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Lead the streetworks strategy that drives compliance, performance and collaboration
As our Streetworks and Reinstatement Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping how Cadent delivers streetworks and reinstatement activity across the network. This isn't just about managing compliance – it's about leading strategic responses to operational, commercial and regulatory challenges while ensuring we deliver safe, efficient and customer-focused outcomes.
You'll lead a team responsible for streetworks performance, reinstatement activities, permit compliance and stakeholder engagement, working closely with Local Delivery Partners, Highways Authorities, regulators and internal teams. From managing significant financial liabilities and performance risks through to driving innovation and collaborative working opportunities, you'll be at the centre of some of the network's most important operational priorities.
This is a highly visible leadership role that combines people leadership, performance management, regulatory compliance and stakeholder influence, providing the opportunity to make a lasting impact on network performance and customer outcomes.
This role comes with a company car and, as travel across the network is required, a full UK driving licence is essential.
Why you'll love this role:
- Strategic Leadership – Lead and manage the Streetworks and Reinstatement function, driving performance, compliance and continuous improvement.
- Stakeholder Engagement – Build and maintain strong relationships with Highways Authorities, utility companies, regulators and Local Delivery Partners.
- Performance & Compliance Management – Oversee permit compliance, noticing requirements, reinstatement performance and regulatory reporting.
- Commercial Responsibility – Manage and challenge permit-related costs and fines exceeding £1 million annually, helping minimise risk and maximise value.
- Collaboration & Innovation – Drive collaborative streetworks initiatives, innovation opportunities and lane rental funding projects.
- Customer & Reputation Management – Lead responses to escalated complaints, challenges and stakeholder issues that may impact Cadent's reputation.
- Continuous Improvement – Develop new processes, embed best practice and implement improvements that enhance operational performance and efficiency.
What you'll bring:
- Streetworks Expertise – Significant knowledge of NRSWA, TMA and related streetworks legislation and compliance requirements.
- Leadership Capability – Strong people management experience with the ability to motivate, develop and lead high-performing teams.
- Stakeholder Influence – Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to influence at senior levels.
- Commercial Awareness – Experience managing performance, risk, costs and contractor relationships within operational environments.
- Strategic Thinking – Ability to identify opportunities, resolve complex challenges and drive long-term improvements.
- Operational Experience – Extensive experience within utility, contractor or operational delivery environments.
- Problem-Solving Skills – Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and complex issues.
Qualifications:
- HNC / NVQ (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline.
- NRSWA Supervisor Certification.
- Full UK driving licence.
- IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent safety qualification (desirable).
Apply now to lead a function that sits at the heart of operational delivery, regulatory performance and stakeholder collaboration across Cadent's network.
Interviews will be held shortly after the closing date.
Disclaimer: While the closing date is set as mentioned, we reserve the right to close the application process earlier if necessary, depending on the unique circumstances of each role.
At Cadent, we’re thrilled to be part of the future of UK energy!
We have a clear roadmap to drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050.
We’re making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together, we’re shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers, whom we put at the heart of everything we do.
What’s In It for You
Here at Cadent, we recognise that our people are truly unsung heroes. Quietly confident, delivering every day - that’s why we’re committed to supporting our people to get the best out of themselves. For this role, we offer:
- MyChoices, our flexible benefits programme, gives you access to a range of salary sacrifice benefits, including Private Medical Insurance for you and your family, plus a 24/7 Bupa HealthLine.
- 25 days’ holiday, plus 8 statutory days and an option to buy or sell holiday days
- An Annual Performance Bonus of up to 15% of your salary
- A generous pension scheme where the company double matches your contributions up to 12% i.e. if you contribute 6% a month, the company will contribute 12%
- A competitive salary that’s reviewed each year against the market median salary for your role, skills, knowledge and experience
- Generous family policies and flexible benefits
- A free Employee Assistance Line where you can get support and advice on any of the challenges you’re facing, completely confidentially
- Support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, course fees, books, examination fees and time off for study leave – so long as it’s relevant to your role
- Plus many more benefits that help you join the dots between your work and home life!
We support a healthy work-life balance and are open to flexible working options.
Diversity and Inclusion
Don’t meet every requirement? No problem! If you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application – you may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.
We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer. Our employee communities – Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability), the Cadent Military Community, the Grief Awareness Community, and the Men's Engagement Network (M.E.N) – can’t wait to welcome you!
As a proud Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process and we will ensure that support is provided.
What’s next?
To be considered for this role, please submit your application with an up-to-date CV and our Talent Acquisition team will get in touch soon. To learn more about Cadent, visit our website at Home | Cadent (cadentgas.com)
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