Under Pressure Drilling Craftsperson (Warrington)

National Grid plc; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider in the UK is seeking an Under Pressure Drilling Craftsperson to support critical infrastructure projects. This role involves hands-on mechanical work, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and working closely with industry experts. Candidates must have experience in Gas or Oil & Gas environments, effective communication skills, and a commitment to operational excellence. This position offers a competitive salary, annual performance bonus, and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual performance bonus

Double-match pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible benefit scheme

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience in live gas operations and under pressure drilling.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist live gas operations.
• Contribute to maintaining operational plant and equipment.
• Promote safety and operational excellence.

Skills

Proven experience in Gas or Oil & Gas environments

Hands-on expertise in mechanical techniques

Strong understanding of safety protocols

Ability to work independently and in a team

Working knowledge of CDM regulations

Full UK car driving licence

Job description

Under Pressure Drilling Craftsperson (Warrington)

Location: Warrington, GB, WA3 6EY

Company: National Gas

Requisition ID: 2347

Plus up to 6% bonus, overtime, standby allowance, and access to a pool/liveried vehicle.

Warrington

This role requires you to be on site 5 days a week. Some travel to other sites across the UK (including overnight stays) will also be required.

About us

National Gas is securing Britain's energy. We transport gas throughout Great Britain, repair and maintain gas pipelines, and manage the meters that allow millions of homes and businesses to access the energy they need. We are the national gas network, providing secure energy to power Britain, achieve net zero, and maintain our industrial competitiveness.

About the role

We're currently seeking a skilled Under Pressure Drilling Craftsperson to join our team, supporting critical infrastructure projects across the Gas and Oil & Gas sectors. This role involves hands‑on mechanical work in high‑stakes environments, contributing to the safe and efficient delivery of essential services.

What you’ll be doing

As an Under Pressure Drilling Craftsperson, you’ll play a key role in delivering specialist live gas operations, including:

• Hot tapping, Stopple ALH, wax cutting, and Kleiss bag‑off operations.
• Supporting complex under pressure drilling works safely and efficiently.
• Working alongside industry‑leading experts on projects that matter.

You’ll also contribute to maintaining National Gas Services (NGS) operational plant and equipment to the highest standards, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and safety requirements.

You’ll also play a key role in promoting safety and operational excellence by:

• Leading Toolbox Talks (TBTs).
• Ensuring team understanding of Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Collaborating with site teams to ensure safe and efficient project delivery.

In addition to this, you'll participate in a standby rota once fully trained.

About you

You’ll be a proactive and safety‑conscious professional who thrives in dynamic environments. You'll bring a collaborative mindset and the ability to work well in a team, strong communication and leadership skills and a commitment to high standards of safety and quality. You'll also have the confidence to lead by example and support others in understanding safety protocols.

Key requirements & experience

• Proven experience in Gas or Oil & Gas environments
• Hands‑on expertise in the listed mechanical techniques
• Strong understanding of safety protocols and RAMS interpretation
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Working knowledge of CDM regulations – desirable
• Full UK car driving licence

Security clearance

The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

What we offer

Competitive salary and annual performance bonus
Double‑match pension scheme (max. company contribution 12%)
Generous holiday allowance (26 days + bank holidays)
Flexible benefit scheme, incl. private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans, and more
Financial protection with 10x salary death in service and financial support if you’re unable to work due to long‑term illness or injury
Excellent family friendly provisions such as maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
Professional development opportunities inc. financial support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions
Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24/7
Inclusive, supportive, and forward‑thinking workplace

Inclusive recruitment

At National Gas, we are disability confident, and we are signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve. We celebrate the different experiences our colleagues bring to our organisation and strongly encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. Please let us know of any reasonable adjustments you need to perform your best.