Network Support Manager – Gas

JR United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the energy sector is seeking a Network Support Manager to oversee gas operations and ensure compliance with safety regulations. This role involves managing a team, coordinating activities across networks, and maintaining the integrity of gas distribution systems. The successful candidate will have a strong background in the gas industry, with experience in operational control and asset management. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking organization committed to sustainable energy solutions while working in a dynamic environment that values safety and innovation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in the gas industry with a focus on operations.
• Strong background in compliance and asset integrity management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate gas operations and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Manage technical assistants and oversee operational objectives.

Skills

Gas Distribution Compliance

Operational Control

Asset Management

GIS Knowledge

Risk Management

Team Management

Education

Degree in Engineering

Chartered or Incorporated Engineer

Tools

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 authorised 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 modelling, odour monitoring, 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 successful delivery of objectives set by senior leadership.

We are seeking an experienced Gas Distribution Support Manager who is willing to relocate from the United Kingdom to Guernsey or Ireland.

• 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
• Familiar with GIS and UK Gas Safety Management Regulations
• Gas Safe Registered Engineer
• Strong focus on delivering results on time and to high standards
• High integrity, adaptable, able to manage pressure and shifting priorities
• Self-starter with a flexible, hands-on approach
• Full driving license and able to pass a police check
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (UK)
• Experience using Gas network modelling 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.