Purpose
To lead the safe, compliant and commercially effective delivery of industrial and commercial gas metering projects, with particular focus on >2 bar metering systems. To provide engineering leadership as an Incorporated/Chartered Engineer, acting as SCO Authorising Engineer and ensuring compliance with PSSR, IGEM standards and Stark governance requirements."
Responsibilities & Accountabilities
- Deliver a programme of gas meter installations/exchanges (from primarily HP and IP gas meters), in line with the annual target programme.
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Approve designs and technical solutions within delegated authority, act as technical authority for >2 bar metering installations, support investigations following technical incidents or non-conformances, ensure engineering standards remain current and effective.
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Working with the wider team of gas metering engineers, deliver each project in accordance with budget, timelines, regulations and standards, and customer expectations - delivering excellent customer service, time and again.
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Maintain compliance with PSSR, including the maintenance and implementation of relevant company policies, procedures and controls - as well as the successful completion of all PSSR audits.
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Prepare accurate cost plans and competitive customer quotations for HP, IP and other gas meter installation services, supporting efforts to secure orders for future HP and IP meter installations/exchanges.
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Build and maintain a network of suppliers and subcontractors capable of supporting the delivery of HP and IP meter installations.
- Prepare or arrange and submit H&S RAMS/Lifting Plans etc. for the installation and maintenance of gas metering assets.
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Act in the role of project initiator following GL5 design management procedures, providing or seeking the necessary approvals.
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Build strong relationships and liaise with key internal and external stakeholders who are critical to the delivery of HP / IP.
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Respond to technical queries from clients, colleagues and suppliers accurately, clearly and in a timely manner.
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Support meter asset maintenance and inspection programme, as required.
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Support and co-ordinate SEL out-of-hours Meter Emergency Service cover.
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Provide technical leadership, mentoring and coaching to engineers and contractors involved in gas metering activities.
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Adhere to all Stark policies, procedures and working practices.
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Ensure the health and safety of yourself and others who may be affected by what you do; use work equipment provided safely and co-operate with managers to provide safe systems of work.
- Any other reasonable duties as required.
Person Specification, Competencies & Skills
Behaviours:
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Consistently professional, confident, and calm even in challenging situations.
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Demonstrate a customer focused approach; and an expectation of others to do likewise.
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Supportive and helpful team player with a flexible and positive attitude.
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Proactively share knowledge, skills, and experience with others to increase team performance.
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Deliver a high volume of quality work on time.
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Strive to get things right first time.
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Strive to meet objectives and improve performance.
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Highly organised with good attention to detail.
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Prioritise work well.
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Work effectively and responsibly without close supervision.
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Reflect and evaluate own performance in order to identify areas for improvement; maintain a learning and development plan.
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Happy to travel client sites or offices, as well as Stark offices, as required.
Technical Skills & Knowledge
Essential
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Possess an accreditation with the Institution of Gas Engineers and Managers (IGEM), to a minimum of Incorporated level (min. IEng).
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Strong understanding of Pressure System Safety Regulations (PSSR) 2000.
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I&C metering accreditations and Gas Safe Register (GSR)
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Detailed knowledge of IGEM standards
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Contractor management experience and CDM awareness.
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Previous experience of working in, as well as a passion for, the natural gas industry - ideally either metering or distribution.
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Ability to visit and access 3rd party construction sites.
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Must be literate, numerate and IT proficient, particularly with MS office package, MS Word, Excel etc.
Desirable
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Strong knowledge of the gas metering industry, particularly I&C meters
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Ability to work within a fast-paced team environment and also as stand-alone
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SCO qualifications.
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NEBOSH or IOSH qualification.
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Experience managing major industrial metering projects.
Apply today. Successful candidates will hear from us within 10 days.
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