Operative

**Operative - Avonbridge - £36,512 to £42,995 + Company Van**:
National Gas has an exciting and important role in achieving net zero and in leading a fair energy transition for the UK. We will do this by developing the green gas system of tomorrow, while delivering the natural gas needs of today.

The Operations team maintain, repair and upgrade 7,666km of high-pressure pipe, 23 compressor stations, 504 above-ground installations, and 8 connected distribution networks through a highly skilled team of over 600 technicians and engineers across Great Britain. Working around the clock to maintain and enhance the infrastructure that powers homes, business and industries, guaranteeing a steady and secure energy supply.

**About the role**:
Are you someone who likes to go walking in rural and remote terrain? In preparation do you check the weather report and see that its overcast with rain and think, that doesn't bother me? If so, this role could be perfect for you.

As an Operative, you will provide a service to protect the High Pressure Pipeline System within our 7500 km network of gas pipelines.

Working with our Technicians and Engineers, you’ll make sure that the inspection requirements of pressure systems are delivered, including physically line walking pipelines (up to 200km/year) across rural and remote terrain. You’ll also monitor third-party work, aerial sighting response, site and marker post-maintenance, cathodic protection monitoring, and support the in-line inspection programme.

You’ll carry out Safe Control of Operations roles that you’re competent and authorised to undertake including Competent Person for low-risk activities and Working Party Member for more complex tasks. You’ll also support during planned and emergency situations.

**What we are looking for**:
You’ll have experience in maintenance, fault diagnosis and rectification work within Engineering and have operated, controlled and undertaken work within Safe Systems of Work and/or under Risk Assessment. We work in hazardous areas, so knowledge of health and safety is key.

In this role you will have the opportunity to be trained and developed to support with the cathodic protection monitoring programme. You’ll be covering different sites across the patch, so expect some travel.

**What we can offer you**:

- On Track Earnings of between £40,000 to £49,000
- Annual bonus of 6% based on personal and company performance
- Company Van
- 26 days’ holiday plus statutory holidays - option available to buy extra or sell days
- Generous double-match pension scheme - for every £1 you put in, we'll add £2 (max company contribution 12%)
- Flexible benefit scheme, including private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans and more
- Overtime at x1.5 normal and then x2 on Sunday
- 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 - maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental leave
- Career progression, professional training and development - including access to LinkedIn Learning
- Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24/7
- Financial support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions

**About us**:
National Gas is leading a clean, reliable, and affordable energy future for everyone. Our skilled colleagues bring gas to 23m homes, and over 500,000 businesses, including heavy industries and power stations that keep Great Britain's lights on. We fuel growth and innovation, whilst transitioning our network to hydrogen, to play our part in the journey to net zero.

At National Gas, we are 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.

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