Head of Facilities and Capital Projects

About the role

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 sy

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