Operations Manager (FTF - Yorkshire)

UK Atomic Energy Authority

  • Rotherham, South Yorkshire
  • £70,505 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 hours ago
  • Apply easily
Company DescriptionBy 2050, the planet could be using twice as much electricity compared to today.Are you interested in contributing and helping to shape the future of the world’s energy?If so, read on.Fusion, the process that powers the Sun and Stars, is one of the most promising options for generating the cleaner, carbon-free energy that our world badly needs. UKAEA leads the way in realizing fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for ground-breaking advancements. Our goal is to bring fusion electricity to the grid, supported by tomorrow's power stations. In pursuit of our exciting and word changing mission, UKAEA embraces the core values: Innovative, Committed, Trusted, and Collaborative. We are a proudly diverse team and need like minded people to join us.UKAEA leads the way in realizing fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for ground-breaking advancements. Our goal is to bring fusion electricity to the grid, supported by tomorrow's power stations. In pursuit of our mission, UKAEA embraces core values: Innovative, Committed, Trusted, and Collaborative.As an employee of UKAEA you will benefit from:
  • 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.
Job DescriptionThe salary for this role is £70,505 inclusive of specialist allowance.Due to the operational requirements of the role onsite working is expected for 5 days each week.This role is based at the following site; Rotherham, South Yorkshire.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. Further security checks may be required.The RoleAre you looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference? Join our team and contribute to the future of fusion energy. As Operations Manager (FTF - Yorkshire), you will play a pivotal role in leading an operational programme at the Fusion Technology Facility (FTF) in line with the UKAEA’s programmes and priorities. You will also provide technical leadership of FTF buildings, plant and infrastructure and ensure that scientific and engineering operations remain safe, compliant, functional and fit for purpose. This leadership will be provided in line with industry best practice including NEBOSH. In addition, you will ensure that operations remain within the bounds of the Authorities QSHE objectives and the facility Safety Case.Key Accountabilities:
  • Manage the FTF operations to maximise the operational performance, efficiency and value, including defining, prioritising, and implementing the site operational plan in line with divisional and UKAEA strategy, setting operational KPIs and ensuring they are delivered upon.
  • Plan, monitor, and report the FTF annual budgets, with regular reviews and updates as required throughout the year.
  • Manage and set operational, maintenance, and technical priorities, and the recruitment and assignment of resources to meet business, project and safety needs.
  • Define investment requirements for office, building and plant at the FTF, presenting a robust business case arising from operational shortcomings, new legal/compliance requirements, and emerging science programme, including existing and new facilities.
  • Effective and timely management of staff, including, but not limited to: setting resource allocation and recruitment requirements, knowledge transfer, supporting welfare and EDI, setting expectations (inc. behavioural), onboarding and probation, setting SMART objectives, performance management, absence management, addressing concerns (e.g. disciplinaries, grievances, etc.), workforce planning, building capability in line with business strategy, supporting learning, skills and professional development, and coaching, and offboarding.
  • Ensure suitably qualified and experienced staff are in place to meet both current and future organisational needs as per UKAEA standards.
  • Manage compliance by staff and contractors, with respect to CDM, ISO standards, and EHSQ policy, for work undertaken in the FTF, ensuring technical oversight and a high-level of quality control.
  • Create and drive the FTF behavioural safety culture and performance by example, regular Safety Walkabouts, toolbox talks, regular engagement with all levels of worker from technician to Executive.
  • Manage the asset database for the Plant and Operational infrastructure of the FTF (liaising with B&FM), driving regular and ad hoc maintenance activity.
  • Deliver assigned commitments of safety, quality, cost and schedule - ensuring work is undertaken safely, efficiently and effectively to ensure the programme of operations is delivered to the relevant corporate objectives.
  • Interface regularly with all key stakeholder groups across UKAEA and the site 'Authority to Operate holder’ (ATOh) to ensure compliance with the sites Safety Case.
  • Contribute regularly, as a core member of the FTF Management Team, on integration of project activity with the FTF.
  • Accountable for establishing a continuous improvement culture, from operations strategy to daily task level.
  • Accept delegated accountability for the safety of the facility, as required by the Fusion Technology: Head of operations.
  • Ensure the FTF site’s compliance with UKAEA and UK regulatory and statutory requirements.
  • Proactively promote the integration of the FTF with other entities within UKAEA and promote collaborative working practices between sites.
  • Work in accordance with UKAEA policy and undertake any other reasonable tasks or duties requested by your manager.
Additional Responsibilities:
  • Host external stakeholders and visitors as required, demonstrating passion for UKAEAs mission.
  • Attend meetings and give presentations both internally and externally
  • Champion raising the profile of the FTF with customers and key stakeholders.
  • Deliver ‘all staff town hall meeting’
  • Chair formal meetings as required.
  • Act as delegate for the Head of Operations.
QualificationsEssential:
  • Experience in Operations and Engineering management, with demonstratable ability to provide clear direction, leadership, and technical expertise.
  • Qualified to degree level or similar in Occupational Safety and Health or demonstrable equivalent experience.
  • Extensive experience leading HS&E across complex major M&E projects containing high hazard plant.
  • Prior experience of working in a highly regulated environment such as construction, installation, commissioning, and operations.
  • NEBOSH National General Certificate (or working towards)
  • In depth knowledge of ISO 9001:2015, ISO14001:2015, ISO45001: 2018
  • Proven ability to provide technical leadership of diverse installation with a diverse team
  • Strong communication skills – clear and articulate verbal and written ability including report writing.
  • Ability to use initiative and creativity to resolve queries or issues and improvements, in a proactive manner and apply appropriate attention to detail.
  • Ability to constructively interact with a variety of stakeholders at all levels of the business and lead diverse, multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Demonstrably proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, in particular Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint.
Additional InformationA full list of our benefits can be found here .We welcome talented people from all backgrounds who want to help us achieve our mission. We encourage applications from under-represented groups, particularly from women in STEM, people from Black British Caribbean and African, Pakistani and Bangladeshi British, and other ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and neurotypical individuals. Our Executive team, supported by our 'Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion' (EDI) and Wellbeing and our EDI Networks actively promote Inclusion and takes steps to increase diversity within our organisation. We reinforce best practices in recruitment and selection and evaluate approaches to remove barriers to success.Please note that vacancies are generally advertised for 4 weeks but may close earlier if we receive a large number of applications.For applicants applying from outside the United Kingdom or those who have spent time outside the UK in the last five years, please visit the following link for information on criminal records checks: If your country of residence or previous residence is not listed on the website or if the UK Government does not have information on obtaining a criminal records check from that state, we regret to inform you that we cannot process your application.

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