Technical Coordinator - UKIFS

Job Description

UK Industrial Fusion Solutions (UKIFS) Ltd, a subsidiary of the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), is dedicated to delivering fusion energy by designing and building the Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production (STEP) prototype plant. UKIFS is establishing its operations, appointing teams, engaging industry partners and creating a supply chain to bring the prototype to life.

Salary: £32,577.

Location:

West Burton, Nottinghamshire – on‑site working 3 days per week with flexible arrangements for meetings.

• Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme
• Corporate bonus scheme up to 7% and relocation allowance (if eligible)
• Flexible working options and family‑friendly policies – right to request flexible working from day one
• Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Generous annual leave: 25 days + 3 days Christmas closure + 2.5 privilege days plus UK bank holidays
• Vibrant culture committed to full inclusion

A full list of our benefits can be found here

The Technical Coordination Team is part of the STEP Programme and provides technical support and coordination services to UKIFS work packages and projects. The role holder will act as an advisor to project managers, lead engineers and project team members, specialising in UKIFS document management processes and project SharePoint deployment. Responsibilities also include facilitating project activities, liaising with senior technical coordinators, ensuring delivery milestones, and supporting Plant Information Management System (PIMS) training courses for the STEP Programme.

• Document Management and Control
• Workshop and Meeting Support
• Project Management Support
• Technical Writing

Essential:

• Industry‑related qualifications or equivalent experience (HNC/Degree – ideally in STEM)
• Demonstrable experience supporting projects in a complex technical environment
• Expertise in SharePoint deployment, build and configuration
• IT literate, fluent in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Access
• Excellent technical report writing skills
• Excellent people skills
• Excellent planning and organisational skills

Beneficial:

• Awareness of Quality Management systems

We welcome applications from under‑represented groups, including women in STEM, individuals from British Black and ethnic minority backgrounds, and people with disabilities. Our Executive Team, supported by the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Partner and Inclusion Ambassadors, actively promotes EDI and seeks to remove barriers to success.

UKIFS is committed to accessibility. If you need assistance or adjustments – for example, changes to interview formats – please email

The role requires completion of an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks. SC clearance may become required in the future; existing SC clearance can be transferred to UKIFS.

For applicants outside the UK or who have lived outside the UK in the last five years, please visit  for information on criminal records checks.

Please note that vacancies are generally advertised for 4 weeks but may close earlier if we receive many applications. Your application may be considered for future or similar positions.

Seniority level:
Associate

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Human Resources within Research Services