Honouring Loyalty and Legacy

Honouring Loyalty and Legacy

 Honouring Loyalty and Legacy

💫 Honouring Loyalty and Legacy at AF Switchgear 💫

Last Friday marked a truly special moment at AF Switchgear — our 5th Annual Veterans Club Lunch.

Each year, this event brings together an incredible group of people who have dedicated 25 years or more to our business. It’s more than a lunch — it’s a celebration of loyalty, teamwork, and shared success.

This year, we were proud to welcome 8 new members to the Veterans Club, a reflection of how our family continues to grow. Together, our 34 members represent an astounding 968 years of combined service, averaging 28.4 years each — a milestone that speaks volumes about the strength of our culture and the passion of our people.

To every one of our Veterans Club members — thank you. Your commitment, expertise, and pride in what you do have shaped AF Switchgear into the company it is today. We are deeply grateful for all you’ve done and continue to do.

Senior Sales Estimating Engineer

We are looking for a Senior Sales Estimating Engineer to join our Sales Department.

This role has fantastic career growth, with opportunities to progress and gain qualifications.

Reporting to the Sales Estimating Director the role will include, but is not exclusive to:

  • Estimating and tendering project enquiries and securing new orders working closely with all members of the sales team.
  • Evaluation and preparation of sales tenders in conjunction with other members of the sales team, internal and external. This will include but is not limited to: Container or Skid solutions, HV Switchgears (RMUs and HV Switches), Package Substations, LV Switchboards, PDUs Panelboards, Factory Witness Test, Installation and Commissioning
  • Liaison with potential new customers at enquiry stage
  • Close liaison with Engineering department oncer an order has been secured
  • Attend meetings as required, this could be either internally or at the customer offices or sites.
  • Responsibility for complying with the business management system within their level of activity.

Benefits include:

  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • BUPA Private Medical Care
  • Service-related Annual leave up to 24- 26 days, plus Bank Holidays
  • Holiday buy
  • Cycle to work
  • Death in service benefit
  • Company sick pay

Working hours:

Total Hours: 37.50

Monday to Thursday (start / finish time):

07:30 – 09:00 and 16:15 – 17:45

Friday (start / finish time):

07:30 – 08:30 and 12:00 – 13:00

Apply to:
Diane Bunting at dbunting@afswitchgear.co.uk 
Closing date: 7th November 2025.
 

Sales Estimating Engineer

We are looking for a Sales Estimating Engineer to join our Sales Department.

This role has fantastic career growth, with opportunities to progress and gain qualifications.

Reporting to the Sales Estimating Director the role will include, but is not exclusive to:

  • Estimating and tendering project enquiries and securing new orders working closely with all members of the sales team.
  • Evaluation and preparation of sales tenders in conjunction with other members of the sales team, internal and external. This will include but is not limited to: LV Switchboards, PDUs, Panel boards, Factory Witness Test, Installation and Commissioning
  • Liaison with potential new customers at enquiry stage
  • Close liaison with Engineering department oncer an order has been secured
  • Attend meetings as required, this could be either internally or at the customer offices or sites.
  • Responsibility for complying with the business management system within their level of activity.

Benefits include:

  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • BUPA Private Medical Care
  • Service-related Annual leave up to 24- 26 days, plus Bank Holidays
  • Holiday buy
  • Cycle to work
  • Death in service benefit
  • Company sick pay

Working hours:

Total Hours: 37.50

Monday to Thursday (start / finish time):

07:30 – 09:00 and 16:15 – 17:45

Friday (start / finish time):

07:30 – 08:30 and 12:00 – 13:00

Apply to:
Diane Bunting at dbunting@afswitchgear.co.uk 
Closing date: 7th November 2025.
 
Powering the next generation of Engineers

Powering the next generation of Engineers

 Powering the next generation of Engineers

⚡ Powering the next generation of engineers! ⚙️

⭐ We’re incredibly proud to officially launch the AF Switchgear Academy in partnership with Vision West Nottinghamshire College.

A huge thank you to everyone who made Monday’s launch such a success — from our colleagues and college partners to local employers, industry representatives, and all who attended. Your support means a lot. 🙌

This collaboration marks another exciting step in developing local engineering talent and creating real opportunities for the next generation to build their careers in the switchgear industry. ⚙️

We’re looking forward to welcoming more students through the Academy and helping shape the future of our sector — together. 🔩 🤝

 

Application process:

The Academy will be delivered in partnership with Vision West Nottinghamshire College therefore you MUST be a current full time student at the college to be eligible to apply for the academy course. 

The course involves:

  • A dedicated 5-day training programme.
  • Based around non-college days.
  • Course is college and site based, at our Facility.
  • Training is AF Switchgear certified.

In collaboration with Vision West Notts College the Training Academy offers a great opportunity to explore the opportunities available within the switchgear industry and to experience how AF Switchgear, the largest privately owned Switchgear manufacturer in the UK is embracing future challenges.

Please contact dbunting@afswitchgear.co.uk for an application form

Assembly Fitters

We are looking for Assembly Fitters to join our Production Department.

This role has fantastic career growth, with opportunities to progress and gain qualifications.

Reporting to the Production Managers the role will include, but is not exclusive to:

  • To adhere to the Works File/Job Pack information
  • To refer to and follow the Company Engineering assembly standards where appropriate
  • To remain on the job in a productive and efficient role. This will be monitored via agreed KPI’s and your personal performance regularly appraised.
  • To give guidance and support, where required to fellow team members and sub-contractors
  • To discuss opportunities to increase productivity with the Team Leader in charge.
  • To inform the Team Leader of any urgently required parts
  • To inform the Team Leader of any concerns regarding part/build/equipment
  • Responsibility for complying with and implementing the business management system within their area of activity.
  • To maintain production commitments it may be required to change an operative’s working hours onto a different shift, i.e. a late or night shift.
  • These will only be required in exceptional circumstances and notice will be given where possible. You will be expected to undertake this temporary shift change, if requested.
  • Housekeeping and the implementation of a 5S program is key to the success of the assembly process. You must ensure that your work area is kept tidy at all times and that any tools used when finished with or at the end of each day are returned to the shadow boards. You must where possible add value to the process by contributing to the continuous improvement ethos. This will be monitored via agreed KPI’s and subject to strict audits which will be undertaken at defined intervals.
  • Working closely with fellow team members, including the Team Leader and Works Supervisor to constantly strive for improvements leading to reduced lead times and quality improvements. To review Health, Safety and Environment impacts within the assembly area and the wider company of which your contribution is an essential part of the process.
  • To carry out any other assembly or production support tasks as required, within the post-holder’s capabilities.

Working hours:

Include Total hours 37.5 hours per week

Days (flexible start and finish time)

Monday to Thursday 07:30-08.30 start & 16.00-17.00 finish

Friday 07.30-08.30 start & 11:45-12.45 finish

Benefits:

  • This role has fantastic career growth, with opportunities to progress and gain qualifications.
  • 4.5 day working week – flexible start and finish times
  • Family owned, successful & growing company
  • Progressive pay scale
  • Generous overtime rates
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • BUPA Private Medical Care & 24/7 GP Access
  • 24 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays
  • Death in service benefit
  • Company Sick pay
  • Company Pension
 
Apply to:
Emma Ryan eryan@afswitchgear.co.uk
 
Closing date on-going due to growth of company. 
 

AF Academy Application

The AF Switchgear Academy aims to provide industry-leading training and will prepare students for a role in the design, manufacture and installation of low voltage switchgear and control panels.

The Academy will be delivered in partnership with Vision West Nottinghamshire College therefore you MUST be a current full time student at the college to be eligible to apply for the academy course. 

The course involves:

  • A dedicated 5-day training programme.
  • Based around non-college days.
  • Course is college and site based, at our Facility.
  • Training is AF Switchgear certified.

In collaboration with Vision West Notts College the Training Academy offers a great opportunity to explore the opportunities available within the switchgear industry and to experience how AF Switchgear, the largest privately owned Switchgear manufacturer in the UK is embracing future challenges.

How to Apply

Please follow this link to apply by filling out the online form:

From Apprentice to Full time Contracts

From Apprentice to Full time Contracts

 

From Apprentice to Full time Contracts

😊 We are proud to celebrate a fantastic milestone at AF Switchgear — three of our apprentices have now successfully completed their four-year apprenticeship and have been offered full-time contracts with us! 👏

Two will be continuing their careers as Electrical Fitters, and one will be joining our Site Services team as an Electrical Fitter.

This is a huge achievement and a real credit to their hard work, dedication, and the support of our training and mentoring teams.

We are incredibly proud of what they’ve accomplished and look forward to seeing their careers continue to grow and flourish here at AF Switchgear for many years to come. 🚀

Congratulations to all three — great work! 🎉

Careers Fair 2025 Ashfield District Council

Careers Fair 2025 Ashfield District Council

Careers Fair 2025 Ashfield District Council

We had a great day last week at the Ashfield District Council & Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Careers Fair at Kirkby Leisure Centre in Mansfield!

AF Switchgear were proud to be Gold Sponsors of the event — it was busy from start to finish. We spoke to plenty of students interested in future apprenticeships with us, as well as jobseekers keen to learn more about our current opportunities. 🧑🏼‍🎓

It’s always great to be out there representing the Switchgear industry and flying the flag as a local employer. 👥

Big thanks to everyone who stopped by our stand and to the organisers for a fantastic event! 👏🏼

Controls & Monitoring Estimating Engineer

We are looking for a Controls and Monitoring Estimating Engineer to join our Sales Department.

Reporting to the Sales Estimating Director the role will include, but is not exclusive to:

  • Review consultant / client technical specifications and drawings.
  • Identify the best engineering solutions.
  • List all the Hardware and licence requirements with cost.
  • Estimate all Engineering hours both on and off site for the duration of the project.
  • Liaise with our supply chain for lead times and cost.
  • Liaise with third party PLC Contractors for cost and availability.
  • Liaise with our internal EMS engineering team.
  • Write and present PMS/EMS/SCADA Tech Subs when required.
  • Assist with keeping the company estimate platform up to date with the latest PMS/EMS/SCADA Hardware/Engineering prices (training will be provided with the estimating platform and software use).
  • Attend any site or client meetings as and when required during the tender process.
  • Responsibility for complying with and implementing business management system within their area of activity.

     

    Working hours:

    Total Hours: 37.50

    Monday to Thursday (start / finish time):

    07:30 – 09:00 and 16:15 – 17:45

    Friday (start / finish time):

    07:30 – 08:30 and 12:00 – 13:00

    Essential Qualifications/Experience:

    Be proficient in PMS/EMS/PLC Controls using Schneider, Mitsubishi, Siemens etc.

    Have good communication skills both internal and with clients.

    Desirable But Not Essential:

    Have on site engineering experience, preferred but not essential.

Apply to:
Diane Bunting dbunting@afswitchgear.co.uk 
Closing date: 24th October 2025.
 

How to Apply

  1. Download and fill in the Application Form

 

2. Email your Application Form and CV dbunting@afswitchgear.co.uk