E&I Operations Engineer – Lead Tech & Safety on Gas Assets

National Grid plc; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A major energy company in Chelmsford seeks an Electrical & Instrumentation Operations Engineer to provide technical leadership and oversee operations. You will ensure compliance with safety standards while leading a team of technicians. This role offers a competitive salary of £53,500 to £62,500, and additional benefits including a bonus, pension scheme, and professional development opportunities. The successful candidate must achieve Security Check clearance and will work onsite five days a week.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus

Double-match pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Private healthcare

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and experience in electrical or instrumentation engineering discipline.
• Excellent project and financial management skills.
• IOSH Managing Safely qualification.

Responsibilities

• Lead and plan work for a team of technicians.
• Oversee permit-to-work system ensuring safety.
• Conduct competence assessments for team members.
• Act as incident controller during emergencies.

Skills

Leadership skills

Technical skills in electrical/instrumentation

Project management

Health and Safety knowledge

Education

HNC or equivalent in relevant engineering discipline

Job description

A major energy company in Chelmsford seeks an Electrical & Instrumentation Operations Engineer to provide technical leadership and oversee operations. You will ensure compliance with safety standards while leading a team of technicians. This role offers a competitive salary of £53,500 to £62,500, and additional benefits including a bonus, pension scheme, and professional development opportunities. The successful candidate must achieve Security Check clearance and will work onsite five days a week.