditure budgets
• Drive cost optimisation and value engineering across both operations and projects
• Procure and manage supplier contracts to ensure high performance and value
• Monitor financial performance and deliver against budget and ROI expectations

Compliance & Risk

• Ensure all facilities and project activities meet regulatory and organisational compliance standards
• Lead risk management across facilities operations and capital delivery
• Maintain business continuity and resilience plans

What Success Looks Like

• Delivery of a complex portfolio of capital projects within the next 12–18 months
• Establishment of robust, scalable facilities processes and governance
• High levels of statutory compliance across all facilities activities
• Effective management of a small but growing team and external partners
• Strong, confident stakeholder management, including the ability to challenge where needed
• A well-run, efficient, and resilient facilities function that supports business growth

Essential

• Proven experience in a senior facilities management and/or capital projects leadership role
• Strong track record of delivering a broad range of complex capital projects (typically ranging from smaller upgrades through to multi-million-pound programmes)
• Deep understanding of statutory compliance, including fire safety, Legionella, and building compliance requirements
• Experience improving or establishing facilities processes, not just maintaining existing operations
• Strong knowledge of building systems, engineering, and facilities operations
• Commercial and financial acumen, including budget ownership
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders, suppliers, and contractors
• Experience leading small, multi-disciplinary teams

Desirable

• Experience in highly regulated environments is strongly preferred, such as Life sciences / pharma, Energy, fusion, or nuclear
• Exposure to non-standard or complex environments (e.g. unusual waste streams, specialist infrastructure)
• Experience working in smaller or scaling organisations where processes are being built or refined
• Experience working client-side on capital projects delivered via consultancies
• Background in sustainability and energy management initiatives
• Relevant professional qualifications or certifications (e.g. Engineering, Facilities Management, NEBOSH, IWFM, RICS, CIOB)

• Salary range £90,000 to £100,000 dependent on skills and experience and will be discussed from the outset

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, plus discretionary festive shutdown
• Performance-led rewards including discretionary bonus, innovation and merit schemes
• Share options – a stake in our future success
• Pension and comprehensive financial protection package including death in service and critical illness cover
• Health and wellbeing support, including cash plan and 24/7 assistance
• Ongoing investment in your growth with training and career progression
• Be part of world-changing innovation in Fusion Energy

Important information for candidates

No terminology in the advert or job description is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.

Pre-employment screening

Please note that the appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to standard pre-employment screening, as applicable to the post. This will include right-to-work, proof of identity and references.

Data privacy

Please note that any personal data submitted to Tokamak Energy as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation, for more information regarding GDPR please see: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guide-to-the-general-data-protection-regulation

Equality of opportunity

Entry into employment with the Tokamak Energy and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.