Site Assurance Supervisor

Cadent Gas Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company in the UK is seeking a Site Assurance Officer to ensure the delivery of high-quality projects across their network. This role requires strong leadership, experience in engineering project delivery, and a commitment to safety and compliance. You will oversee projects worth up to £25 million, coach contractors, and have a significant impact on enhancing safety standards in the field. This position is field-based, offering autonomy and responsibility in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in engineering project delivery or assurance, ideally in gas or utilities.
• Strong understanding of CDM 2015, SCO, and HSE regulations.
• Confidence and clarity in coaching and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects, ensuring quality at every step.
• Coach and guide contractors and site teams.
• Monitor compliance and standards on-site.

Skills

Engineering project delivery

Compliance knowledge

Coaching and influencing

Attention to detail

Education

HNC or equivalent

IOSH Managing Safely

Tools

CDM 2015

SCO tickets (1-5)

Job description

Cadent Gas Ltd



Be the eyes and ears of quality and safety – where your expertise shapes the future of our network.


As a Site Assurance Officer in our Capital Delivery Team, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the safe, compliant, and high-quality delivery of our capital projects across Cadent’s full network footprint. You’ll be out on-site, coaching contractors, monitoring standards, and making sure our projects meet the rigorous expectations our customers and communities deserve.
You’ll be joining a tight-knit team of professionals who take pride in delivering excellence across gas engineering. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment where your leadership, attention to detail, and passion for safety make a daily impact. A valid UK driving licence is essential as you’ll regularly travel across our network.




Why you'll love this role:


This isn't just another site-based role
- its an unique opportunity to take ownership of quality and safety across major projects that power homes and businesses. You'll enjoy the autonomy of field work, the influence of a leadership position, and the satisfaction of knowing your standards set the benchmark for others.

- Visible impact – Your expertise keeps our people safe and our projects on track.
- Field-based freedom – No desk-bound days – you’ll be out and about across our region.
- Real responsibility – Oversee projects worth up to £25 million, ensuring quality at every step.
- Team leadership – Coach and guide contractors and site teams to be their best.
- Purposeful work – Make a tangible difference to how our networks are built and maintained.





Skills and Experience


You'll be someone who leads by example
- confident on site, knowledgeable in compliance, and committed to raising the bar. You'll bring a balance of technical know-how and people skills, ensuring every site visit leaves a lasting impression.

- Proven experience in engineering project delivery or assurance, ideally in gas or utilities.
- Strong understanding of CDM 2015, SCO, and HSE regulations, with hands-on auditing experience.
- Confidence and clarity in coaching, reporting, and influencing across all levels.
- A keen eye for detail– from RAMS to contractor compliance, you spot what others don’t.
- Certifications and capability – HNC or equivalent, IOSH Managing Safely, and all SCO tickets (1-5).

Ready to lead the standard on site? Apply now and help us build a safer, stronger Cadent.

Please note that this position will close on Tuesday 5th August, with interviews scheduled shortly after.
Disclaimer: While the closing date is set as mentioned, we reserve the right to close the application process earlier if necessary, depending on the unique circumstances of each role.