Engineering Manger

At Cadent we're excited to be part of the future of UK energy We've got a clear roadmap that will 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.

Delivering in-Project Engineering including the development and execution of the engineering for the HyNet Project which will support the wider hydrogen portfolio of projects and achieving Cadent's objective of operating hydrogen infrastructure to support decarbonisation of the UK.

This role delivers the Projects Engineering to achieve a safe and efficient first of a kind at scale hydrogen pipeline network in the North West as part of the Investment & Future Energy function. The role will be a central point for collaboration and delivery with technical suppliers, industry groups, internal engineering stakeholders, the Project team and the selected Engineering Procurement, Construction and Commissioning Contractors.

The successful person must lead a culture of continuous improvement, optimising processes and ensuring value is understood for all of the activities they undertake.

The role will develop the in-Project multi-disciplinary engineering requirements and work with the independent Engineering Authority within Cadent to formalise these within this Project and the wider portfolio. The role will then be central to the procurement, delivery, and assurance against these with the selected supply chain to ensure the delivery of a safe, reliable, and sustainable hydrogen pipeline network.

• The delivery of the Projects engineering to the agreed policies, processes, and standards for transporting hydrogen through the HyNet pipeline network
• Promote safe design of assets and structures, following the company's specifications and standards, identify weaknesses or oversights and implement plans to close gaps
• Develop and deliver against the Engineering Management and Assurance plans for the Project
• Prepare documents (for your area of responsibility) in line with project governance requirements
• Provide regular written and verbal updates on the status of projects to the Project Manager and stakeholders. Also work collaboratively with the Project team to close out requirements from project governance reviews
• Be responsible for the development of the engineering scope of the key contracts to be procured including the Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Commissioning Contractors
• Working with others in the Projects management team to co-ordinate the Engineering deliverables with the delivery Contractors and Consultants including the commercial, schedule and risk aspects of delivery
• Working with others to manage technical risk through all stages of the Projects lifecycle including mitigation measures and the delivery of them through the supply chain or wider technical expertise
• Support the selection, qualification, procurement, and delivery of the long lead items required for the hydrogen pipeline network
• Lead the co-ordination to deliver the FPSA's for the Project
• Be aware of the requirements under CDM 2015 and the deliverables of the Principal Designer for the Project. Also provide technical support to other hydrogen projects within Cadent to support efficient and systematic engineering execution leading to best outcomes for the business

Ability to make decisions based on sound technical judgement and engineering knowledge at a level consistent with Chartered Engineer status. Understand project delivery requirements, governance, and control to deliver a safe, efficient, and reliable network within the boundaries of the Projects scope, budget, schedule, and quality.

Essential

• Engineering experience working within gas transmission, oil and gas or petrochemical environment, managing teams and a commitment to process safety principles and practice.
• Specific knowledge of UK or international pipeline design and material standards (IGEM, GIS, API, ASME, ISO, ASTM)
• Experience in the commercial and contract management of suppliers
• Project delivery/team experience in pipelines and/or process plants
• Experience in leading multidiscipline teams/consultants as engineering manager or similar
• Experience in operational support, front-end loading, construction and/or commissioning phases of process system and pipeline projects

Desirable

• Working knowledge of the UK Gas Industry and Safety Regulations
• Understanding of CDM 2015
• Specific knowledge of UK gas distribution network (GDN) design, specification, and engineering standards
• Experience in hydrogen or sour gas process or pipeline systems

What's In It For You

Here at Cadent, we are committed to supporting our employees to get the best out of themselves. For this role in particular we can offer:

Funding and support towards completing qualifications

Ample opportunity for progression within the business

Mentoring and guidance opportunities

Why Join Us

We offer a host of benefits to suit your lifestyle and support your well-being. These include:

• 25 days' holiday, plus 8 statutory days and an option to buy or sell holiday days
• An Annual Performance Bonus of up to 15% of your salary
• A generous pension scheme where the company double matches your contributions up to 12% i.e. if you contribute 6% a month, the company will contribute 12%
• A competitive salary that's reviewed each year against the market median salary for your role, skills, knowledge and experience
• MyChoices benefits like bicycles, salary sacrifice cars and healthcare that you can pick and choose from. You could get a better deal than you would on the high street and make tax and National Insurance savings
• A free Employee Assistance Line where you can get support and advice on any of the challenges you're facing, completely confidentially
• Support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, course fees, books, examination fees and time off for study leave - so long as it's relevant to your role
• A Matched Giving scheme where the Company will match any funds raised by permanent employees for registered charities up to £400 each year
• Private Medical Insurance for you, your partner and your family available through MyChoices, our flexible benefits programme, with access to a 24 hour Bupa HealthLine
• The chance to say thank you to one another when you've done a good job through our Cadent Congratulates Scheme
• Plus many more benefits that help you join the dots between your work and home life

We want our employees to achieve a healthy work-life balance and are happy to discuss flexible working options with you if the role can accommodate it. Let us know about your flexibility requirements, whether that be reduced hours, remote working, flexible start/finish times, or compressed hours, and we will be more than happy to explore what's possible for the role.

Diversity and Inclusion

Don't meet every single requirement listed?

Understanding, learning, and celebrating what makes us different, as well as what we have in common, is good for us as individuals and enables us to work better together as one team. Cadent is committed to being an equitable and diverse employer that fosters an inclusive culture for all our employees, therefore, all our employment decisions are assessed based on qualifications, merit, and business need. So, 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.

As a recognised Disability Confident Employer, we are proud to champion inclusion in the workplace and ensure to provide an environment that is accessible to all and supports individuals throughout their journey with Cadent. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process.

We place great importance on equity, diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Our employee communities Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive (disability) and the Cadent Military Community can't wait to welcome you

Circle Back Initiative

As an active and proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we aim to ensure that all candidates receive a response to their application, regardless of the outcome.

We will be receiving applications until the specified date above, though Cadent retains the right to close this vacancy early without prior notification, so it is advisable to complete your application at your earliest convenience.

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

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.

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