Job Description

Job Title:

Head of Electrical Services

Posting Start Date:

16/12/2025

Job Id:

1982

School/Department:

Estates & Facilities Management

Work Arrangement:

Full Time (Hybrid)

Contract Type:

Permanent

Salary per annum ():

61,759.00 - 69,488.00

Closing Date:

01/02/2026

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 ElectricalServices

MRG are acting as an employment agency adviser to the University of Sheffield on this appointment. For further information, including details on how to apply, please visit

https://mrgglobal.com/

using reference JOB-21680.






Applications should be received by

01 February 2026.

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).