Lead Gas Engineer PC&S

Cadent Gas Ltd; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gas infrastructure company is seeking a Pressure Control and Storage Engineer in King's Lynn. This hands-on role involves maintaining high-pressure systems, ensuring safety and reliability across the gas network. Candidates should have a mechanical background, relevant qualifications, and a full UK driving license. This position offers diverse responsibilities and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in pipeline maintenance or plant operations.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems.
• Full UK driving license essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and protect high-pressure pipelines.
• Respond to system alerts and carry out maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical expertise

Problem-solving skills

Safety-conscious

Adaptability

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Cadent Gas Ltd
Keep the energy flowing – protect and maintain the infrastructure that powers the nation

As a Pressure Control and Storage Engineer in our Energy Operations team, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining and protecting the infrastructure that keeps gas flowing safely and reliably across our network. This isn’t just about fixing faults – it’s about being a trusted guardian of our high-pressure pipelines and associated assets.

You’ll work across Kings Lynn and surrounding areas, carrying out hands-on maintenance, responding to system alerts, and advising third parties on how to work safely around our infrastructure. You’ll also play a key role in inspections, condition monitoring and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and supportive team where your mechanical expertise and problem-solving skills will be valued every day. You’ll be empowered to work independently, contribute to a multi-skilled team, and help us deliver a safe, secure and efficient gas network.

What you’ll love about this role

This is a hands-on, high-impact role where you’ll make a real difference to the safety and reliability of our network.

• Technical Challenge – Work on high-pressure systems (up to 85 bar) and carry out essential maintenance on critical infrastructure.
• Operational Variety – No two days are the same, from fault response to asset protection and condition monitoring.
• Community Impact – Help keep homes and businesses supplied with safe, reliable energy.
• Team Collaboration – Be part of a supportive, multi-skilled team that values your input and expertise.
• Career Development – Grow your skills and experience in a complex, rewarding environment with opportunities to progress.

What you’ll bring

You’re a practical, safety-conscious engineer with a strong mechanical background and a passion for doing things right.

• Industry Experience – Hands-on experience in pipeline maintenance, plant operations or a related field such as, oil/gas industry or other utilities.
• Technical Skills – A solid understanding of mechanical systems and maintenance practices.
• Qualifications – Ideally, a mechanical or engineering maintenance qualification such as NVQ Level 2 or equivalent.
• Adaptability – Willingness to work flexibly (around 40 hours per week) and be on standby when required.
• Driving Licence – A full UK driving licence is essential due to the mobile nature of the role.

If you’re ready to take on a role where your skills protect vital infrastructure and support communities across the UK, we’d love to hear from you.

Please Note: that this position will close on Sunday 12th October, with interviews scheduled to commence on Monday 20th October. Disclaimer: While the closing date is set as mentioned, we reserve the right to close the application process earlier if necessary, depending on the unique circumstances of each role.