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Join Our Team at BPA: Officially Where it’s a Great Place to Work! About BPA: At BPA, we’re proud to be jointly owned by BP and Shell - two of the world’s leading oil majors - which gives us the strength and stability of industry giants. Yet, with a close-knit team of around 180 professionals across the UK, we maintain a genuinely friendly, supportive, and collaborative environment. Our size means every individual is valued, and we work together as one team -sharing knowledge, supporting each other, and celebrating our successes collectively. This whole-team focus allows us to deliver industry-leading hydrocarbon transport and storage solutions, while providing the personal touch that only a united team can offer! Our People: What sets BPA apart is our people. We are committed to the development and growth of everyone in our team. Our leadership are invested in ongoing training, professional qualifications, and mentoring to help staff reach their full potential. For example, we offer regular technical training, support for gaining industry-recognised certifications, and opportunities to take on new responsibilities or lead projects. By encouraging continuous learning and providing clear pathways for progression, we ensure that everyone can enjoy a rewarding career and, together, deliver outstanding technical advice and services to our clients. What's the Job About? You will join BPA’s Operations Team and provide field‑based technical support to ensure the safe, effective and compliant operation of cathodic protection (CP) and corrosion control systems across pipelines, terminals and high‑hazard sites. Acting as the team’s on‑site CP specialist, you will carry out routine monitoring, inspections and surveys, troubleshoot system issues, and maintain and commission CP equipment in accordance with BPA procedures and engineering standards. Working closely with the Integrity Team, contractors, landowners and operational teams, you will manage day‑to‑day CP activities, resolve technical problems and maintain accurate records. Through sound engineering judgement and effective coordination of work, you will help protect asset integrity, support project delivery and uphold BPA’s safety and performance standards. What You'll Be Doing: • Carry out routine monitoring, inspection and testing of cathodic protection (CP) systems across BPA’s pipelines, terminals and high‑hazard sites, ensuring all activities comply with BPA procedures and engineering standards., • Manage day‑to‑day CP operations including data collection, validating survey results, updating CP databases and CMMS records, and supporting timely completion of routine monitoring schedules., • Act as BPA’s on‑site CP specialist, liaising with landowners, contractors, operations teams and engineering colleagues to ensure clear communication of requirements and safe execution of field activities., • Diagnose CP faults through structured troubleshooting, perform repairs, install replacement equipment and undertake specialist surveys such as CIPS, DCVG, PCM and AC / DC interference testing., • Work closely with the Integrity Team to resolve technical issues, optimise CP system performance and support planning for project and maintenance activities., • Maintain accurate technical records, drawings and reports to support asset integrity, regulatory compliance and project documentation., • Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance CP performance, streamline processes and support the roll‑out of improved procedures and practices. What You’ll Need: • A minimum of ICORR Level 2 Certification (or equivalent) and a full UK driving licence, with the ability to travel across the UK including occasional overnight stays., • Good understanding of cathodic protection principles, survey techniques, associated equipment and relevant industry standards., • Proven experience in corrosion management or CP operations within pipelines, terminals or other high‑hazard industrial environments., • Confident in troubleshooting CP issues, interpreting technical data, and working with databases, GIS tools and CMMS systems., • Ability to prepare, interpret and update drawings, maps, procedures and technical reports with accuracy., • Clear communication skills and strong organisation, with the ability to work independently across multiple sites while applying sound engineering judgement in a practical field environment. Salary Basic salary of £38,000 + overtime What’s on Offer: • Ongoing training and development opportunities to support your professional growth, • Generous pension (up to 12% employer contribution, 2% minimum employee), • Annual bonus scheme (up to 12% of annual salary) with an extra 6% possible for standout performance – that’s 18%!, • Life insurance (4x annual salary), • 28 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays plus the ability to buy/sell holidays, • Family friendly policies from day 1 of employment, • An award winning Private Medical Insurance scheme with additional perks, • Employee assistance support scheme, • Various well-being initiatives, • Company Van + overtime This is a field-based position travelling the South Region. You will need a full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK. Join us and become a vital part of a team, Keeping the UK Moving 24/7/365! Diversity & Inclusion We know that diverse teams drive innovation and excellence. Research shows that people from underrepresented groups may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every requirement. At BPA, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every detail in the job description, we encourage you to still apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.