Network Plus

Maintains, builds, and delivers utility infrastructure

Lead Gas Engineer

Telecom & Utility Field ServiceUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeDerby, UKNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A full, valid driver's licence is required.
Must hold either a CCN1 or CMA1 qualification; MET1 is beneficial but not essential.
Experience working in a gas environment, including good knowledge of gas appliances, testing, purging, and commissioning pipework.
Strong knowledge of gas systems, regulations, and safety protocols.
Understanding of standards, legislation, codes of practice, and health and safety.
Ability to stay calm under pressure and work independently as well as collaboratively.
Excellent communication skills and ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

Respond to customer homes as the first point of contact for potential gas escapes or carbon monoxide alarm activations.
Deal with emergency services on behalf of customers when needed.
Install, replace, and maintain gas meters for home and business customers.
Conduct high-rise and gas safety regulation surveys.
Fit cooker safety valves.
Work a shift-pattern rota averaging 40 hours per week, including weekends and unsociable hours.

Desired Qualifications

A MET1 qualification would be beneficial but is not essential.

As part of our Emergency Response Team, you’ll be the first on the scene at customers’ homes, which makes you the face of our brand for people who are worried about potential gas escapes or carbon monoxide activated alarms.

Sometimes you’ll be dealing with the emergency services on behalf of our customers, making you part of a team that’s responsible for protecting people’s lives. They could be vulnerable, elderly, or simply looking for help, and it’s that level of empathy, plus the pride you’ll feel from caring for people and keeping them safe in their homes that could make you a Cadent person.

It’s a role where no two days are the same, so from installation, replacement, and maintenance of gas meters for our home and business customers, to high rise and gas safety regulation surveys, to fitting cooker safety valves, when we say it’s a varied role, we mean it.

You MUST have a full valid driver’s licence.

You will be required to work on a shift pattern rota [averaging 40 hours per week] which will include weekends & unsociable hours.

We are looking for excellent communication skills and the ability to keep calm under pressure. The ideal candidate shall:

Be able to work in a Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
Have a Strong knowledge of gas systems, regulations, and safety protocols.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Excellent communication skills and ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues.

You must have either a CCN1 or CMA1 qualification to apply. A MET1 qualification would be beneficial but is not essential. As well as experience working within a gas environment, including good knowledge of gas appliances; testing, purging and the commissioning of pipework.

An understanding of Standards, Legislation, Codes of Practice and Health and Safety.

But ultimately, it’s about pride, purpose, thinking on your feet, and taking ownership. That’s what will make you a perfect fit in our team.

About the Company

Network Plus

Maintains, builds, and delivers utility infrastructure

Network Plus provides utility and infrastructure services across the UK, supporting the maintenance, construction, and delivery of essential services in sectors such as wastewater, power, local infrastructure, gas, telecoms, and water. It delivers end-to-end solutions for infrastructure projects, handling planning, design, construction, and ongoing maintenance, with revenue generated mainly through long-term contracts with clients like local authorities and large utility companies. The company differentiates itself through a strong emphasis on safety, efficiency, and the adoption of new technologies and methods to improve service delivery on large-scale projects that require specialized equipment and expertise. Its goal is to ensure critical infrastructure remains reliable and efficient, supporting sustainable operations and long-term client relationships.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Salford, United Kingdom
Founded: 2000

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