Craftsperson

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Craftsperson to join our National Grid Services (NGS) team. In this role, you will play a critical part in supporting the team by proactively contributing to broader initiatives and workloads that ensure our business objectives are met. This includes assisting NGS Technicians in preparing materials and equipment for transportation to job sites and supporting a range of specialist techniques to deliver safe and efficient outcomes for both internal and external customers. You will be responsible for maintaining tools, equipment, and vehicles to ensure they are safe, properly tested, calibrated, and compliant with legislative requirements. Additionally, you will be expected to accurately record time worked, additional tasks performed, materials used, and hire charges, ensuring these are returned for recharge purposes. As part of your role, you will also participate in the NGS Standby Rota, providing pipeline emergency repair services (CEME). Delivering maintenance tasks on schedule and to the highest standards is an essential part of this role, as is ensuring that all activities are conducted safely and in accordance with National Grid procedures. What You'll Do

To excel in this position, you must have relevant experience in operational maintenance or repair work within a mechanical engineering background. Practical experience with pressure systems above 7Bar would be highly advantageous. A solid understanding of how Transmission or Distribution Networks operate, as well as pipeline and pressure system safety, is essential. Ideally, you will also have hands-on experience in one or more disciplines, such as under-pressure drilling, flow stopping, in-line service inspection, pipe fitting, pressure system inspections, or damage assessments. You should be confident in using computerised systems for accessing critical information and inputting key data, such as working hours. A detailed understanding of applicable regulations and standards, along with a working knowledge of company procedures, is crucial for this role. The position requires you to work onsite 5 days a week and involves frequent travel to various sites across the operational area, with regular overnight stays required. A full and valid UK driving license is essential for this role.

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., 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.

If you are a safety-conscious, mechanically skilled professional eager to contribute to essential operations, we encourage you to apply. Join us and become a key member of our team committed to maintaining and enhancing the safety and reliability of our pipeline systems. What we can offer

• 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 benefits 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