Benefits

Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert. Corporate bonus scheme up to 7% and a Relocation allowance (if eligible). Flexible working options including family friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment. Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders. Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays. Wide range of career development opportunities. A vibrant culture committed to equality and being fully inclusive.

Role Details The salary for this role is £94,758 (inclusive of a Specialist Allowance). Onsite working is expected for 4 days each week. This role is based at the following site: Culham, Oxfordshire. This role requires employees to complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), including The Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions and possibly a search of open source data. Key Responsibilities

Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain the safety, health, and welfare of staff in line with company policies and UKAEA standards. Build, lead, and develop a high-performing workforce, driving succession planning, capability growth, and future organisational readiness. Develop, implement, and maintain facility operations strategies, schedules, and transition plans, ensuring smooth integration of operations, maintenance, and project delivery. Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence, benchmarking against external organisations and maximising facility availability. Oversee safe and efficient operation of Tritium Fuel Cycle Division Facilities for internal and external users. Manage the operational budget (£10m), track costs, delegate programme budgets, and provide timely financial reporting. Lead complex, high-value projects within the facilities, providing strategic direction, technical guidance, and governance. Align Tritium Fuel Cycle Division operations with organisational objectives, foster strategic partnerships, and identify commercial opportunities. Champion UKAEA’s values, promoting equality, diversity, inclusion, safety, and best practice standards across the organisation.

Qualifications

Degree or equivalent in a relevant STEM subject, or demonstrable equivalent experience. Substantial leadership experience in safe management of high‑hazard operations in regulated radiological or nuclear facilities, with a proven track record of delivering operations to schedule, cost and quality and driving operational excellence. Facility management experience, including asset and budget management. Recognised Health and Safety qualification, e.g., NEBOSH Certificate or IOSH Managing Safely. Extensive experience in developing, planning, prioritising, and successfully delivering operational strategy. Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing, multi-disciplinary teams within complex, matrixed environments. Strong track record of engaging, influencing, and building effective relationships with senior stakeholders. Excellent judgement, decision-making, and communication skills, with the ability to navigate complexity, drive outcomes, and communicate effectively with diverse audiences. Chartered status (or working towards) with a relevant professional institution.

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