Authorising Engineer

Cadent; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent energy company in the UK is seeking an experienced engineering professional to oversee compliance with safety regulations and authorise engineering work. This position involves technical inspections, advising on safety compliance, and ensuring operational standards are met. Successful candidates will possess extensive gas engineering experience and a solid understanding of applicable legislation.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Pension Scheme double matched up to 18% of salary

25 days holiday, plus statutory days

Extra day off for life events

Career development with funded learning options

Flexible working options

Generous family policies

Retail discounts and gym access

Qualifications

• Registered SCO 2 / 5 / 4 Competent Person and Authorising Engineer competencies.
• Experience in conducting inspections, initiating preventative actions.
• Thorough knowledge of relevant regulations and engineering standards.

Responsibilities

• Review and authorise engineering work for compliance with safety regulations.
• Carry out technical inspections to ensure safe operations.
• Advise on remedial works and ensure familiarity with required actions by partners.

Skills

Extensive gas engineering experience

Knowledge of safety techniques

Understanding of compliance legislation

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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