Job Description

Who We Are

Sheffield Forgemasters is an iconic steel production and engineering company. A global leader in the designing, manufacturing and delivering of world-class steel forgings and castings.



It is a great time to join Forgemasters, as the business goes through an ongoing period of growth and modernisation after being acquired by the UK Ministry of Defence In 2021. The acquisition has secured our role as a critical supplier to the next generation of UK defence programmes. As part of this programme of work our plant and equipment will be modernised over the next 10 years, creating new opportunities for the business and our colleagues.



Based at our 64 acre site, sitting in the heart of Sheffield, we are looking for a CNC Machinist. This role will involve operating manual and CNC machines.

Role Responsibilities

Operating and programming CNC machine tools.


Working to complex engineering drawings.


Machining large steel castings and forgings.


Slinging and crane driving, manoeuvring large components to facilitate machining operations.


Use of Continuous Improvement tools such as 6S to maintain standards.

About You

The following relevant skills, knowledge and experience are required.



Experience in using both manual and CNC machines.


Extensive experience in Turning, multi-skilled in milling, turning and boring is an advantage.


Ability to read and understand complex engineering drawings.


Ability to write and understand CNC programs.


Experience of crane driving and slinging is highly desirable.

Days/Hours of Work

37.5 hours per week: Mornings - 6am - 1:20pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, 6am - 2:50pm Wednesdays. Afternoons - 1pm - 8:20pm Mon -Thursday, 1pm -10pm Fridays. Nights 8pm - 6:20am Monday - Thursday

Reasons to work at Sheffield Forgemasters

We are a long-established local employer, with a strong reputation in the region.


Over 400m large-scale and long-term investment programme in state-of-the-art new facilities and modernisation on site.


Competitive Salary


33 days annual leave (includes public holidays).


Easily accessible location with free onsite parking.


Pension and Life Assurance Scheme.


Employee Assistance Programme.


On site Occupational Health provision providing Health Screening and advice on well-being.


Discounted Westfield Health Plan Scheme.


Occupational Sick Pay Scheme.


Long service award scheme.


You at Work - Access to online discounts portal.


A bronze accredited participant in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, supporting ex-military and reservists in employment.

For additional information or if you would like to discuss the role, please email

Recruitment@sfel.com

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Alternatively, if this sounds like the role for you, please review the full job description attached and apply now!

The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country.