A unique place to grow your career

At Sellafield Ltd, we are harnessing our expertise; bringing together world-class skills and innovative technology to solve complex nuclear, infrastructure, and engineering challenges. By joining Sellafield Ltd, you join an amazing team of people, from all walks of life, where you can thrive in a connected, considerate culture of innovation, collaboration, and community; and play a significant part in
the UK’s sustainable nuclear future.

About the role

Role Purpose:
To provide effective line management to the Engineering Test Team responsible for the Electrical Distribution Network, ensuring all activities are undertaken in accordance with internal processes and procedures, including SLSP 1.06.63.01 ‘Verification, Testing & Commissioning of Electrical Distribution Equipment’ and its supporting arrangements.

Authorities:
• Review, assess, and approve Technical Queries and fault observations.
• Authorise the use of temporary commissioning aids in line with relevant procedures and controls.
• Authorise the commencement and cessation of work activities within the defined scope.

Key responsibilities

The Electrical Distribution Test Team Manager is accountable to the Distribution Network Commissioning Manager for:
• Leading, coaching and managing the resources of the Electrical Distribution Test Team in support of the Sellafield Ltd (SL) Electrical Distribution Network. Ensuring high standards, deployability and training are all complete and in date.
• Supporting the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives within the Engineering function.
• Promoting site standards and expectations regarding safe working behaviours across the Electrical Distribution Test Team.
• Ensuring all duties are carried out in full compliance with the relevant Engineering Standards and procedures (SLM 1.06.63, SLSP 1.06.63.01, and associated SLFs).
• Overseeing the handover of project plant and equipment in accordance with functional and handover requirements defined within SL processes and procedures (SLSP 1.06.63.02).
• Providing configuration management oversight for designated projects and/or equipment.
• Acting as the interface between Project Delivery and Operations to ensure effective coordination and communication.
• Delivering training and support to Operations and Engineering AP(e) personnel.
• Providing technical support and training relating to the testing, commissioning, and operation of the Electrical Distribution Network.
• Acting as Operations Client for projects that impact the Electrical Distribution Network.
• Ensuring the Electrical Distribution Test Team Member role is assigned only to individuals who have demonstrated the required qualifications, experience, professional accreditation, and behavioural competencies as defined in MG0147 and MG0206.
• Deliver the assigned work scope in accordance with the agreed strategy and schedule, ensuring efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor testing progress and performance, identifying issues and implementing appropriate corrective actions where required.
• Manage day‑to‑day engagement with relevant personnel to secure necessary permissions and minimise impacts on project activities.
• Review and assess commissioning test results to verify compliance with technical, safety, and quality requirements.
• Ensure that inputs to related project processes—such as design, HAZOP, risk management, contract development, estimating, and knowledge management—are provided accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assessing and verifying the competence of Electrical Distribution Test Team members to ensure they meet required standards.

Your Skills and Qualifications

Knowledge & Experience:
• Higher‑level qualification in electrical engineering or relevant experience.
• Previous SQEP status under SR1531/32/33 or SR0007 as a Nominated or Authorised Person (Electrical), or an equivalent accreditation.
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience of the Sellafield Electrical Distribution Network, or a comparable complex electrical infrastructure.
• Proven understanding and practical experience of electrical protection systems and interlocking schemes.
• Prior experience working with electrical distribution equipment across HV and/or LV systems.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety principles, regulations, and operational risks. • Understanding of Sellafield Ltd testing arrangements under SLM 1.06.63, or experience with equivalent testing and commissioning frameworks.

Essential Skills:
• Higher‑level qualification in an electrical engineering discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of electrical safety principles and their practical application.
• Detailed understanding of the 2200 Series Engineering Standards, or an equivalent engineering standards framework.
• Working knowledge of the requirements and intent of BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations).
• Understanding of project lifecycle stages, their associated requirements, and how to apply and enforce engineering standards throughout.
• Strong awareness of safety considerations and hazards associated with High Voltage (HV) distribution systems.
• Ability to communicate technical engineering issues clearly and appropriately to a wide range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated capability in diagnosing and resolving electrical engineering problems.

Desirable Skills:
• Proven experience in leading and managing a team of maintainers and/or engineers within an operational or project environment.
• Current or previous authorisation as a Nominated Person (SR1531/32/33) or Authorised Person (SR0007), or equivalent industry‑recognised authorisation.
• Detailed knowledge and practical understanding of High Voltage (HV) switching operations and associated safety controls.
• Demonstrable experience in electrical testing and commissioning methodologies, practices, and standards.
• Holder of APM/PMQ or an equivalent project management qualification.
• Recognised as SQEP in the role of PMP Manager.
• Extensive knowledge of SLSP 1.06.63.01 – Verification, Testing & Commissioning of Electrical Distribution Equipment, or an equivalent suite of testing and commissioning arrangements.

Why us?

At Sellafield Ltd, we are committed to supporting our employees in fulfilling their potential. With having 100 years of work in front of us, we offer comprehensive training and development opportunities, enabling you to feel inspired in your role. Whatever area you join us in, you’ll find a genuinely exciting and rewarding career.

Making sure our employees feel supported is important to us. Therefore, to help you get the most out of life in and outside of work, we also offer a range of employee benefits:
• You will benefit from an annual bonus of up to 10% – 15%, made up of company and personal performance
• An attractive defined contribution pension scheme – the company will match up to 13.5% for a 7% employee contribution!
• 30 days annual leave + bank holidays. Plus, the ability to purchase an extra 2.5 days per year.
• The ability to carry over 10 days annual leave each financial year
• Paid Sick Leave
• Family Friendly Policies – Visit our Rewards & Benefits page to read more
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Lifestyle Benefits sasra.co.uk
• Learning & Development Opportunities https://careers.sellafieldsite.co.uk/work-with-us/learning-and-development/
• Reward & Recognition Policies
• Welfare & Employee Assistance Programme
• Free Aviva Health App & Annual Health Check
• MyDiscounts – Employee Savings & Discounts
• MyBenefits – A Charity Giving Scheme
• Many, many more! Click this link to visit our Rewards & Benefits page: https://careers.sellafieldsite.co.uk/work-with-us/rewards-and-benefits/

Sellafield Ltd is a unique place to grow your career, offering a remarkable blend of role variety, job security, personal growth, professional development, and truly significant work. This is your opportunity to tackle some of the biggest challenges in the nuclear, infrastructural and engineering worlds and create a clean and safe environment for generations to come. Explore Sellafield Ltd today.

Additional Information

• The closing date for this vacancy is Sunday 8th March 2026.

• In the event of a high number of responses to any advert, Sellafield Ltd reserves the right to close the advert early. Once closed, the advert will be removed from our website. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

• As part of the application process you will be asked to provide evidence of your qualifications. Attaching them at application stage will ensure a smooth process and prevent delays.

• Higher‑level qualification in an electrical engineering discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.

• Please regularly check your Spam/Junk folders for news about this vacancy, correspondence could contain invitations to interview and other important updates.

• Sellafield Ltd are recognised as a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3). Disability Confident employers offer an interview to disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. Sellafield Ltd define the minimum criteria as the ‘essential skills’ which are listed on the vacancy notice. Whilst completing your application form, you will be able to indicate if you wish to be considered under the disability confident scheme. If you would prefer to discuss this directly with us, please contact the GBS Recruitment team on recruitment@sellafieldcloud.co.uk

• Please be aware that this role is subject to achieving security clearance. This role requires higher level of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 or 10 years of continuous residency in the UK. Factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the level of clearance you’re able to achieve.