Laboratory Technician jobs in United Kingdom

As a Network Technician in our Energy Operations team, you’ll be at the heart of keeping our gas transportation assets running safely and efficiently. From inspecting and testing instrumentation systems to fault‑finding and repairs, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our electrical and instrumentation (E&I) systems are in top condition across the network.

This is more than just maintenance – it’s about protecting asset health, supporting operational excellence, and making sure our infrastructure meets the highest standards. You’ll work across a variety of sites, contribute to emergency response, and help shape the future of how we manage and maintain our network.

If you have experience in maintenance, fault finding, and repairing instrumentation systems, along with a solid understanding of instrumentation/electrical drawings, technical documents, and maintenance procedures, we want to hear from you! Whether your background is domestic or commercial electrical, if you have electrical testing experience, this could be the perfect role for you.

This is a hands‑on, high‑impact role that offers technical challenge, autonomy, and the chance to work across a wide range of assets.

• Technical Variety – Work on instrumentation and electrical systems across multiple sites and asset types.
• Operational Impact – Play a key role in fault diagnosis, asset health reporting, and emergency response.
• Team Collaboration – Partner with colleagues and contractors to deliver safe, high‑quality work.
• Continuous Learning – Develop your skills across a broad technical landscape, with opportunities to grow and specialise.
• Field‑Based Freedom – Enjoy a role that gets you out and about, with travel across the network and a company vehicle provided.
• Standby Rota – Participate in an E&I standby rota to maintain service standards.
• Asset Health – Assess and report the condition of Electrical & Instrumentation equipment and systems.

You’re a skilled technician with a background in electrical and instrumentation systems, and a passion for keeping infrastructure running smoothly.

• E&I Experience – Proven experience in instrumentation and electrical maintenance, fault finding and repair.
• Technical Knowledge – Understanding of relevant legislation and standards (e.g., BS7671, EAWR, Health & Safety at Work Act).
• Qualifications – Electrical testing and inspection (C&G 2391 or equivalent), Instrumentation and Control or Electrical qualification.
• Industry Certifications – COMPEX EX01–04, TEM 2 & 4, SCO1 & 2 (internal authorisations like EL6 RA(I) desirable but not essential).
• Team Player – Able to work independently and collaboratively, with strong problem‑solving skills.
• Documentation Skills – Comfortable working with technical drawings, maintenance procedures and reporting systems.
• Codes of Practice – Working knowledge of relevant codes of practice, engineering instructions, and statutory regulations.
• Driving Licence – A full UK driving licence is essential due to the travel involved.

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.

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.

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!

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.

Be part of something big. Help shape the future of gas for generations to come.

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