Gas Responsible Person

Your new companyProviding facilities management and infrastructure services across the Defence estate, this organisation plays a vital role in maintaining the environments where the UK's Armed Forces live, work and train. With a strong focus on safety, compliance, and operational excellence, the business is committed to delivering high-quality services that support critical national infrastructure.Your new roleAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Gas Responsible Person to join the Compliance team, providing expert technical leadership and ensuring the safe operation of gas systems across a diverse and nationally significant portfolio.You will act as the recognised technical authority for gas compliance within your region, ensuring natural gas, LPG and associated systems are managed safely and remain fully compliant with statutory legislation, Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) requirements, and organisational policies.Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing gas compliance activities across the estate.
• Ensuring statutory inspections, servicing, and preventative maintenance programmes are delivered effectively.
• Monitoring and reporting against key compliance requirements.
• Conducting audits and assurance reviews, identifying improvement opportunities and ensuring corrective actions are completed.
• Providing specialist technical advice on gas infrastructure, procedures, risk assessments, and safe systems of work.
• Supporting the design, installation, and commissioning of new and existing gas systems.
• Investigating incidents, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective actions.
• Managing gas-related risks and maintaining compliance records.
• Supporting emergency responses and participating in a one-in-four on-call rota.
• Working closely with contractors and supply chain partners to verify competence and monitor performance.
• Producing technical reports and presenting findings to senior stakeholders.
• Coaching operational teams and promoting a positive compliance and safety culture.

The role offers a combination of home, site visits, and travel across the Defence estate.What you'll need to succeedYou will have substantial experience managing gas compliance across large property, infrastructure, or facilities management portfolios, alongside a detailed understanding of:

• Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations
• Gas Safety Management Regulations
• Relevant British Standards
• Health and Safety legislation

You should also demonstrate:

• Experience conducting compliance audits and technical assurance reviews.
• The ability to make informed, risk-based decisions within highly regulated environments.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical capability.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and safety excellence.

Essential qualifications include:

• Current ACS Gas qualifications appropriate to the role.
• Mechanical or Building Services qualification (NVQ Level 3, HNC, HND, or equivalent).
• Membership of a relevant professional body, or willingness to work towards accreditation.

Desirable experience and qualifications include:

• Defence, MOD, Facilities Management, or similarly regulated environments.
• LPG systems knowledge.
• MOD Gas Safety Case and DIO policy experience.
• Knowledge of Defence engineering standards and IGEM/GL/6.
• SCO competencies.
• EUSR Gas registration.
• Engineering Technician (EngTech) status.
• IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary of £51,308.48
• 25 days annual leave
• 6% matched pension contribution
• Private medical cover
• Company car or car allowance
• Life assurance (2x annual salary)
• One professional subscription paid per year
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities
• Ongoing professional development and training

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