Lead Gas Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Kettering; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated Emergency Response Team, where you will be the first point of contact for customers facing gas emergencies. This role requires empathy and a strong commitment to safety, as you will install and maintain gas meters, conduct safety surveys, and work closely with emergency services. The company values quick thinking and ownership, providing a supportive environment for personal and professional growth. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in a dynamic team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have CCN1 or CMA1 qualification; MET1 is beneficial.
• Experience in a gas environment and knowledge of gas appliances are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Installation, replacement, and maintenance of gas meters for customers.
• Conducting high-rise and safety surveys, and fitting cooker safety valves.

Skills

Communication Skills

Calm Under Pressure

Gas Environment Experience

Knowledge of Gas Appliances

Health and Safety Standards Understanding

Education

CCN1 Qualification

CMA1 Qualification

MET1 Qualification

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Description

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

Key Responsibilities

You may deal with emergency services on behalf of our customers, protecting lives. The role involves empathy and pride in caring for people and ensuring their safety in their homes. Responsibilities include installation, replacement, and maintenance of gas meters for both residential and commercial customers, conducting high-rise and safety surveys, and fitting cooker safety valves.

Experience and Qualifications

Excellent communication skills and ability to stay calm under pressure are essential. Candidates must have a CCN1 or CMA1 qualification; a MET1 qualification is beneficial but not required. Experience in a gas environment, knowledge of gas appliances, testing, purging, and pipework commissioning are necessary. Understanding of standards, legislation, and health and safety is important, along with a full UK driving license. We value pride, purpose, quick thinking, and ownership.

If you don’t meet all requirements, we still encourage you to apply. We support learning and development through our programs and tools to help you grow at Cadent.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package.

Network Plus is an Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrating diversity and inclusivity, and welcomes applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors, and military spouses/partners.

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About Network Plus

Network Plus is an award-winning provider of utility and infrastructure services across the UK, valuing diversity and fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive regardless of background or circumstances.