Head of Electrical Services in Sheffield

Overview

The University of Sheffield is seeking to appoint an exceptional Head of Electrical Services to lead the strategic oversight, operational delivery, and continuous improvement of all electrical services across our diverse estate. This is a key leadership role within the Engineering & Maintenance Team of Estates & Facilities Management, ensuring our electrical infrastructure meets the highest standards of safety, legal compliance, and operational efficiency.

The University of Sheffield is a truly special place, with a bold and ambitious future. A leading global university renowned for the excellence, impact and the distinctiveness of its research-led learning and teaching across a wide range of disciplines, we are home to 30,000 of the brightest students and over 8,000 staff from more than 140 countries around the world. We want Sheffield to be an international centre of excellence for centuries to come, so we recruit ambitious, creative people from across the globe and we nurture their talent.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Engineering & Maintenance, you will manage all aspects of electrical maintenance, inspection, and lifecycle planning, creating a safe and compliant environment that supports world-class teaching, research, and the student experience. You will lead a dedicated team of in-house professionals and trade staff, alongside specialist external contractors, and oversee projects ranging from minor repairs to major upgrades. Your remit includes developing and enforcing robust policies and standards for planned preventative maintenance and statutory compliance, while driving sustainability and resilience across the estate.

This is a varied and high-impact role, covering everything from heritage buildings to complex research facilities. We are looking for an experienced leader with a strong engineering background, Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status (or working towards it), and extensive expertise in managing electrical systems including High Voltage (HV) and Low Voltage (LV) networks, fire safety, emergency lighting, and security systems. You will bring proven knowledge of UK electrical regulations, experience in asset management planning, and the ability to manage significant budgets and contracts.

Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to inspire teams and influence at senior levels are essential, as is a strategic and analytical mindset, capable of driving continuous improvement, change and operational excellence.

For further information, you can view the candidate brochure here: Uni of Sheffield – Head of Electrical Services

To arrange a confidential briefing discussion please contact our retained search advisors Charley McCarthy (charley.mccarthy@mrgglobal.com / 07344 093 390) or David Craven (david.craven@mrgglobal.com / 07932 717 438).

Applications should consist of a CV and supporting statement and should be submitted via our website here.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status (or working toward it)
• Extensive expertise in managing electrical systems including High Voltage (HV) and Low Voltage (LV) networks
• Experience with fire safety, emergency lighting, and security systems
• Knowledge of UK electrical regulations and asset management planning
• Ability to manage significant budgets and contracts

Skills & Leadership

• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to inspire teams and influence at senior levels
• Strategic and analytical mindset, driving continuous improvement, change and operational excellence

Seniority & Employment Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Strategy/Planning, Consulting, and Engineering
• Industries: Engineering Services and Business Consulting and Services

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