Head of Facilities in Abingdon

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.

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.

• 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

• 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