Permit to Work Coordinator

Overview

In this role, you will oversee the permit to work (PTW) process to ensure safe, efficient maintenance and project work. You will work closely with the EHS team to support the site’s safety objectives and ensure real-time PTW visibility and compliance. You will train, coach, and validate competence in PTW practices while driving continuous improvement and incident prevention. This position offers the chance to shape safe working behaviours on a COMAH site and contribute to a culture of excellence.

Responsibilities

• Issue permits for high/low energy hot work, pressure jetting, and confined space entry
• Monitor PTW status and drive real-time visibility via the Permit Tracker
• Coordinate daily permit activities to prevent conflicts and maintain safety
• Conduct audits and observations (e.g., 90 Day Red Tag Master, Life Critical Guard, PTW) and report findings
• Provide training on PTW processes and standards; perform competency assessments
• Advise on PTW policies and procedures; maintain related paperwork and checklists
• Coach plant personnel on EH&S issues related to PTW; investigate unplanned events and implement corrective actions
• Collaborate with the EHS department to reinforce standards and behaviours
• Attend daily coordination meetings and lead monthly permit assessments
• Coordinate PTW activities during plant shutdowns and project work
• Maintain stock of PTW documents and ensure updates to policies

Key requirements

• Some professional experience within the chemical industry
• Understanding of a permit to work system (hot work, pressure jetting, confined space entry, energy isolation, working at heights)
• Strong personal safety focus and ability to promote safe practices
• Credible communication across all levels
• Good organisational and planning skills; ability to multi-task and work under pressure
• Strong IT skills
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented and methodical
• Calm under pressure and deadline-driven
• In-depth knowledge of permit to work systems and related standards
• Ability to perform audits and competency assessments
• Experience delivering PTW training and coaching

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