Lead Gas Engineer FCO

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.
As a Lead Gas Engineer in our Emergency Response Team, you’ll mainly work on your own and be the first one on the scene at our customers’ homes, responding to reported gas escapes or carbon monoxide activated alarms. You’ll deal directly with our customers and the emergency services, which could include working shifts & unsociable hours.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

No two days will be the same, and we operate throughout the entire year to ensure we are meeting the needs to those who rely on us the most…. our Customers. To operate at our best, we look to employ the best, so we would love to hear from you if you have:

• CCN1, CESP1 or CMA1 (Mandatory to carry out this role. We will ask for your certificates at interview stage)
• Previous experience working within a gas environment
• A good knowledge and experience of gas appliances; testing, purging and the commissioning of pipework
• The ability to engage with the public to ensure that our customers are always looked after and kept safe
• An understanding of Standards, Legislation, Codes of Practice and Health and Safety
• The ability to solve technical issues and think on your feet
• A full UK driving licence

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

You’ll monitor gas readings on programmed escapes and perform medium rise, high rise and gas safety regulation surveys. In addition, you’ll fit cooker safety valves, purge and relights and much more.

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