Authorising Engineer

Medirest Signature; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a qualified Authorising Engineer to ensure compliance with safety regulations in their operations. This role involves reviewing engineering work, authorising documentation, and advising on safety practices. The ideal candidate should have extensive gas engineering experience and competency as a Registered SCO. The position offers competitive salary and benefits including a pension scheme, holiday days, and a commitment to diversity.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Pension Scheme matched up to 18% of salary

25 days holiday plus statutory days

Career development with funded learning options

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Registered SCO 2 / 5 /4 Competent Person and Authorising Engineer competencies.
• Experience in conducting inspections and authorisation processes.
• Comprehensive knowledge of safety legislation and policies.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing Non-Routine Operation documentation and works.
• Monitoring and verifying engineering and technical standards.
• Advising on compliance with relevant safety regulations.

Skills

Gas engineering experience

Knowledge of safety techniques

Education

Registered SCO 2/5/4 Competent Person

Job description

Job Purpose

The role holder will be expected to review, inspect, advise and authorise engineering work to ensure compliance with required regulations and standards. The role holder will be critical in supporting the delivery of both our repair and replacement works.

Key Responsibilities

• Reviewing Non-Routine Operation (NRO) documentation and works undertaken; assess for alignment withEngineering Policy and relevant Standards
• Authorising work in line with procedures and complete documentation
• Ensuring compliance with Pressure System Safety Regulations (PSSR), Pipeline Safety Regulations (PSR),Electricity at Work Regulations (EWR), Control of Major Accidents and Hazards (COMAH) and gas qualityaspects of the Gas Safety (Management) Regulations (GS(M)R)
• Carrying out investigations, technical inspections and reviews to ensure operations undertaken are safe andefficient
• Advising on remedial or corrective works required and ensure the Delivery Partner is fully familiar with requiredactions
• Managing procedures for safely managing engineering additions, changes, modifications and repairs to thenetwork plant (mechanical, electrical and instrumentation)
• Carrying out the role of Authorising Engineer as described in Safe Control of Operations (SCO)
• Monitoring and verifying engineering and technical standards operated by Delivery Partners
• Advising on new / changes to Engineering Policy to ensure these are practicable
• Ensuring engineering issues are identified as part of review processes and addressed / resolved accordingly
• Providing Safe Control of Operations (SCO) delivery controls for Non-Routine Operations (NROs)
• Responsible for the Health, Safety and Environmental issues pertaining to direct reports including SafeControl of Operations, Permits and maintenance of ISO14001, PAS55, etc
• Providing engineering expertise and advice, as required

Skills and Experience

• Registered SCO 2 / 5 /4 Competent Person and Authorising Engineer competencies and experience ofadministering each
• Extensive gas engineering experience
• Experience in conducting inspections, initiating preventative action and authorisation processes
• Comprehensive knowledge of safety techniques
• Thorough knowledge of appropriate legislation, policy and procedures
• Sound understanding of Cadent's engineering operations
• Sound understanding of codes of practice, engineering instructions, safety and statutory regulation

At Cadent, we're thrilled to be part of the future of UK energy!

We have a clear roadmap to 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.

What's In It for You

Here at Cadent, we recognise that our people are truly unsung heroes. Quietly confident, delivering every day - that's why we're committed to supporting our people to get the best out of themselves. For this role, we offer:

• Annual bonus
• Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary
• 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
• An extra day off each year to celebrate life's special moments
• Career development with funded learning options
• Flexible working and strong ED&I commitments
• Generous family policies and flexible benefits
• Retail discounts, gym access, and more

We support a healthy work-life balance and are open to flexible working options.

Diversity and Inclusion

Don't meet every requirement? No problem! If you're excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application - you may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.

We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer. Our employee communities - Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability), the Cadent Military Community, the Grief Awareness Community, and the Men's Engagement Network (M.E.N) - can't wait to welcome you!

Circle Back Initiative

As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we ensure all candidates receive a response to their application.

What's next?

To be considered for this role, please submit your application with an up-to-date CV and our Talent Acquisition team will get in touch soon. To learn more about Cadent, visit our website at Home - Cadent Gas Ltd

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