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Sales Office Administrator

We are looking for a Sales Office Administrator in the Sales Department.

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

  • Responsibility for complying with the Q&E management system within their level of activity.
  • Log new enquiries as they arrive, either by post or via email.
  • Record details of new enquiries on to the estimating system.
  • Print all relevant documentation.
  • Create quote folder and place appropriate printed information into folder.
  • Act as general point of contact for the Sales/Estimating Office for enquirers that do not request a specific member of the team.
  • Take calls on behalf of colleagues who are either not at their desk or otherwise engaged.
  • Assist with updating the estimating system including amending the database when new supplier prices are received and or discount structure changes.
  • Prepare duplicate quotations already completed by an individual estimating engineer followed by the emailing process to the customers and the filing of copy quotations into the quotation folder.
  • Assist the remote sales team with their administrative tasks and ensure new information is communicated to them and all electronic file are up to date.

AF Group is an Equal Opportunities employer.

Apply to: Diane Bunting by Friday 26th July. 
dbunting@afswitchgear.co.uk 
 
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Sales Estimating Engineer

We are looking for a Sales Estimating Engineer in the Sales Department.

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

  • Evaluation and preparation of sales tenders in conjunction with other members of the sales team, internal and external.
  • Liaison with potential new customers at enquiry stage.
  • Compliance with the companies engineering standards and procedures when preparing Estimates and tenders for the Company’s products.
  • Liaison with customers at the order stage to ensure compliance with the Company’s credit control procedures.
  • Preparation of contract folders ready for handover to engineering and attend handover meetings.
  • Continue liaison with customers at the post enquiry stage and post order stage as necessary to maintain continuity and goodwill.
  • Close liaison with Engineering department to ensure conformity with the agreed build specification for our products and any works to be undertaken on site.
  • Liaise with the engineering team providing support as required regarding any cost variations to the contracts.
  • Assessment of new supply products and techniques in conjunction with other sales and engineering staff.
  • Attend meetings as required and requested either internally or at customer offices or sites.
  • If skilled in CAD and as workload demands assist with the Creation of Sales General Arrangement Layout drawings and single line Power schematics using AutoCAD working from sketches produced by yourself or other members of the Sales team.

AF Group is an Equal Opportunities employer.

Apply to: Diane Bunting by Friday 26th July. 
dbunting@afswitchgear.co.uk 
 
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Sales Office CAD Technician

We are looking for a Sales Office CAD Technician in the Sales Department.

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

  • Responsibility for complying with the Q&E management system within their level of activity.
  • Creation of Sales General Arrangement Layout drawings using AutoCAD working from sketches produced by our internal and external sales team.
  • Creation of Sales General Arrangement Layout drawings using AutoCAD working from customer drawings and specifications.
  • Following receipt of order for a project, Creation of Contract General Arrangement Layout drawings and Single line power schematics using AutoCAD working from our tenders and customer information.
  • Maintenance and upkeep of the CAD drawing blocks and templates including the creation of new drawings for modified and new products we may use in manufacture.
  • Attend meetings as required/requested.
  • Assist Sales department and clients with space planning exercises.

    AF Group is an Equal Opportunities employer.

Apply to: Diane Bunting by Friday 26th July. 
dbunting@afswitchgear.co.uk 
 
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Site Commissioning Engineer

We are looking for a Commissioning Engineer.

Reporting to the Head of Commissioning, the role will include, but is not exclusive to:

  • Carry out commissioning, SAT and IST as required
  • Carry out on site training
  • Visit sites to carry out site / switchgear surveys.
  • To be on call to attend site as part of the emergency call out agreements.
  • Provide technical support both on site and in the works
  • Allocate tasks to operatives
  • Remain on the job in a productive or supporting role.
  • Give guidance and support the team
  • Assist the team to correctly interpret drawings.
  • Inform the Engineering office of any urgently required parts, critical shortages and any concerns regarding parts/build/people/equipment.
  • Monitor and maintain cleanliness/tidiness in and around your working area.
  • Provide technical support, testing and training for all aspects of switchgear and control panels.
  • Responsible for complying with and implementing the Q&E management system within their area of activity.

  • Benefits:

    • Competitive salary
    • Bike to work scheme
    • On-site parking
    • BUPA
Apply to: Diane Bunting dbunting@afswitchgear.co.uk 
 

How to Apply

  1. Download and fill in the Application Form

 

Download

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

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Commissioning Manager

We are looking for a Commissioning Manager.

Reporting to the Head of Commissioning the role will include, but is not exclusive to:

  •     Lead and manage data centre type projects (travel required for the role ~ to be discussed at interview).
  •     Lead and manage the commissioning process. Supervision of on-site maintenance projects
  •     Commissioning of Switchgear without compromising quality, health, safety or the environment.
  •     Efficiently manage projects to maximise the profits of the Company.
  •     Supervision of sub-contractors to ensure their tasks are approve and controlled as required.
  •     Review and manage sub-contractor works making sure they are working in line with  company requirements.
  •     Monitor   changes   to   identify   and   tackle   new    risk   management challenges.
  •     Eliminate defects, unsafe acts/conditions and pollution by targeting “Zero Harm”.
  •     Conforming to, and always complying to reasonable directions and regulations of the  Company.
  •     Management of all day to day on site commissioning operations.
  •     Be aware of the quality, health, safety and environmental (QHSE) matters related to the works in hand and communicate and promote QHSE compliance requirements.
  •    Carry out toolbox talks and task briefings as required.
  •    Reporting commissioning progress on all activities both internally and externally.
  •    Report any delays or issues that may arise from the commissioning process.
  •    Attending commissioning meetings and reporting on progress.      
  •    Complete RAMS and ensure they’re communicated, understood, acknowledged and followed.
  •    Ensure Permit to Work systems are implemented effectively and correctly.
  •    Responsible for compiling testing and commissioning documentation including verifying and signing off all results.
  •    Monitor the correct completion of site activities.
  •    Ensure the safety and welfare of site operatives and other people who may be affected by the works in hand.
  •    Ensure PPE is use correctly and is in good condition.
  •    Ensure work equipment is used correctly and is in good working order. Report near misses and accidents.
  •    Reduce avoidable site revisits.
  •    Help improve operatives knowledge and training.      
  •    Highlight and report areas of concern.
  •    Liaising with clients.
  •    Work at AFS headquarters in Sutton-in-Ashfield as and when required.

You will be required to undertake and supervise all aspects of work related to commissioning works undertaken by the Company in accordance with the Company’s documented safe system of work, including also:

  •    Completing records and certificates for handover to clients.
  •    Carrying out witness testing and provide associated documentation as required.
  •    Providing progress reports as necessary as to project status.
  •    To efficiently supervise and control site works i hand to maximise the profits of the Company without compromising quality, health, safety and environmental requirements.
  •    To report directly to the Head of Commissioning.
  •    At all times, ad in all respects, comply with the proper and reasonable directions of the Company.
  •    Request customer feedback.
  •    Ensure weekly reports are sent to management

Hours:

  •  07:00 – 17:00 on site Monday to Friday with some weekends as required. Hours as required to complete the work.

Essential qualifications:

  •     NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Discipline.     SSSTS.
  •     Experience in LV Switchgear.

The successful candidate must have:

  •     Full UK Driving Licence Valid Passport

  • Benefits:

    • Competitive salary
    • Bike to work scheme
    • On-site parking
    • BUPA
Apply to: Diane Bunting dbunting@afswitchgear.co.uk 
 

How to Apply

  1. Download and fill in the Application Form

 

Download

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

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IT Support Technician

We are looking for an IT Support Technician to provide IT support within AF Group via the helpdesk system.

Reporting to the CSD Manager, the role will include but is not exclusive to:

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Providing support to internal users and being a point of contact for error reporting via an IT ticket system.
  • Provide support and troubleshooting for software, hardware, and network
  • Install, configure, and maintain computer systems and
  • Assist with the setup and configuration of mobile
  • Liaise with 3rd party
  • Ensuring electrical safety standards are
  • Ensure Cyber Security standards are
  • Collaborate with other IT team members to resolve complex technical issues.
  • Establishing good relationships with all departments and colleagues
  • Managing technical documentation
  • Responsibility for complying with and implementing the Q&E management system within their area of activity.
  • To assist where necessary with internal project work as assigned by the IT
  • Maintaining asset management

If you would like to be considered for this role, please contact email: dbunting@afswitchgear.co.uk

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Apprentice Electrical Panel Builder Production x10

Purpose of the Position:

This apprenticeship is in conjunction with West Notts College leading to a qualification in Electrical Panel Building.

This is a 4-year apprenticeship leading to Engineering Fitter Level 3 –Electrical Pathway, including: Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering.

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not exclusive to:

  • Learn how to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
  • Be trained on how to assemble a range of control panels.
  • Learn how to inspect and test components.
  • Learn how to maintain control panels, machines and equipment.
  • Learn about the wiring of panels and how to diagnose and rectify faults.
  • Gain a good understanding of the sector and the products and services supplied by AF Switchgear.
  • Attend college and produce work of a high standard.
  • Ensure full compliance with the company’s Business Management System within your area of responsibility.

Essential Qualifications / Experience :

  • Minimum GCSE Level 4 (Grade C) in Maths and English Language
  • Time management skills
  • Organisational skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Smart professional appearance
  • Self motivated and reliable
  • Confident with meeting / speaking to new people and conversing with ease
  • Genuine interest in the sector
  • Ability to overcome challenges and develop personal skills.

For more information on this apprenticeship please visit: 

Apprentice Electrical Panel Builder 

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Apprentice Welder / Metal Fabricator Level 3 Fabrication x3

Purpose of the Position:

To work in conjunction with West Notts College to attain a qualification in metal fabrication (development & knowledge)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Structure, properties and characteristics of common metals.

• Looking at typical problems which may arise.

• Approved diagnostic methods.

• Importance of using approved processes.

• How roles and functions in the organisation interact

• The need to continually review fabrication and general engineering processes in work place meetings.

• Tools and techniques for cutting, shaping, assembling and finishing materials.

• Pattern development processes, tooling and equipment and cutting and forming techniques,

tooling and equipment.

• Assembly, finishing and inspection techniques.

• Factors influencing selection of forming process and principles, procedures, and testing of different joint techniques.

• Using equipment associated with manual or mechanised joining techniques including

maintenance and consumables.

• Effects of heating and cooling metals.

• How to interpret relevant engineering data and documentation.

• Attend college and produce work of a high standard

• To adhere to the Job Pack information, including signing Job Pack forms.

• To refer to and follow the Company Personnel Instructions where appropriate.

• To remain on the job in a productive role.

• To assist the Works Supervisor, Lead Operative and mentors.

• To listen to the mentors and develop skills.

• To inform Works Supervisor, Lead Operative and mentors of any urgently required equipment.

• To inform Works Supervisor, Lead Operative and mentors of any concerns regarding parts/build/

people/equipment.

• To effectively maintain the tidiness, safety and cleanliness of the work areas.

• As required sign for the receipt of delivered goods, deliver goods to the required area, forward any signed paperwork to the Works Supervisor.

• Working closely with the FabricationsManufacturing Team, including Works Supervisor,

Lead Operatives, mentors other Works Operatives as well as Fabrication Contracts Engineer and the Engineering team.

Reporting to:

• Works Supervisor and Lead Operative and

Fabrication Engineering Manager

Essential Qualifications / Experience:

• Minimum GCSE Level 4 (Grade C) in Maths /English

• Good attention to detail

• Self motivated and reliable

• Genuine interest in this field of manufacturing

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply via the link below:

Apprentice Welder / Metal Fabricator Level 3

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Electrical Design Engineer

AF Switchgear are looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to take 100% ownership of
Electrical CAD, providing services to Engineering by ensuring efficient and effective
implementation and deployment of the Electrical CAD package as well as all previous drawings on AutoCAD, and delivering opportunities for continuous improvement.

The successful candidate will need to have excellent attention to detail skills and be experienced in Electrical CAD operating, in order to effectively manage the Electrical CAD aspect of contracts on behalf of the Engineering Team and ensure that there is a seamless harmony between design and drawing content. A good knowledge of electrical schematics and the ability to manage contract deadlines are key to this role.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities include, but are not exclusive to:

• Manage, control and ‘own’ the CAD aspect of given contracts.
• Produce and maintain standard master drawings both SSE Electrical CAD and
AutoCad.
• Work efficiently to manage the CAD aspect of projects for all the Engineering
Department.
• Give technical support to the Applications Engineers and clients where applicable.
• Work on behalf of the Engineer to efficiently produce all schematics on time.
• Ensure all General Arrangements (GA) are to the standard CAD library and the
ongoing development of the GA standards inclusive of development of dynamic blocks.
• Liaise with sales, fabrication and copper cell departments for development of standard
CAD GA drawings.
• Prepare and communicate weekly work schedules for effective workload management.
• Report to Senior Management team regarding workload.
• Reviewing technical documentation of contract systems to understand their functions.
• Prepare CAD drawings with efficient use of hardware to keep costs to a minimum.
• Support collaborative cross-team communication.
• Develop a library of documentation for standardisation of documentation.
• Recommend viable solutions to reduce costs as well as improve processes and
product quality.
• Develop the new software and implementation of all the additional applications to assist other departments when required.
If you would like to be considered for this role, please email dbunting@afswitchgear.co.uk

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After Paint Assembler ~ Day Shift and Night Shift

Our Fabrication Department oversee the design and manufacture of all the enclosures used by AF Switchgear. The established in-house design team are supported on the shop floor by state-of-the-art CNC Controlled Punch Machine and Powder Coating Paint Plant.

We are looking for a After Paint Assemblers to join the fabrication production team on the day shift and night shift. Reporting to the Works Supervisor and Lead Operative.

Key requirements of the role are:

  • Assembling of painted parts prior to despatch
  • To adhere to the Job Pack information, including signing Job Pack forms.
  • To refer to and follow the Company Engineering and Test Standards where appropriate.
  • To remain on the job in a productive role.
  • To assist the Works Supervisor and Lead Operative.
  • To give guidance and support to sub-contractors.
  • To discuss opportunities to increase productivity with the Works Supervisor and lead Operative.
  • To inform Works Supervisor and Lead Operative of any urgently required equipment.
  • To inform the Works Supervisor and Lead Operative of any concerns regarding parts/build/people/equipment.
  • To effectively maintain the tidiness, safety and cleanliness of the work areas.
  • As required sign for the receipt of delivered goods, deliver goods to the required area, forward any signed paperwork to the Works Supervisor

Benefits

  • Family owned, successful & growing company
  • Progressive pay scale
  • Great career opportunities
  • Generous overtime rates
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • BUPA Private Medical Care & 24/7 Babylon App
  • 24 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays
  • Death in service benefit
  • Company sick pay

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent.

Hours of work –

Day shift hours are Monday to Friday 08:00 to 16:30.

A dedicated late shift providing cover from 16:30 to 02:30 Monday to Thursday.

Successful applicants will be trained in line with AF Fabrications processes and procedures before commencing the late shift. During the training period, hours of work will be 08:00 – 16:30 Monday to Thursday and 08:00 – 16:00 Friday.

Pay: Up to £14.19 per hour. 

Night shift is £14.19 per hour plus 1.33 x shift premium (up to £18.87)

No further agencies please.

How to Apply

  1. Download and fill in the Application Form

 

Download

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