Trainee Burner

Who We Are

Sheffield Forge masters is an iconic steel production and engineering company, a global leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering world‑class steel forgings and castings.

After being acquired by the UK Ministry of Defence in 2021, the company has become a critical supplier to the next generation of UK defence programmes. Over the next 10 years the plant and equipment will be modernised, creating new opportunities for the business and its employees.

We are looking for a Heat Treatment Operative to operate heat‑treatment equipment and produce hardened steel rolls.

As a trainee burner in the foundry frontend, you will report directly to the Foundry Shift Manager and clean/burn all scrap off of castings – including feeder heads, padding and runner systems. You will clean castings with a pecker, prepare them for burning, and use oxy‑propane burners, burning guns and oxy‑lances. Lancing ladles will be opened when casting.

• Pecker driving
• Pendant crane driving
• Working at height
• Safe use of a burning gun
• Safe use of an oxy lance
• Assist in slinging castings ready to be set up for burning
• General casting duties
• Work safely at all times

For internal applicants training will be provided. The following skills, knowledge and experience are required:

• Maintain a high level of health and safety for yourself and others
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and unsociable hours when necessary

Normal working hours will be 40 per week, including paid breaks.

• Long‑established local employer with a strong regional reputation
• Over £400m large‑scale investment programme on site
• Competitive salary
• 33 days annual leave (includes public holidays)
• Free onsite parking
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Pension and Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• On‑site Occupational Health provision
• Discounted Westfield Health Plan Scheme
• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme

  For additional information or if you would like to discuss the role, please email  Alternatively, if this sounds like the role for you, please review the full job description attached and apply now!