Network Support Manager – Gas

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

Job summary

Join a leading provider in the gas and energy sector as a Network Support Manager overseeing operations in Guernsey. This role focuses on ensuring safety, compliance, and network integrity while leading a team and managing gas distribution responsibilities. Ideal for experienced professionals looking to impact in a forward-thinking organization committed to sustainable energy solutions.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Coordinate network activities and resolve safety conflicts.
• Maintain authorized personnel registers and validate competencies.
• Lead a team across Jersey and Guernsey.

Skills

Risk management

Gas Operations

GIS

Compliance

Team Leadership

Adaptability

Education

Degree in Engineering

Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (UK)

Tools

Gas network modelling tools

GIS

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 oversee 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, capital projects, and maintaining accurate network records.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Gas Safe Operations Oversight: Coordinate network activities, manage operational impacts, and resolve safety and supply conflicts.
2. Gas Distribution Compliance & Competency: Maintain authorized personnel registers, validate competencies, and ensure qualifications and audits are up to date.
3. Gas Distribution Operational Control: Record and monitor operations under Safe Control procedures with accurate documentation.
4. Gas Distribution Asset Integrity Support: Support risk reduction strategies and evaluate network integrity decisions.
5. Operational Oversight & Data Management: Manage network modelling, odour monitoring, and maintain digital and GIS records, including network failure data and Synergi models.
6. Team & Service Delivery: Lead a team of 2 Technical Assistants across Jersey and Guernsey, ensuring objectives set by senior leadership are achieved.

We seek an experienced Gas Distribution Support Manager willing to relocate from the UK to Guernsey or Ireland.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in engineering or 5+ years’ experience in the gas industry
• Experience with 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
• Results-driven, high integrity, adaptable, and able 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 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 significant impact in the energy sector.