Lead Gas Engineer - PC&S

Cadent Gas Ltd Protect the high‑pressure assets that keep our gas network running.

As a Lead Gas Engineer within the Pressure Control & Storage team, you\’ll play a vital role in safeguarding the infrastructure that keeps gas flowing safely and reliably across our network. This isn\’t just about fixing faults, it\’s about being a trusted guardian of our high‑pressure pipelines, pressure control installations and critical assets.

Working across a wide geographical area, you\’ll carry out hands‑on maintenance, respond to system alerts, conduct inspections and advise third parties on how to work safely around our network. You\’ll use your technical expertise to identify issues, keep our assets operating reliably and ensure full compliance with safety and regulatory standards. You\’ll also support a multi‑skilled team, helping build capability and resilience across the function.

It\’s an exciting opportunity to step into a technically challenging and varied role where you\’ll independently manage your workload while playing a critical part in protecting the resilience of Cadent\’s network.

Why You\’ll Love This Role

• Hands‑On Maintenance – Carry out essential maintenance on pressure regulating installations (up to 85 bar) to keep our network operating safely.
• Fault Response – Respond to system alerts, diagnose issues and restore normal operation quickly and safely.
• Protecting the Network – Provide expert advice to third parties, oversee excavations near Cadent assets and ensure safe working practices.
• Pipeline Safety & Compliance – Perform inspections, condition monitoring and maintenance to ensure assets remain compliant and reliable.
• Team & Skill Development – Contribute to building a multi‑skilled team and support broader operational capability.
• Varied, Meaningful Work – Take responsibility for tasks that directly protect public safety and ensure continuity of supply.

What You\’ll Bring

• Experience in pipeline maintenance, plant operations or similar mechanical/engineering environments.
• Mechanical or engineering maintenance qualification (NVQ Level 2 or equivalent desirable).
• Strong understanding of mechanical operations and asset maintenance.
• Ability to work flexibly, including standby as required.
• Confidence working independently across a wide geographical area.
• Full UK driving licence (essential).

Disclaimer: While the closing date is set as mentioned, we reserve the right to close the application process earlier if necessary, depending on the unique circumstances of each role.

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