Mechanical Operations Technician

National Gas; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension 12%

Annual bonus 6%

Car scheme

Life assurance

Income protection

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing & development

Job summary

National Gas is seeking a Mechanical Operations Technician to maintain and operate critical gas transmission assets in the East Region. You will perform installation, inspection, commissioning, maintenance, repair and emergency response activities to support safe, reliable operation of the National Transmission System.

This hands-on engineering role emphasises maximizing asset reliability and operational performance, with responsibilities spanning compressor stations, pipelines and AGIs, aligned

Qualifications

• Proven maintenance and operational experience in mechanical engineering.
• Fault diagnosis, maintenance and repair in oil & gas or similar industries.
• Experience in hazardous areas and permit-to-work environments.
• Willingness to participate in standby and emergency response.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Experience with compressor stations, pipelines or process plants.

Responsibilities

• Carry out installation, inspection, commissioning, maintenance and repair on gas transmission assets.
• Diagnose faults and perform corrective maintenance to maximise plant availability.
• Apply safe systems of work and issue isolation permissions.
• Support projects across operational assets from construction to upgrade.
• Maintain accurate records meeting regulatory requirements.
• Monitor contractor activities to ensure safety and standards.
• Assist in emergency response, security, standby duties, and incident management.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Fault diagnosis

Hazardous areas

Permit to work

Standby readiness

UK driving licence

Rotating equipment

Commissioning

Mechanical legislation

Electrical/instrumentation

Engineering qualification

Education

Apprenticeship

Engineering qualification

Job description

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£44,642 to £49,894 + up to 6% bonus + access to liveried vehicle

• Additional earning potential through overtime and standby

Location: Peterborough

Working pattern: On site, 5 days a week

Travel: Regular travel across Peterborough and the surrounding areas

Location requirement: Based within reasonable travelling distance of Peterborough

About us

At National Gas, the work we do matters.

As Britain's national gas network, we help keep the lights on, businesses running, and homes warm by maintaining the critical infrastructure that transports gas across Great Britain. While providing the energy security Britain relies on today, we're also helping transform the network for a clean energy future.

Join us and help secure Britain's energy.

About the role

We're looking for a Mechanical Operations Technician to help maintain and operate critical gas transmission assets across the East Region. You'll undertake installation, inspection, commissioning, maintenance, repair, and emergency response activities that support the safe and reliable operation of the National Transmission System.

This is a hands-on engineering role where you'll use your technical expertise to maximise asset reliability, availability, and operational performance.

Why this role matters

The East Region plays a vital role in maintaining the safe transportation of gas across Great Britain. As a Mechanical Operations Technician, you'll help ensure our compressor stations, pipelines, and Above Ground Installations (AGIs) continue to operate safely, efficiently, and reliably.

Your work will directly contribute to asset integrity, operational resilience, emergency response capability, and the successful delivery of maintenance, inspection, and improvement activities across the network.

What you'll be doing

• Carry out installation, inspection, commissioning, maintenance, repair, and operational activities on gas transmission assets
• Diagnose faults and complete corrective maintenance to maximise plant availability and reliability
• Apply safe systems of work, issue permission documents, and implement isolations in line with operational procedures
• Support construction, commissioning, replacement, and upgrade projects across operational assets
• Maintain accurate operational, maintenance, and asset records to meet regulatory and business requirements
• Monitor third-party activities and contractor work to ensure compliance with technical and safety standards
• Support emergency response activities, security arrangements, standby duties, and operational incident management

What you'll bring

You'll be a mechanically biased engineering professional with experience maintaining critical industrial assets in a safety-focused operational environment.

• Proven maintenance and operational experience within a mechanical engineering discipline
• Experience undertaking fault diagnosis, maintenance, and repair activities within the oil and gas, process, or similar industrial environment
• Experience working on equipment installed in hazardous areas
• Experience operating within safe systems of work and permit-to-work environments
• Time-served apprenticeship or recognised engineering training scheme in a relevant engineering discipline
• BTEC National Certificate, NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds qualification, or equivalent in a relevant discipline
• Willingness to participate in standby arrangements and emergency response activities
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience of compressor stations, pipelines, rotating equipment, or associated process plant
• Experience supporting commissioning and construction projects
• Understanding of relevant mechanical engineering legislation and compliance requirements
• Knowledge of electrical, instrumentation, or control systems associated with process operations

Security clearance

This role is subject to National Security Vetting (NSV). Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain Security Clearance (SC) throughout their employment. For further information, visit GOV.UK (UK Security Vetting: Clearance Levels).

What we offer

• Market-leading double-match pension (up to 12% company contribution)
• Annual performance bonus up to 6%
• Access to the Tusker salary sacrifice car scheme
• 10x salary life assurance and income protection
• Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental, and technology options
• Family-friendly policies, wellbeing support, and professional development opportunities

Inclusive recruitment

We're building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve, championing diversity, and creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued for their unique contribution. We support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond.

National Gas is a Disability Confident employer and signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant.

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