Fusion Energy Base
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
# Head of Supply Chain AssuranceSupply Chain Job DetailsLocationNottingham, United KingdomEmployment TypeFull-timeSalary£86kLevelLeadershipPosted# Head of Supply Chain Assurance Overview of ResponsibilitiesFusion energy offers the potential for significant quantities of low-carbon, inherently safe, abundantly fuelled, baseload energy, supporting sustainable climate action and energy independence. While the technical challenge remains high, confidence is increasing, and the rewards of realising fusion are almost incalculable. Anticipated to come online for commercial purposes in the middle of this century, fusion offers a viable means to sustainable net zero in the UK and globally, as well as to increased energy security. The UK is currently a world leader in fusion research and development and in the drive to realise commercially viable energy from fusion, a sector with an estimated value of £tns per year.STEP (Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production) is the UK's flagship national programme to deliver a prototype fusion energy plant, targeting 2040, and a path to commercial viability of fusion. STEP is deliberately bold and ambitious and seeks people who want to be part of a world-changing endeavour and who have credible and relevant experiencing in delivery.STEP is supported by the UK Atomic Energy Authority, which has breadth and depth of expertise in fusion science, engineering and operations built over decades. UK Fusion Energy Ltd. (UKFE) Is a relatively new organisation established to focus on the delivery of the prototype and, in so doing, the development of a fusion supply chain. UKFE will lead a collaborative team of industrial Whole Plant Partners who bring expertise in engineering and construction, plus UKAEA who will remain as strategic Partner providing fusion expertise. The Role: Reporting to the Director of Safety, Quality & Mission Assurance, you will be accountable for the strategic design and operational delivery of UKFE's Supply Chain Assurance framework across the full project lifecycle.You will provide senior leadership and oversight to ensure that Tier 1, 2, and 3 suppliers consistently deliver to nuclear safety, quality, environmental, and security requirements. From early design through off site manufacture, construction, installation, testing, and final handover, your role will be central to identifying and mitigating supply chain risk before it impacts safety, cost, schedule, or regulatory confidence.This role is pivotal to maintaining UKFE's Intelligent Customer capability, supporting regulatory assurance, and strengthening long term supply chain resilience for fusion delivery. What You'll Be Responsible For Supply Chain Assurance Strategy & Governance Own and evolve the enterprise wide Supply Chain Assurance Strategy, aligned to the nuclear safety case, programme maturity, and regulatory expectations Act as the single point of accountability for supply chain assurance policy, standards, and governance across UKFE, partners, and suppliers Provide authoritative challenge where supply chain risk exceeds acceptable nuclear, safety, or delivery tolerances Set assurance expectations early in procurement and contracting to prevent late stage quality or delivery risk Supplier Audit, Assessment & Oversight Lead a team of assessors and auditors conducting technical, quality, and nuclear safety culture audits across the supply base Define audit philosophy, scope, depth, and prioritisation based on supplier criticality and risk Oversee audits of complex, global suppliers, commissioning specialist assurance where required Ensure audit outcomes drive meaningful, measurable improvements in supplier capability Supply Chain Risk Identification & Mitigation Identify single points of failure and systemic risks within multi tier supply chains Lead strategic interventions to address supplier fragility, capability gaps, or over reliance on key vendors Support executive decision making with clear options, trade offs, and consequences Supplier Development & Continuous Improvement Work closely with Commercial and Procurement teams to onboard and develop non nuclear ready suppliers Sponsor supplier capability development to meet nuclear quality and safety expectations Use audit intelligence, learning from experience, and data analytics to drive targeted improvement Balance rigorous assurance with supplier development to support innovation without compromising standards Regulatory & Stakeholder Assurance Act as a senior assurance interface for regulators on supply chain integrity and Intelligent Customer responsibilities Provide credible, auditable evidence to support regulatory inspections, reviews, and interventions Build regulator confidence through transparency, consistency, and timely escalation of issues Influence internal stakeholders on regulatory expectations and consequences of supply chain failure Leadership & Culture Build and lead a high performing supply chain assurance team Foster a values led, inclusive culture grounded in professionalism, integrity, and learning Lead by example and act as a cultural ambassador for UKFESalary£86,758 + excellent benefits including outstanding pensionProgrammeSTEPDepartmentUKFE - Risk and AssuranceDisciplineSite LocationType of EmploymentFull-timeReference NumberREF4139C Qualifications What you'll bring You will be a highly experienced supply chain or quality assurance leader with deep expertise in operating within regulated, safety critical environments. You bring strong systems thinking, sound judgement, and the confidence to challenge delivery pressures where nuclear safety, quality, or regulatory credibility could be compromised. Comfortable working across complex, multi tier supply chains, you are equally adept at rigorous assurance and developing supplier capability. Experience supporting nuclear or equivalent mega projects and engaging regulators with credibility will be key to your success in this role. Essential Significant experience in supply chain or quality roles within regulated industries (e.g. nuclear, aerospace, oil & gas) Experience supporting Nuclear New Build or equivalent mega project environments Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Quality Management Chartered status (e.g. CQP (CQI), MCIPS, CEng) Deep knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 19443 (Nuclear Quality) Understanding of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 within nuclear infrastructure contexts Ability to obtain high level security clearance (SC/DV); existing clearance desirable Desirable Familiarity with ASME NQA 1 or equivalent nuclear standards Experience working with global, multi tier supply chains Strong capability in supplier performance analytics and assurance tools Experience supporting regulatory audits and inspections Additional InformationWe welcome applications from under-represented groups, particularly women in STEM and individuals from British black and ethnic minority backgrounds, and individuals with disabilities. Our Executive team, supported by our 'Equality, Diversity and Inclusion' (EDI) Partner and Inclusion Ambassadors, actively promotes EDI 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. UKFE is committed to being accessible. Please email if you have any questions or require help or adjustments to compete on a fair basis, for example, changes to the way we interview or share information. This role requires employees to complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), including the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions. Whilst not required at this time, there is a possibility of an SC Clearance being required in the future.
# Head of Supply Chain AssuranceSupply Chain Job DetailsLocationNottingham, United KingdomEmployment TypeFull-timeSalary£86kLevelLeadershipPosted# Head of Supply Chain Assurance Overview of ResponsibilitiesFusion energy offers the potential for significant quantities of low-carbon, inherently safe, abundantly fuelled, baseload energy, supporting sustainable climate action and energy independence. While the technical challenge remains high, confidence is increasing, and the rewards of realising fusion are almost incalculable. Anticipated to come online for commercial purposes in the middle of this century, fusion offers a viable means to sustainable net zero in the UK and globally, as well as to increased energy security. The UK is currently a world leader in fusion research and development and in the drive to realise commercially viable energy from fusion, a sector with an estimated value of £tns per year.STEP (Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production) is the UK's flagship national programme to deliver a prototype fusion energy plant, targeting 2040, and a path to commercial viability of fusion. STEP is deliberately bold and ambitious and seeks people who want to be part of a world-changing endeavour and who have credible and relevant experiencing in delivery.STEP is supported by the UK Atomic Energy Authority, which has breadth and depth of expertise in fusion science, engineering and operations built over decades. UK Fusion Energy Ltd. (UKFE) Is a relatively new organisation established to focus on the delivery of the prototype and, in so doing, the development of a fusion supply chain. UKFE will lead a collaborative team of industrial Whole Plant Partners who bring expertise in engineering and construction, plus UKAEA who will remain as strategic Partner providing fusion expertise. The Role: Reporting to the Director of Safety, Quality & Mission Assurance, you will be accountable for the strategic design and operational delivery of UKFE's Supply Chain Assurance framework across the full project lifecycle.You will provide senior leadership and oversight to ensure that Tier 1, 2, and 3 suppliers consistently deliver to nuclear safety, quality, environmental, and security requirements. From early design through off site manufacture, construction, installation, testing, and final handover, your role will be central to identifying and mitigating supply chain risk before it impacts safety, cost, schedule, or regulatory confidence.This role is pivotal to maintaining UKFE's Intelligent Customer capability, supporting regulatory assurance, and strengthening long term supply chain resilience for fusion delivery. What You'll Be Responsible For Supply Chain Assurance Strategy & Governance Own and evolve the enterprise wide Supply Chain Assurance Strategy, aligned to the nuclear safety case, programme maturity, and regulatory expectations Act as the single point of accountability for supply chain assurance policy, standards, and governance across UKFE, partners, and suppliers Provide authoritative challenge where supply chain risk exceeds acceptable nuclear, safety, or delivery tolerances Set assurance expectations early in procurement and contracting to prevent late stage quality or delivery risk Supplier Audit, Assessment & Oversight Lead a team of assessors and auditors conducting technical, quality, and nuclear safety culture audits across the supply base Define audit philosophy, scope, depth, and prioritisation based on supplier criticality and risk Oversee audits of complex, global suppliers, commissioning specialist assurance where required Ensure audit outcomes drive meaningful, measurable improvements in supplier capability Supply Chain Risk Identification & Mitigation Identify single points of failure and systemic risks within multi tier supply chains Lead strategic interventions to address supplier fragility, capability gaps, or over reliance on key vendors Support executive decision making with clear options, trade offs, and consequences Supplier Development & Continuous Improvement Work closely with Commercial and Procurement teams to onboard and develop non nuclear ready suppliers Sponsor supplier capability development to meet nuclear quality and safety expectations Use audit intelligence, learning from experience, and data analytics to drive targeted improvement Balance rigorous assurance with supplier development to support innovation without compromising standards Regulatory & Stakeholder Assurance Act as a senior assurance interface for regulators on supply chain integrity and Intelligent Customer responsibilities Provide credible, auditable evidence to support regulatory inspections, reviews, and interventions Build regulator confidence through transparency, consistency, and timely escalation of issues Influence internal stakeholders on regulatory expectations and consequences of supply chain failure Leadership & Culture Build and lead a high performing supply chain assurance team Foster a values led, inclusive culture grounded in professionalism, integrity, and learning Lead by example and act as a cultural ambassador for UKFESalary£86,758 + excellent benefits including outstanding pensionProgrammeSTEPDepartmentUKFE - Risk and AssuranceDisciplineSite LocationType of EmploymentFull-timeReference NumberREF4139C Qualifications What you'll bring You will be a highly experienced supply chain or quality assurance leader with deep expertise in operating within regulated, safety critical environments. You bring strong systems thinking, sound judgement, and the confidence to challenge delivery pressures where nuclear safety, quality, or regulatory credibility could be compromised. Comfortable working across complex, multi tier supply chains, you are equally adept at rigorous assurance and developing supplier capability. Experience supporting nuclear or equivalent mega projects and engaging regulators with credibility will be key to your success in this role. Essential Significant experience in supply chain or quality roles within regulated industries (e.g. nuclear, aerospace, oil & gas) Experience supporting Nuclear New Build or equivalent mega project environments Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Quality Management Chartered status (e.g. CQP (CQI), MCIPS, CEng) Deep knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 19443 (Nuclear Quality) Understanding of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 within nuclear infrastructure contexts Ability to obtain high level security clearance (SC/DV); existing clearance desirable Desirable Familiarity with ASME NQA 1 or equivalent nuclear standards Experience working with global, multi tier supply chains Strong capability in supplier performance analytics and assurance tools Experience supporting regulatory audits and inspections Additional InformationWe welcome applications from under-represented groups, particularly women in STEM and individuals from British black and ethnic minority backgrounds, and individuals with disabilities. Our Executive team, supported by our 'Equality, Diversity and Inclusion' (EDI) Partner and Inclusion Ambassadors, actively promotes EDI 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. UKFE is committed to being accessible. Please email if you have any questions or require help or adjustments to compete on a fair basis, for example, changes to the way we interview or share information. This role requires employees to complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), including the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions. Whilst not required at this time, there is a possibility of an SC Clearance being required in the future.
Brellis Recruitment
City, Leeds
General Manager Welding & Fabrication £65,000 £80,000 basic + bonus (OTE up to £100k) + Car Allowance + Benefits Based near Leeds Do you have deep knowledge of welding and fabrication and the leadership skills to run a busy, high-performing service centre? We re working with one of the UK s leading fabrication and engineering groups to appoint a General Manager. This is not a role for someone from a purely OEM or mass-production background. You ll either be time-served in welding/fabrication, having worked your way up, or you ll already be running a fabrication and welding shop at senior level. Without this experience, applications will not be suitable. About the Role As General Manager, you ll take full P&L responsibility for a 40+ person site delivering sheet metalwork, laser cutting, robotic welding, and structural fabrication. The business is a first and second-tier supplier into oil & gas, automotive, commercial vehicles, defence, and nuclear sectors. Your responsibilities will include: Full site leadership, accountable for operational performance, quality, and delivery. Driving efficiency and continuous improvement across welding and fabrication processes. Leading, motivating, and developing a skilled workforce. Building and maintaining customer relationships while supporting commercial growth. Ensuring projects are delivered on time, to cost, and to spec. Reporting directly to the Group MD and contributing to wider group strategy. What We re Looking For A proven leader in a fabrication and welding environment (service centre / project-based, not OEM). Time-served in welding/fabrication or clear progression into GM/Director level within a fabrication shop. Strong track record of managing operations, P&L, and commercial growth. In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 1090, and ISO 3834 standards, with experience managing compliance. Understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement in fabrication settings. Hands-on, motivational leadership style. Why Apply? Lead and shape a respected welding and fabrication service centre. Be recognised as the General Manager for a site supplying into multiple high-value sectors. £65k £80k base + bonus (OTE £100k), car allowance, and benefits. Backing of a well-invested group committed to innovation and growth. If you ve built your career in welding and fabrication and want the autonomy to run and grow a dynamic service centre, we d like to hear from you. INDH
General Manager Welding & Fabrication £65,000 £80,000 basic + bonus (OTE up to £100k) + Car Allowance + Benefits Based near Leeds Do you have deep knowledge of welding and fabrication and the leadership skills to run a busy, high-performing service centre? We re working with one of the UK s leading fabrication and engineering groups to appoint a General Manager. This is not a role for someone from a purely OEM or mass-production background. You ll either be time-served in welding/fabrication, having worked your way up, or you ll already be running a fabrication and welding shop at senior level. Without this experience, applications will not be suitable. About the Role As General Manager, you ll take full P&L responsibility for a 40+ person site delivering sheet metalwork, laser cutting, robotic welding, and structural fabrication. The business is a first and second-tier supplier into oil & gas, automotive, commercial vehicles, defence, and nuclear sectors. Your responsibilities will include: Full site leadership, accountable for operational performance, quality, and delivery. Driving efficiency and continuous improvement across welding and fabrication processes. Leading, motivating, and developing a skilled workforce. Building and maintaining customer relationships while supporting commercial growth. Ensuring projects are delivered on time, to cost, and to spec. Reporting directly to the Group MD and contributing to wider group strategy. What We re Looking For A proven leader in a fabrication and welding environment (service centre / project-based, not OEM). Time-served in welding/fabrication or clear progression into GM/Director level within a fabrication shop. Strong track record of managing operations, P&L, and commercial growth. In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 1090, and ISO 3834 standards, with experience managing compliance. Understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement in fabrication settings. Hands-on, motivational leadership style. Why Apply? Lead and shape a respected welding and fabrication service centre. Be recognised as the General Manager for a site supplying into multiple high-value sectors. £65k £80k base + bonus (OTE £100k), car allowance, and benefits. Backing of a well-invested group committed to innovation and growth. If you ve built your career in welding and fabrication and want the autonomy to run and grow a dynamic service centre, we d like to hear from you. INDH
