CRAFTSPERSON - AMBERGATE – ONSITE - £36,512 - £42,955

National Gas has an exciting and important role in achieving net zero and in leading a fair energy transition for the UK. We will do this by developing the green gas system of tomorrow, while delivering the natural gas needs of today.
National Gas Services is Britain’s trusted authority in pipeline repair, maintenance and intervention. With our extensive expertise in both emergency and planned solutions, we ensure rapid 24-hour responses, 365 days a year - along with a full range of maintenance, inspection and repair services.
Join us, and be the energy behind the change!

WHAT WE WANT

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Craftsperson to join our National Gas Services (NGS) team.
In this role, you will play a critical part in supporting the team by proactively contributing to broader initiatives and workloads that ensure our business objectives are met. This includes assisting NGS Technicians in preparing materials and equipment for transportation to job sites and supporting a range of specialist techniques to deliver safe and efficient outcomes for both internal and external customers.
You will be responsible for maintaining tools, equipment, and vehicles to ensure they are safe, properly tested, calibrated, and compliant with legislative requirements. Additionally, you will be expected to accurately record time worked, additional tasks performed, materials used, and hire charges, ensuring these are returned for recharge purposes.
As part of your role, you will also participate in the NGS Standby Rota, providing pipeline emergency repair services (CEME). Delivering maintenance tasks on schedule and to the highest standards is an essential part of this role, as is ensuring that all activities are conducted safely and in accordance with National Grid procedures.

ABOUT US

National Gas is leading a clean, reliable, and affordable energy future for everyone. Our skilled colleagues bring gas to 23m homes, and over 500,000 businesses, including heavy industries and power stations that keep Great Britain’s lights on. We fuel growth and innovation, whilst transitioning our network to hydrogen, to play our part in the journey to net zero.
At National Gas, we are committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve. We celebrate the different experiences our colleagues bring to our organisation, and strongly encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.

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To excel in this position, you must have relevant experience in operational maintenance or repair work within a mechanical engineering background. Practical experience with pressure systems above 7Bar would be highly advantageous.
A solid understanding of how Transmission or Distribution Networks operate, as well as pipeline and pressure system safety, is essential. Ideally, you will also have hands-on experience in one or more disciplines, such as under-pressure drilling, flow stopping, in-line service inspection, pipe fitting, pressure system inspections, or damage assessments.
You should be confident in using computerised systems for accessing critical information and inputting key data, such as working hours. A detailed understanding of applicable regulations and standards, along with a working knowledge of company procedures, is crucial for this role.
The position requires you to work onsite 5 days a week and involves frequent travel to various sites across the operational area, with regular overnight stays required. A full and valid UK driving license is essential for this role.
If you are a safety-conscious, mechanically skilled professional eager to contribute to essential operations, we encourage you to apply. Join us and become a key member of our team committed to maintaining and enhancing the safety and reliability of our pipeline systems.