Lead Gas Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as part of the Emergency Response Team, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring safety for our customers. This diverse position involves responding to emergencies, installing and maintaining gas meters, and conducting safety surveys. We value empathy and quick thinking, making this an ideal opportunity for those passionate about helping others. With a competitive salary and a commitment to your professional development, this role offers a chance to grow within a supportive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold CCN1 or CMA1 qualification.
• Experience in gas environments and knowledge of gas appliances is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Be the first on the scene for customers worried about gas escapes.
• Coordinate with emergency services and conduct safety surveys.

Skills

Communication Skills

Calm Under Pressure

Empathy

Gas Safety Knowledge

Education

CCN1 or CMA1 Qualification

MET1 Qualification

Tools

Gas Meters

Safety Valves

Job description

Key Responsibilities

As part of our Emergency Response Team, you’ll be the first on the scene at customers’ homes, serving as the face of our brand for those worried about potential gas escapes or carbon monoxide alarms.

You may need to coordinate with emergency services on behalf of our customers, playing a vital role in protecting lives. Our customers may be vulnerable, elderly, or seeking assistance. Your empathy, pride in caring for people, and commitment to safety are essential qualities.

This role is diverse, involving installation, replacement, and maintenance of gas meters for residential and commercial clients, conducting high-rise and gas safety regulation surveys, and fitting cooker safety valves.

Experience and Qualifications

Excellent communication skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure are required. Candidates must hold a CCN1 or CMA1 qualification; a MET1 qualification is advantageous but not mandatory. Experience in a gas environment, including knowledge of gas appliances, testing, purging, and pipework commissioning, is necessary.

An understanding of relevant Standards, Legislation, Codes of Practice, and Health and Safety protocols is important. A full UK driving license is also required. We value pride, purpose, quick thinking, and ownership, which align with our team culture.

If you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. We support your learning and development through our internal programs and resources to help you grow at Cadent.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Network Plus is committed to equal opportunity and celebrates diversity, ensuring no discrimination based on race, religion, color, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran or disability status, or any other protected characteristic.

We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors, and military spouses/partners.

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Network Plus is an award-winning provider of utility and infrastructure services across the UK, including gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater.

We value diverse experiences and perspectives, fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and can thrive, regardless of background, identity, or circumstances.