At Sheffield Forgemasters we have an exciting opportunity for a Site Low Voltage Authorisation Engineer to join our team.
This role is based at our 64-acre site in the heart of Sheffield and will be working as part of our Engineering & Maintenance function, providing technical governance and assurance for low voltage electrical systems across the business while supporting safe, reliable and compliant site operations.
As a Site LV Authorisation Engineer, you will act as the site’s technical authority for low voltage electrical safety, ensuring electrical assets, installations and working practices comply with company standards, statutory requirements and electrical safety regulations. You will oversee the electrical authorisation framework, provide technical assurance, and drive continuous improvement in electrical safety, compliance and workforce competence across the site.
What you’ll be doing
- Acting as the Site Low Voltage Authorised Person and ensuring compliance with site electrical safety rules and procedures.
- Managing and maintaining the electrical authorisation framework, including assessment and reauthorisation of personnel.
- Leading electrical safety audits, inspections and compliance assessments across the site.
- Planning and overseeing LV electrical inspection, testing and verification programmes.
- Reviewing electrical test results, certification and compliance reports and ensuring corrective actions are completed.
- Providing technical support for LV distribution systems, switchgear, protection systems and motor control centres (MCCs).
- Identifying, assessing and mitigating electrical risks while promoting safe systems of work, isolation procedures and permit-to-work compliance.
- Reviewing contractor competencies, RAMS and electrical safe working arrangements.
- Supporting engineering, maintenance, operational and project teams with specialist electrical expertise.
- Coaching, mentoring and developing electrical personnel to strengthen competence and safety culture across the business.
About You
- Time-served electrician with a recognised electrical apprenticeship.
- Qualified electrician with experience in heavy industrial, manufacturing, utilities, steelmaking or similar environments.
- Approved Electrician status or equivalent level of competence and experience.
- City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing qualification, or equivalent.
- Experience operating within an electrical authorisation framework and acting as an Authorised Person.
- Strong knowledge of LV electrical distribution systems, switchgear, protection systems and industrial power networks.
- Thorough understanding of electrical isolation principles, switching procedures, permit-to-work systems and electrical safety legislation including Electricity at Work Regulations and BS7671.
- Experience carrying out electrical inspections, testing, verification and certification activities.
- Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills.
- A proactive approach to safety, strong problem-solving ability and the confidence to challenge unsafe practices.
As well as having the skills, knowledge and experience for this role, we are also looking for someone who embodies our core values: Customer Focus; Working Together; Trust & Respect; Quality & Innovation; and Safety & Wellbeing.
The Working Pattern
This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. 0745-4pm.
Why Sheffield Forgemasters?
Sheffield Forgemasters is an iconic steel production and engineering company, with a history that can be traced back to the 1750s, starting life as a small blacksmith forge. We have since gone through many evolutions and gone by several different names and guises, whilst consistently being at the forefront of innovation and new process development in the steel industry.
Recognising Sheffield Forgemasters as a global leader in the designing, manufacturing and delivering of world-class steel forgings and castings, we were acquired by the UK Ministry of Defence in 2021. The acquisition has secured our role as a critical supplier to the next generation of UK defence programmes. As part of this programme of work, £1.3bn is being invested in modernising our plant and equipment, creating new opportunities for the business and our colleagues.
What We Offer
- Stability, with large-scale & long-term investment and orders already secured into the 2040s.
- A programme of redevelopment that will include state-of-the-art new machinery and facilities on site.
- Up to 9% employer pension contribution.
- Life Assurance Scheme as part of the pension programme, 4 x annual salary.
- All Employee Bonus Scheme, up to £1000 paid annually, dependent on company performance.
- Onsite canteen.
- Free onsite parking and available EV chargers.
- Multi-Faith Room.
- Long service award scheme.
- Free Sheffield Forgemasters branded coat upon joining, with other branded workwear available to purchase online.
- You at Work – Access to online discounts portal.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Discounted Westfield Health Plan Scheme.
- Onsite Occupational Health Team, providing health screening and wellbeing initiatives and support, including but not limited to:
- Availability to confidentially discuss any physical or mental health concerns.
- Referrals and access to Physiotherapy sessions, when required.
- Ear irrigation.
- Flu Vaccinations.
- Blood Pressure management clinics.
- Weight management clinics.
- Occupational Health checks in line with health promotion and wellbeing events. e.g. Cholesterol, Blood sugar, Icle tests, etc.
- Health promotion campaigns, utilising outside companies / charities, such as Andy’s Man Club.
- Access to Zest Fit – Lifestyle Coach.
- Skills for life sessions offered to all, including CPR, managing bleeds, burns etc.
- Financial Wellbeing Sessions – Pension providers coming on site to talk to colleagues and offering advice.
- Chaplain Service.
- Support for ex-military and reservists in employment as a bronze accredited participant in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
Equality and Diversity
Our people are at the heart of everything we do at Sheffield Forgemasters. It’s vital that our workforce reflects the diversity of both our local catchment area and the wider society in the UK, so we’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and communities.
Flexible Working
We recognise the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements that align with our policies. Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office-based and remote working.  Applicants can request further information regarding the policy and how this may work in their role, from our People & Culture Team and / or the line manager for the applicable role.
Security
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. People working with government / MOD assets must complete Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks.
Nationality limitations
Please be aware that many roles at Sheffield Forgemasters are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 – 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.
For additional information or if you would like to discuss working for Sheffield Forgemasters or a specific role in more detail, please email Recruitment@sfel.com .
