Network Support Manager – Gas

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in gas and energy solutions is seeking a Network Support Manager to oversee safe control operations across their networks. This role focuses on compliance, asset integrity, and managing operational impacts, requiring relocation to Guernsey. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in the gas industry and a degree in engineering.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in the gas industry.
• Gas Safe Registered Engineer.
• Experience with Safe Control of Operations (SCO).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities for gas operations oversight across networks.
• Maintain compliance registers and validate personnel competencies.
• Oversee operational documentation and network modeling.

Skills

Gas Distribution Compliance

Operational Control

Risk Management

GIS Familiarity

Team Management

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

Gas network modeling tools

Job description

Job Title: Network Support Manager – Gas

Location: Based in Guernsey (Our client is looking for someone based in the UK to relocate)

Our client, a leading provider of safe, reliable, and sustainable gas and energy solutions, is seeking a Network Support Manager to provide independent oversight of the safe control of operations across Gas networks and operational sites in Guernsey. This role ensures the highest standards of safety and compliance, focusing on network integrity and capital projects, and overseeing the accurate and timely update of network records.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Gas Safe Operations Oversight: Coordinate activities across networks, manage operational impacts, and resolve conflicts affecting safety and supply.
2. Gas Distribution Compliance & Competency: Maintain registers of authorized personnel, validate competencies, and collaborate with engineers to ensure proper qualifications and audits.
3. Gas Distribution Operational Control: Record and monitor all operations under Safe Control procedures, ensuring accurate documentation and procedural integrity.
4. Gas Distribution Asset Integrity Support: Assist in reducing asset risk, support network integrity decisions, and evaluate strategies for risk reduction and growth.
5. Operational Oversight & Data Management: Oversee network modeling, odour monitoring, and operational process mapping; maintain accurate digital and GIS records, network failure data, and models like Synergi.
6. Team & Service Delivery: Manage 2 Technical Assistants across Jersey and Guernsey, ensuring the successful delivery of objectives set by senior leadership.

We are looking for an experienced Gas Distribution Support Manager who is willing to relocate from the UK to Guernsey or Ireland.

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in engineering or 5+ years’ experience in the gas industry
• Experience working within Safe Control of Operations (SCO)
• 5+ years in operations or asset management
• Familiarity with GIS and UK Gas Safety Management Regulations
• Gas Safe Registered Engineer
• Strong results orientation, high integrity, adaptability, and ability to manage pressure and shifting priorities
• Self-starter with a flexible, hands-on approach
• Full driving license and ability to pass police checks
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (UK)
• Experience with Gas network modeling tools
• Background in risk management and mains/service replacement
• Knowledge of COMAH and meter asset management

If you are passionate about safety, infrastructure, and sustainable energy, this is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization making a real impact in the energy sector.