Lead Gas Engineer - Pipelines

Cadent Foundation; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension Scheme double matched up to 18

25 days holiday + statutory days + buy

Funded learning options

Flexible working and ED&I commitments

Generous family policies

Retail discounts, gym access, and more

Job summary

Cadent is hiring a Lead Gas Engineer - Pipelines to maintain and protect the high‑pressure gas network across the East Midlands. You will perform hands‑on maintenance, respond to system alerts, and guide third parties on safe working around the infrastructure.

The role requires mechanical expertise, NVQ Level 2 or equivalent, and flexibility for a 40-hour week with on‑call duties. A full UK driving licence is essential to cover the mobile site base.

Qualifications

• Industry Experience – Hands-on experience in pipeline maintenance, plant operations or a related field.
• 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 (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.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and protect high‑pressure gas pipelines and assets across a wide geographical area.
• Carry out hands‑on maintenance and respond to system alerts.
• Advise third parties on safe working around the infrastructure; inspections and condition monitoring.

Skills

Industry Experience

Technical Skills

Adaptability

Driving Licence

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Title: Lead Gas Engineer - Pipelines
Location: East Midlands
Advertised Salary: £34,086 rising to £37,872 once training completed
Job Function: Operations
Working Hours: 40
Location Type: Depot Based
Contract Type: Permanent
Req ID: 3025
Posting End Date: September 21st

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

As a Pipeline Gas 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 a wide geographical area, 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.

Why you’ll love this role

• 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

• Industry Experience – Hands‑on experience in pipeline maintenance, plant operations or a related field.
• 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 (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.

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.

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

• 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
• 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!

As a proud Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process and we will ensure that support is provided.

What’s next?

Be part of something big. Help shape the future of gas for generations to come.