Senior CP Technician

Job Title: CP Technician Department: Operations Location: Hemel Hempstead / Field based – travelling the South Region

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!

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.

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.

• 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.

• A minimum of ICORR Level2 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…