Lead Pipeline Gas Engineer – High-Pressure Network

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

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.