Network Maintenance Craftsperson - Instrumentation

Job Description

Network Maintenance CraftspersonInstrumentation & ControlSalary:from £33,976 rising to £39,928 + Incentive Scheme + Overtime/Standby opportunities + NGN VanPermanent roleLocation: North Tyne, BurradonWhy Work at NGNAt Northern Gas Networks, we are a community. We provide a supportive and fun working environment in our spacious offices with onsite parking provided. We embrace creativity and innovation as well as offering a range of learning and development opportunitiesto progress your career.Since we started operating in 2005, We have led the way as one of the most cost-efficient of the UKs eight gas distribution networks,reliably deliveringgas to over 2.7 million homes and businesses.Our dream is to become the UKs most loved, admired and respected company, and we aim to do this throughanempowered team that is mind-blowingly great!Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:We valueequality, diversity and inclusion at NGN and this is embedded in everything that we do. We will be delightedto hear from a diverse range ofapplicants,so we can continue to grow our mind-blowingly great team of people.We areproud tosupport theArmed Forces Covenant, helping ex-services personnel back into employment, as well as being members of WISE(Women in Science and Engineering) and we are committed to delivering our Opportunity Action Plan having signed theSocial Mobility Pledge campaign, whereby we will establish our business as a force for good in the communities that we serve.If you require adjustments to support in your application, we want to hear about how we can help. Any applicants that require reasonable adjustmentsthroughout the selection process/further flexibilityare able contact us directly to inform us of any additionalsupport that is required.If you require adjustments made to the standard interview process (e.g. a working interview or a different interview format) then please contact the Recruitment Team:Role Purpose:The Network Maintenance Craftsperson (Instrument) position is a mobile role focusing on maintaining and calibrating instrument systems on a variety of gas sites owned & operated by NGN. The systems range from simple transmitter loops to fiscal metering systems.The department has recently merged with our Capital Projects team, making this really exciting in terms of developing further skills and working cross-functionally.Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Standby 365 days a year on a rota basis ideally 1 in 4
• Variable work patterns (When required)
• Lone working out of hours

• Maintaining and calibrating instrumentation systems
• Fault finding on instrumentation systems
• Repair and replacement of components, fittings, and fixtures
• Completion of paperwork/systems for results and readings
• Commissioning of equipment

• Using IT in the field for work reporting
• Gas Quality work (development required for all)

Qualifications requiredEssential:

• Relevant Electrical or Instrumentation Apprenticeship (City & Guilds) & NVQ

• Logical thinker, with excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Proactive attitude: strong team player, whilst also having the ability to work on their own initiative
• Knowledge of codes of practice, engineering instructions and safety requirements
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable:

• EUSR Gas passport
• COMPEX EX 01,02,03,04
• SCO 1, 2 and 4
• Experience on gas distribution systems
• EL6 sign off (Restricted Authorised Person)

• TIM 2,3,4
• HNC Level (Instrumentation)

What we Offer You:

• A competitive salary
• 41.25 hours per week
• Opportunity to take part in Operational Incentive Scheme
• Opportunity to take part in standby/overtime
• 25 days annual leave (plus recognised bank holidays and 2 half days over the Christmas period)

• SSP for first 7 calendar days then occupational sick pay
• A generous stakeholder 5/10 pension scheme
• Flexible benefits and salary sacrifice options... fromdiscounts on a variety of UK attractions,gym membership,restaurant discounts, experience days...and exclusive NGN discounts and much more!

Our values are at the heart of what we do. In addition to your key responsibilities, you will incorporate these into the daily life of your role.We areTrailblazingEmpoweredHappyHeartfeltCommunity Focused