Lead Gas Engineer

Job Description

DescriptionContract type: PermanentWorking hours: 42 hours per week across varied shiftsSalary:Guaranteedbasesalary of £28,615to £31,794(depending on skills/experience)PLUS Overtime, Standby and Monthly Bonus (potentially earning up to 43k per year!)Location:Kettering districtSetting the standards all of our customers will love and others will aspire toAt Cadent were excited to be part of the future of UK energy! Weve got a clear roadmap that will both drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving their net zero target by 2050.Were making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together were shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers who we put at the heart of everything we do.About the RoleAs a Lead Gas Engineer in our Emergency Response Team, youll mainly work on your own and be the first one on the scene at our customers homes, responding to reported gas escapes or carbon monoxide activated alarms. Youll deal directly with our customersand the emergency services, which could include working shifts & unsociable hours.Youll monitor gas readings on programmed escapes and perform medium rise, high rise and gas safety regulation surveys. In addition, youll fit cooker safety valves, purge and relights and much more.In brief as a Lead GasEngineer with us you can look forward to the following:

• Guaranteed basic monthly pay
• Supplied, fully costed van(work use only) & all tools supplied
• Full PPE supplied allowing you to work safely in customers homes
• Local team & Managerial support with regular updates & Safety briefings
• Additional standard benefits, such as pension, healthcare & employee benefits.
• Ongoing training and development to help develop your future

About YouNo two days will ever be the same, and we operate throughout the entire year to ensure we are meeting the needs to those who rely on us the most. our Customers. To operate at our best, we look to employ the best, so we would love to hear from you if youhave:

• CCN1, CESP1or CMA1(Mandatory to carry out this role. We will ask for your certificates at interview stage)
• Previous experience working within a gas environment
• A good knowledge and experience of gas appliances; testing, purging and the commissioning of pipework
• Being comfortable with engaging with the public to ensure that our customers are always looked after and kept safe.
• An understanding of Standards, Legislation, Codes of Practice and Health and Safety
• The ability to solve technical issues and think on their feet
• A full UK driving licence

BenefitsHere at Cadent, we are committed to supporting our employees to get the best out of themselves. For this role we can offer:

• Ample opportunity for progression within the business
• Mentoring and guidance opportunities

We offer a host of benefits to suit your lifestyle and support your wellbeing. These include:

• 25 days holiday, statutory days, option to buy too + 8 bank holidays
• Competitive salary with fantastic career prospects
• Pension Schemedouble match up to 12%
• Opportunity to earn bonus
• Private medical insurance
• Flex Benefits including cycle to work scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, insurances and healthcare packages
• Discounted gym membership
• My Offers membership cardoffering discounts and savings from hundreds of retailers
• Support with financial wellbeing
• Access to our Occupational Health Services including access to Physiotherapy Services
• Full emergency training to ensure you are operating at your best
• Vehicle, tools, equipment, phone & tablet all supplied on your first day

Diversity and InclusionDont meet every single requirement listedUnderstanding, learning, and celebrating what makes us different, as well as what we have in common, is not only good for us as individuals but also enables us to work better together as one team. Cadent is committed to being an equitable and diverse employerthat fosters an inclusive culture for all our employees, therefore, all our employment decisions are assessed based on qualifications, merit, and business need. So, if youre excited about this opportunity but your experience doesnt align perfectly with everyqualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your applicationYou may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.As a recognised Disability Confident Employer, we are proud to champion inclusion in the workplace and ensure to provide an environment that is accessible to all and supports individuals throughout their journey with Cadent. Please let us know if you requireany reasonable adjustments during the application process.Circle Back InitiativeAs an active and proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we aim to ensure that all candidates receive a response to their application, regardless of the outcome.We will be receiving applications until the specified date above, though Cadent retains the right to close this vacancy early without prior notification, so it is advisable to complete your application at your earliest convenience.Be part of something big. Help shape the future of gas for generations to come.