Gas Network Field Response Engineer – Standby Shifts

Northern Gas Networks; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary from £46,053 per annum

Operational Incentive Scheme

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme with employer matching

Job summary

Northern Gas Networks is hiring an Operational Response Engineer to join the front line of our gas network, based at Burradon Depot. You will be the first point of contact for gas incidents, delivering a safe, customer‑focussed service year‑round.

You will coordinate maintenance across the network, perform complex mains work, respond to emergencies, and support the team with training and technical guidance while working a 7‑day shift pattern including standby and occasional nights.

Qualifications

• Successful candidate will hold CCN1/CESP1 or CMA1 qualification and be Gas Safe registered.
• Must be a self-motivated, safety‑conscious individual who delivers outstanding customer service.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with colleagues and the public.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver operational and maintenance activities across the gas network.
• Install, connect, disconnect, commission, decommission and maintain gas mains, services and equipment.
• Respond to gas emergencies, undertake standby duties, and perform testing, fault finding and diagnostics.

Skills

Safety-first mindset

Strong communication

Customer service

Shift work availability

Education

CCN1/CESP1 or CMA1 qualification

Gas Safe registration

Job description

Northern Gas Networks is hiring an Operational Response Engineer to join the front line of our gas network, based at Burradon Depot. You will be the first point of contact for gas incidents, delivering a safe, customer‑focussed service year‑round.

You will coordinate maintenance across the network, perform complex mains work, respond to emergencies, and support the team with training and technical guidance while working a 7‑day shift pattern including standby and occasional nights.