Lead Gas Engineer

at  Cadent Gas

At Cadent we’re excited to be part of the future of UK energy! We’ve got a clear roadmap that will drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050.
We’re making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together we’re shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers whom we put at the heart of everything we do.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

We’re looking for people who act with pride, purpose and ownership to join us, along with:

• At least 3-5 years of proven and demonstrable experience of working in plant protection
• Knowledge of pipeline maintenance, plant protection techniques
• Strong communication and customer engagement experience
• Hold a full valid UK driving licence
• Are willing to work flexible hours
• Are willing to work on standby

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Colleagues working within Cadent’s Pipeline and Plant Protection process are responsible for the operation and maintenance of our pipelines and associated above ground assets including but not limited to mechanical operations, plant protection, and condition monitoring.
Customer engagement is important with a requirement to confidently communicate to various stakeholders both internally and externally to ensure our assets remain safe and secure.
Demonstrating flexibility Operatives work with minimal supervision but as part of a multi-faceted team of professionals - having a keen eye for detail they ensure that safe working is maintained within the vicinity of our gas network and that all maintenance and records are up to date and accurate. This is a complex environment where it is key to ensure that Health, Safety and Environmental procedures are followed.

Your day to day duties will include (but not be limited to):

• Attend and advise 3rd party companies on works and their impact on our Cadent’ assets
• Supervise excavations that are in close proximity to Cadent’s assets
• Carry out pipeline inspections and maintenance in line with the company policies and procedures
• Respond to sightings of works that are in proximity of Cadent pipelines
• Carry out condition monitoring of the pipeline and other assets

We’re looking for people who act with pride, purpose and ownership to join us, along with:

• At least 3-5 years of proven and demonstrable experience of working in plant protection
• Knowledge of pipeline maintenance, plant protection techniques
• Strong communication and customer engagement experience
• Hold a full valid UK driving licence
• Are willing to work flexible hours
• Are willing to work on standb

Here at Cadent, we are committed to supporting our employees to get the best out of themselves. For this role in particular we can offer:

• Funding and support towards completing qualifications
• Ample opportunity for progression within the business
• Mentoring and guidance opportunitie