Lead Gas Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading energy provider based in Manchester is looking for a Lead Gas Engineer to oversee the operations of Plant, Tools and Equipment. This role involves ensuring the safe and reliable performance of diverse mechanical and electrical assets and requires strong gas engineering knowledge along with a valid UK driving license. The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to supporting the frontline operations in compliance with high safety standards. The company offers comprehensive perks including annual bonuses and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Pension Scheme double matched up to 18%

25 days holiday plus statutory days

Career development with funded learning options

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical plant maintenance, ideally within PT&E operations.
• Strong gas engineering knowledge with an understanding of compliance requirements.
• Must hold full UK driving licence and have willingness to work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Oversee testing, maintenance, and repair of mechanical and electrical assets.
• Ensure equipment is safe and ready to support frontline operations.

Skills

Mechanical plant maintenance

Gas engineering knowledge

Flexibility and mobility

Safety leadership

Job description

Lead Gas Engineer – Join the PT&E Team

Step into a role where your technical expertise keeps critical equipment performing at its best.

As a Lead Gas Engineer, you’ll take charge of Cadent’s Plant, Tools and Equipment operations—overseeing the testing, maintenance, fault‑finding and repair of a diverse range of mechanical and portable electrical assets, including those approved for use in hazardous environments. From gas detection instruments and drilling or bagging‑off equipment to fire extinguishers, generators, and complex hydraulic and pneumatic systems, you’ll ensure every item is safe, reliable and ready to support frontline operations.

Overview

Overview of the role and its purpose within Cadent’s PT&E team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee testing, maintenance, fault‑finding and repair of mechanical and portable electrical assets used in PT&E operations.
• Ensure equipment is safe, reliable and ready to support frontline operations, including those approved for hazardous environments.

Why You'll Love This Role

In this role you will work on:

• Mechanical Plant Equipment – Proven experience in mechanical plant maintenance, ideally including the full range of equipment used within PT&E operations.
• Workshop Maintenance – Hands‑on experience in a workshop environment carrying out maintenance, testing, fault‑finding and equipment servicing.
• Safety, Governance & Leadership – Demonstrates safety‑first leadership, confident in audits and assurance processes, and able to influence and support teams to uphold high PT&E standards.
• Professional Development & Training – Must be willing to obtain an in‑house PAT testing certificate, operate a site‑based FLT, and complete manufacturer training for all network equipment.

What You'll Bring

• Flexibility & Mobility – Full, valid UK driving licence and willingness to work flexible hours (typically 42 hours per week, subject to business needs).
• Technical Competence (Gas & PT&E) – Strong gas engineering knowledge with a clear understanding of PT&E use, inspection, maintenance, compliance requirements and PEWER & LOLER.

At Cadent, we’re thrilled to be part of the future of UK energy!

We have a clear roadmap to drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050.

We’re making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together, we’re shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers, whom we put at the heart of everything we do.

What’s In It for You

Here at Cadent, we recognise that our people are truly unsung heroes. Quietly confident, delivering every day - that’s why we’re committed to supporting our people to get the best out of themselves. For this role, we offer:

• Annual bonus
• Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary
• 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
• An extra day off each year to celebrate life’s special moments
• Career development with funded learning options
• Flexible working and strong ED&I commitments
• Generous family policies and flexible benefits
• Retail discounts, gym access, and more

We support a healthy work-life balance and are open to flexible working options.

Diversity and Inclusion

Don’t meet every requirement? No problem! If you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application – you may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.

We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer. Our employee communities – Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability), the Cadent Military Community, the Grief Awareness Community, and the Men's Engagement Network (M.E.N) – can’t wait to welcome you!

What’s next?

To be considered for this role, please submit your application with an up-to-date CV and our Talent Acquisition team will get in touch soon. To learn more about Cadent, visit our website at Home - Cadent Gas Ltd

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