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# Network Assistant

- **Company:** SGN
- **Location:** Orpington, United Kingdom
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £40,200 - £49,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Geographic Information Systems, Data Analysis, Antivirus Softwares, ArcGIS (Software), ArcMap, Microsoft Outlook, Network Analysis, Microsoft Office
- **Published:** November 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/network-assistant/57547093

## About the Role

Teamwork, Microsoft Excel, * We're looking for someone with a good business knowledge and understanding of the gas industry, as well as a thorough knowledge of SGN systems and processes. This opportunity would suit a motivated and innovative individual, who enjoys flexibility as well as leading and supporting new technology, process change and different ways of working.

 * Ability to respond and adapt quickly to change; and meet tight deadlines.
 * Highly motivated with a flexible approach
 * Ability to work in a fast-paced office environment as part of a wider team.
 * Ability to learn and develop new skills quickly with good attention to detail.
 * Strong communication skills and confident sharing ideas and contributing to meetings.
 * Previous GIS experience (ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise Portal, ArcGIS Online) and/or Synergi experience preferred.
 * Advanced Excel experience would be beneficial., * Antivirus Administration
 * Business Data Management
 * Communication Skills
 * Health and Safety Principles
 * Microsoft Excel
 * Microsoft Office Applications
 * Problem Solving
 * Self-Motivation
 * Teamwork
 * Work Flexibility

## Description

We're looking for a Network Assistant to join our Planning team within Network Distribution, based at our St Mary Cray office.

This is a key support role helping to plan the gas distribution mains replacement programme across Southern England, contributing to the safe, reliable and cost-effective development of the network.

You'll provide planning and administrative support throughout the development of mains replacement projects, helping to ensure projects are accurately scoped, recorded and progressed in line with programme requirements and statutory obligations.

We deliver safety, warmth, and comfort to homes and businesses. Every role, whether in the office or on the front line, plays a key part in this mission. Here's how you will contribute…

 * You'll provide expert technical analysis and planning support to ensure the gas network continues to operate safely, efficiently, and in line with statutory obligations. Your responsibilities will include:
 * Maintaining a current and thorough knowledge of the mains distribution supply system.
 * Supporting the development and enhancements to the company's GIS systems and applications.
 * Supporting the development and planning of mains replacement projects to support business strategy and programmes.
 * Reviewing network and project information to support initial project scoping.
 * Maintaining accurate project data and records across relevant planning systems.
 * The preparation and delivery of the yearly REPEX programme. This will include the scoping of projects, preparing project drawings, estimating using Planning Analytics proxy, producing the pre- construction CDM packs, and issuing projects.
 * Attending meetings to discuss construction method, time scales and any specialist design criteria.
 * Liaising with Strategic Planning regularly to discuss network analysis design requirements.
 * Providing an efficient and effective service to other business units.
 * Processing any design variations on projects.
 * Support other Network Distribution workloads as needed.
 * Maintaining internal trackers, providing reports and MI on Network Planning workstreams.
 * Proficient in the MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel).