Asset Integrity Engineer

Northern Gas Networks; Sunderland, Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gas distribution company is seeking an Asset Integrity Engineer to manage over 2,500 above-ground assets and ensure compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a technical field, experience in asset integrity, and strong problem-solving skills. This role offers a competitive salary up to £59,111, a car allowance, and additional benefits such as a bonus and flexible working policies.

Benefits

Up to 10% annual bonus

Car Allowance of £6500

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Occupational sick pay

Generous stakeholder pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Experience in asset integrity, engineering, or operational roles.
• Understanding of asset integrity, compliance, and risk management.
• Familiarity with legislative requirements including PSSR and PSR.

Responsibilities

• Assess and advise on legislative compliance queries and their impact.
• Manage and review engineering documentation.
• Support regulatory reporting and compliance processes.

Skills

Engineering policies and standards

Safety management systems

Core engineering principles

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Degree or Higher National Diploma in a technical or numerical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Salary up to £59,111 (depending on skills and experience) + Up to 10% Bonus

Car Allowance of £6500 per annum

Permanent, 40 Hours Per Week

Based at our offices in Thorpe Park, Leeds or Doxford Park, Sunderland

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an Asset Integrity Engineer to join Northern Gas Networks (NGN). As part of the Asset Integrity team, who are the custodians of all NGN’s assets, you will help manage over 2,500 above‑ground assets, including offtakes and district governors, as well as 37,000 km of pipelines, with 1,200 km operating at high pressure. This role offers real variety and responsibility, ensuring the integrity and safety of critical assets.

We are looking for candidates with strong knowledge of engineering policies and standards, safety management systems, and core engineering principles.

A full UK driving licence is a requirement for this role

In this role you will

• Act as the primary contact for compliance queries, assessing legislative changes and advising on their impact to NGN policies and activities
• Review, update, and maintain engineering documentation
• Manage compliance activities for Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (PSSR) and Pipeline Safety Regulations (PSR)
• Assess transmission asset condition and develop integrity management plans
• Identify and manage risks to ensure long‑term asset reliability
• Support HSE liaison for pipelines and above‑ground installations
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver integrity‑related projects
• Support the review of project design and construction records
• Support regulatory reporting, compliance processes, and represent NGN on external industry committees and working groups

We are looking for

• Degree or Higher National Diploma in a technical or numerical discipline (or working towards)
• Experience in asset integrity, engineering, or operational roles
• Knowledge of above and below‑ground transmission assets and gas network operations
• Understanding of asset integrity, compliance and risk management
• Familiarity with legislative requirements including PSSR and PSR
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (SAP experience is advantageous)
• SHEA gas passport, and SCO 1 & 2 (desirable but not essential)
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills, with strong attention to detail

Why join NGN?

• Salary up to £59,111 (depending on skills and experience) per annum
• Annual bonus of up to 10%, recognising your contribution and performance
• Car Allowance of £6500 per annum
• 25 days of annual leave, plus recognised bank holidays and 2 additional half‑days over the Christmas period
• Occupational sick pay available after the first 2 calendar days of statutory sick pay
• Generous stakeholder pension scheme, doubling your contribution, up to 10%
• Flexible benefits and salary sacrifice options, including discounts on UK attractions, gym memberships, restaurants, experience days, and more
• Family‑friendly policies, including up to 6 weeks of paternity leave and 6 months of full pay for maternity leave (for eligible employees), plus shared parental leave and more

About NGN

We deliver gas to 2.7 million homes and businesses across the North East, Northern Cumbria, and much of Yorkshire, through a network of over 37,000 km of underground pipes. Serving both major cities and rural communities, we are committed to safety, reliability, and innovation. Our values – Trailblazing, Empowered, Heartfelt, Community Focused, Intellectually Curious, and Happy – shape everything we do. We are proud to champion equality, diversity, and inclusion, and actively support initiatives alongside our Colleague Communities (LGBTQ/Women’s/Ethnic Minority/Parents & Carers/ Disability) to ensure we reflect and uplift the communities we serve.

Next Steps

Simply click ‘Apply’ and upload your CV, making sure to highlight how your skills and experience align with the role. We aim to contact all applicants within one week of the closing date, with interviews expected to take place at the mid‑December. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment Team at [e-mail].