Operative - St Fergus - £36,512 to £42,955 (£40k to £47k OTE)
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
As an Operative you will undertake operational activities associated with the Terminals assets and support the ongoing asset health delivery projects whilst providing the Day Work officer with accurate and timely operational plant support.
You will take a flexible approach to assisting with ever changing daily operational demands, whilst working as part of a team carrying out isolations/de-isolations, purging and commissioning works. You will carry out atmosphere checks as a gas tester to facilitate the issuing of project work permits.
You will participate in the daily HUB meetings, take a lead on vehicle defect and maintenance requirements, be a Health and Safety champion at all times, support in the activities of loading and unloading of site goods via forklift / telehandler.
You will carry out Safe Control of Operations roles for which you are competent and authorised to undertake including Competent Person (Permit Holder) for low-risk activities and working party member for more complex tasks.
You will work towards APP (Authorised Person Plant) to allow you to carry out process isolations and CP (Competent Person) authorisation.
This role provided flexibility in the shape of a 9-day fortnight on a rotation between 0600 to 1500 and 0800 to 1700 working hours Monday to Friday with ample opportunities for overtime as we continue our busy operations.
What we are looking for
To be successful in this role you will qualified to an ONC (National Certificate) standard or above with experience in a trade discipline, meaning working with tools is something you're comfortable with. You will be computer literate and be able to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders. A driving licence is essential.
This is truly a role where no two days are the same and as such you will reliable, inquisitive, self-motivated, dynamic to take on a wide variety of work with a 'muck in' attitude.
It would be advantageous for you to have an existing forklift or telehandler licence but if not then this is something we are happy to put you through. Someone from a Mechanical Engineering background would be desirable but we are open to applications from everyone that has hands-on trade experience.
What we can offer you
- On Track Earnings of between £40,000 to £47,000
- Annual bonus of 6% based on personal and company performance
- 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.