Network Support Manager – Gas

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of gas and energy solutions is seeking a Network Support Manager to oversee operations in Guernsey. This pivotal role focuses on safety compliance, network integrity, and team management while offering a chance to relocate. We're looking for a skilled professional with significant experience in the gas industry, ready to contribute to a sustainable energy future.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in the gas industry.
• Familiar with UK Gas Safety Management Regulations.
• Gas Safe Registered Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate gas operations ensuring safety and compliance.
• Maintain registers and validate competencies.
• Manage operational processes and documentation.

Skills

Gas Distribution Compliance

Operational Control

Asset Management

Education

Degree in Engineering

Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (UK)

Tools

GIS

Gas network modelling 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, while 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 audit completion.
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 modelling, odour monitoring, and operational process mapping; maintain accurate digital and GIS records, network failure data, and Synergi models.
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 keen to relocate from the United Kingdom to Guernsey or Ireland.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

1. Degree in engineering or 5+ years’ experience in the gas industry
2. Experience working within a Safe Control of Operations (SCO)
3. 5+ years in operations or asset management
4. Familiar with GIS and UK Gas Safety Management Regulations
5. Gas Safe Registered Engineer
6. Strong focus on delivering results on time and to a high standard
7. High integrity, adaptable, and able to manage pressure and shifting priorities
8. Self-starter with a flexible, hands-on approach
9. Full driving license and ability to pass a police check
10. Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (UK)
11. Experience using Gas network modelling tools
12. Background in risk management and mains/service replacement
13. 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.