At Cadent we’re excited to be part of the future of UK energy! We’ve got a clear roadmap that will both drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving their net zero target by 2050.
We’re making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together we’re creating a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers who we put at the heart of everything we do.
This is a unique opportunity to become a member of our Construction Management office Team in London. Developing skills in engineering, you will work alongside your business peers to support our team interfacing with our customers, our operational colleagues and the engineering functions you will quickly make your mark as an engineer of the future.
You’ll work directly with our colleagues in a supervisory support capacity whilst we provide gas to businesses, homes and industries. That way, you can grow your skills and knowledge to help us provide our customers with an even better service. There’s a real sense of purpose about a career with Cadent. And there’s great pride in knowing that you’re playing a vital part in keeping the nation safe and warm.
Over the 24-month programme, you’ll develop leadership skills, gain technical exposure and understanding, and experience professional development, through a combination of theoretical learning and on the job experience. You’ll study towards achieving a HNC in Mechanical Engineering HNC in mechanical, electrical or instrumentation depending on the discipline.
You’ll be supported every step of the way by a dedicated programme manager, business mentor and line manager. Our community of trainees also provide the perfect support network, pulling from their personal experience they’ll provide guidance and assistance and you’ll inspire each other from the very start.
Cadent’s has an extensive gas network where we carry out gas mains replacement which comprises of replacing the ageing metallic pipes with new durable fit for purpose polyethene pipes for future generations, this work ensures the integrity and safety of the gas distribution network and to support our Net Zero and Hydrogen ambitions.
In London we cover a wide range of works including replacement, new installations and support customer driven works involving some major capital work in some of the most high profile locations.
We are based across an extensive area with office locations in Slough, Barnet, Romford with other strategically placed bases and depots to facilitate the work.
Cadent will keep your energy flowing, but to work here you’ll have high levels of personal and professional energy, plus lots of drive and motivation too. You’ll have a forward-thinking mind-set with a passion for customer service to delight our customers. We’re looking for individuals with team spirit who act with curiosity, courage, pride, purpose and ownership to join our team. Along with:
When you’re responsible for some of the most challenging and vital work around, it’s only right that you receive some of the best rewards and benefits around too. With us, you can expect a starting salary of £23,500 which rises within each year of your training, plus;
You will have the opportunity on our programme to make a real difference and become one of Cadent’s ambassadors for STEM. Representing our programme across the business up to senior stakeholders and within our external communities.
Cadent embraces Diversity and Inclusion and we have a number of initiatives in place to support this. These include development programmes designed for female colleagues and an employment scheme aimed at young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities which our Graduates play a key role in running.
We celebrate what makes us different, as well as what we have in common. This enables us to work better as one team shaping a dynamic, innovative and inclusive culture. Our employee communities support us in keeping our employees engaged and motivated and through our partnerships and covenants we ensure our workforce reflects our communities in all their diversity.
Cadent is a Disability Confident employer so if you require any reasonable adjustments as part of our recruitment process, please get in touch and let us know. We’re also happy to discuss flexible working options should the role accommodate it.
Be part of something big. Join us and help shape the future of gas for generations to come.
This programme will start in September 2022
Please note that we may close this vacancy before the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of interest. We therefore recommend that you submit your application at your earliest convenience.
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