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Shift Control Engineer in Coventry

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Cadent Gas Ltd



Lead the governance that drives transformational change  



Looking for a role where you can make a real impact? This is your chance to join Cadent’s Energy Control Centre, where you’ll be at the heart of keeping the UK’s gas networks running safely and efficiently. You’ll monitor and manage our five major networks, ensuring millions of homes and businesses stay powered.



With structured training, excellent career development, and competitive shift allowances, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, critical environment. Joining the shift support team in the energy control centre.



Why you’ll love this role  



Strategic Visibility – Operate at the heart of large-scale change across our Energy Control Centre.

End-to-End Ownership – Lead the real-time operation of the gas distribution network, authorising site works and making key decisions.

Leadership Influence – Work closely with senior stakeholders, shaping operational delivery and creating accountability at every level.

Agile Delivery – Flex between monitoring and managing gas flows within commercial and physical limits, and stepping in to manage specific projects when needed.

Continuous Improvement – Embed best practice across the function and improve how we deliver, track, and communicate change.  



Take control – Monitor and manage the real-time operation of the gas distribution network, authorising site works and making key decisions. Stay alert – Respond to equipment and plant alarms, managing gas flows within commercial and physical limits. Keep it accurate – Maintain detailed records and data in line with ISO 9001 compliance. Work together – Represent the Control Room when dealing with internal and external agencies. Be prepared – Support emergency response plans and drive process improvements.



What you’ll bring  



Technical Credentials  A HNC in a STEM subject, non STEM equivalent qualification’s however will be considered based on operational experience.



Professional engineering qualification (CEng or IEng) is with a willingness to work towards if not already achieved essential .



Operational Experience – Control room or operational experience but not essential, as full training is provided.

Sharp Decision-Making Skills – Ability to work calmly under pressure and make key decisions.

Detail-Focused – Excellent data accuracy and monitoring abilities.

Flexible – Able to work a rotational 24/7 shift pattern if required in line with agreed notice periods.  



This is a shift working role, following a 24/7 rotational shift pattern. Two shift patterns apply:



24/7 shift rota working Morning/Afternoon and Night shifts attracting 26% shift allowance.

Alternating shift pattern working Morning/Afternoon shifts Monday – Friday attracts 13.5% shift allowance. (Potentially utilised during periods of training)  



If you are successful for this role, NSV checks will apply

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Shift Control Engineer in Coventry

Coventry, UK
Full time

Published on 04/08/2026

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