Cathodic Protection Officer

Date: 15 Nov 2024

Location: Livingston, GB, EH54 8AF

Company: National Gas

Cathodic Protection Officer – Livingston - £45,196 - £55,000 + Company Car

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 kind of like a Swiss Army knife: A multi-skilled problem solver who people can count on? If so, we’re looking for a co-worker like you!


As the Cathodic Protection Officer you will provide a dedicated technical expertise and coordinator for corrosion control performance on all asset types on the National Transmission System.


You will undertake Cathodic Protection schemes, CIPS surveys and efficient delivery of any installation, maintenance, defect rectification and operations activities, driving continuous improvement to optimise work efficiencies and maximise asset and plant availability and reliability.


You will provide local technical training and briefings to field teams of corrosion control and supporting the competency / training team in the development of relevant courses.


You will support the safe setting to work of all activities in accordance with the safe control of operations whilst driving that team culture undertaking incident investigations, inspections and authorise permission documents within SCO 91, 94 and EL 96 as required. 


You will manage and deliver CAPEX projects and the replacement or modification of corrosion control equipment and systems in accordance with the company specifications, policies and procedures.

What we are looking for

To be successful in this role you will have a detailed understanding of the operation, maintenance and protection of high pressure gas transmission pipeline systems, terminals, compressor stations, above ground installations an associated plant and equipment.


You will be covering different sites so a willingness to travel to various locations including some overnight stays is expected, as well as travel to training courses.

What we can offer you

  • 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 
  • Annual Technical Training budget of circa £1800 rising to £2500 in our next regulatory period
  • 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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