Operations Technician (Electrical, Instrumentation & Cyber)

Join National Gas as an Operations Technician and help maintain the systems and infrastructure that keep Britain's gas transmission network operating safely and reliably.

We're looking for people with experience in Electrical, Instrumentation, Control Systems, Operational Technology, or Cyber environments. You'll support critical operational assets across the network, helping to improve reliability, resolve faults, and protect the systems that underpin our operations.

Our operational sites play a vital role in transporting gas across the country. Keeping these assets performing safely, securely, and reliably is essential to network performance and energy security.

This is a varied, hands-on role where you'll work across maintenance, fault finding, system improvements, and operational technology. Whether your background is Electrical, Instrumentation, Automation, or Cyber, you'll have the opportunity to broaden your technical expertise while supporting critical national infrastructure.

Maintain electrical, instrumentation, control, and operational technology assets across multiple operational sites

Diagnose faults and restore equipment performance to support reliable network operations

Support the maintenance and improvement of PLC, SCADA, control, and industrial network systems

Carry out inspections, testing, and planned maintenance activities

Support the implementation of operational technology and cyber security controls

Collaborate with contractors, engineers, and specialist teams to deliver safe and effective solutions

Participate in a standby rota following training

This role would suit someone who enjoys hands-on technical work, solving problems, and working in a field-based operational environment.

Experience in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, Control Systems, Operational Technology, Automation, or Cyber-related environments

Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills

Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, or technical documentation

Experience working with industrial equipment, control systems, or operational assets

Strong focus on safety, reliability, and engineering standards

Ability to work independently and manage work across multiple locations

Full UK driving licence

Experience with PLC, SCADA, instrumentation, industrial control, or network systems

Knowledge of Operational Technology (OT) or industrial cyber security principles

Experience working within utilities, manufacturing, process industries, or critical infrastructure

Electrical, Instrumentation, Engineering, or related technical qualification

Experience participating in a standby rota

This role is subject to National Security Vetting (NSV). Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain Security Clearance (SC) throughout their employment. For further information, visit GOV.UK (UK Security Vetting: Clearance Levels).

We're building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve, championing diversity, and creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued for their unique contribution. We support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond.

National Gas is a Disability Confident employer and signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant.