Permit Issuer
| Posting date: | 30 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 November 2025 |
| Location: | DL12 8DT |
| Company: | Mitie |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 84641 |
Summary
Job Overview Permit Coordination:
-Issue, review, and manage permits for various work activities (e.g., excavation, confined space entry, hot work).
-Maintain registers for gas testing and other safety-critical tasks.
Risk Assessment & Safety Oversight:
-Conduct or review risk assessments before permit issuance.
-Inspect work areas to ensure compliance with safety protocols and permit conditions.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
-Liaise with contractors, project managers, and safety officers to align on permit requirements.
-Coordinate with statutory undertakers and local authorities for street works or environmental permits.
Compliance & Accreditation Support:
-Assist in maintaining ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety) certifications.
-Ensure legal standards are met and continuously improved upon.
Documentation & Reporting:
-Ensure timely completion and archiving of permit documentation post-project.
-Provide reports and updates to HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) teams and management.
Main Duties
Conduct Risk Assessments:
-Evaluate potential hazards related to the work activity.
-Ensure appropriate control measures are in place before issuing permits.
Verify Safety Precautions:
-Confirm that isolation procedures, gas testing, and other safety checks are completed.
-Ensure that all necessary PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is available and used correctly.
Issue and Authorize Permits:
-Prepare and authorize permits for high-risk tasks such as hot work, confined space entry, electrical work, and excavation.
-Clearly define the scope, duration, and conditions of the work.
Coordinate with Stakeholders:
-Communicate with supervisors, contractors, and safety officers to align on permit requirements.
-Ensure that all involved personnel understand the risks and precautions.
Monitor and Audit Work Activities:
-Conduct site inspections to verify compliance with permit conditions.
-Revoke or suspend permits if unsafe conditions arise.
Maintain Documentation:
-Keep accurate records of issued permits, risk assessments, and safety checks.
-Archive completed permits for future reference and audits.
Close Out Permits:
-Ensure that work is completed safely and all conditions are met before closing the permit.
-Confirm that the worksite is restored to a safe condition
What we are looking forEducation:
-Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent.
-Preferred: NEBOSH, IOSH, or other HSE-related certifications.
Technical Understanding:
-Familiarity with Permit-to-Work systems and safety protocols.
-Knowledge of ISO 45001 and other relevant safety standards.
Legal Awareness:
-Understanding of local and international health and safety regulations.
Skills & Competencies
Attention to Detail:
-Ability to identify hazards and ensure all safety measures are in place before issuing permits.
Communication Skills:
-Clear and effective communication with contractors, supervisors, and safety teams.
Organizational Skills:
-Capable of managing multiple permits and maintaining accurate documentation.
Problem Solving:
-Able to assess risks and make informed decisions under pressure.
IT Proficiency:
-Comfortable using digital permit systems and safety management software.
Personal Attributes
Integrity & Accountability:
-Committed to upholding safety standards and ethical practices.
Team Player:
-Works collaboratively with various stakeholders to ensure safe operations.
Proactive Attitude:
-Takes initiative in identifying and resolving safety concerns.
Calm Under Pressure:
-Maintains composure in high-risk or emergency situations.
Experience
Industry Background:
-Experience in construction, oil & gas, manufacturing, or other high-risk environments.
Permit Management:
-Prior involvement in issuing, monitoring, and closing work permits.
-Issue, review, and manage permits for various work activities (e.g., excavation, confined space entry, hot work).
-Maintain registers for gas testing and other safety-critical tasks.
Risk Assessment & Safety Oversight:
-Conduct or review risk assessments before permit issuance.
-Inspect work areas to ensure compliance with safety protocols and permit conditions.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
-Liaise with contractors, project managers, and safety officers to align on permit requirements.
-Coordinate with statutory undertakers and local authorities for street works or environmental permits.
Compliance & Accreditation Support:
-Assist in maintaining ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety) certifications.
-Ensure legal standards are met and continuously improved upon.
Documentation & Reporting:
-Ensure timely completion and archiving of permit documentation post-project.
-Provide reports and updates to HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) teams and management.
Main Duties
Conduct Risk Assessments:
-Evaluate potential hazards related to the work activity.
-Ensure appropriate control measures are in place before issuing permits.
Verify Safety Precautions:
-Confirm that isolation procedures, gas testing, and other safety checks are completed.
-Ensure that all necessary PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is available and used correctly.
Issue and Authorize Permits:
-Prepare and authorize permits for high-risk tasks such as hot work, confined space entry, electrical work, and excavation.
-Clearly define the scope, duration, and conditions of the work.
Coordinate with Stakeholders:
-Communicate with supervisors, contractors, and safety officers to align on permit requirements.
-Ensure that all involved personnel understand the risks and precautions.
Monitor and Audit Work Activities:
-Conduct site inspections to verify compliance with permit conditions.
-Revoke or suspend permits if unsafe conditions arise.
Maintain Documentation:
-Keep accurate records of issued permits, risk assessments, and safety checks.
-Archive completed permits for future reference and audits.
Close Out Permits:
-Ensure that work is completed safely and all conditions are met before closing the permit.
-Confirm that the worksite is restored to a safe condition
What we are looking forEducation:
-Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent.
-Preferred: NEBOSH, IOSH, or other HSE-related certifications.
Technical Understanding:
-Familiarity with Permit-to-Work systems and safety protocols.
-Knowledge of ISO 45001 and other relevant safety standards.
Legal Awareness:
-Understanding of local and international health and safety regulations.
Skills & Competencies
Attention to Detail:
-Ability to identify hazards and ensure all safety measures are in place before issuing permits.
Communication Skills:
-Clear and effective communication with contractors, supervisors, and safety teams.
Organizational Skills:
-Capable of managing multiple permits and maintaining accurate documentation.
Problem Solving:
-Able to assess risks and make informed decisions under pressure.
IT Proficiency:
-Comfortable using digital permit systems and safety management software.
Personal Attributes
Integrity & Accountability:
-Committed to upholding safety standards and ethical practices.
Team Player:
-Works collaboratively with various stakeholders to ensure safe operations.
Proactive Attitude:
-Takes initiative in identifying and resolving safety concerns.
Calm Under Pressure:
-Maintains composure in high-risk or emergency situations.
Experience
Industry Background:
-Experience in construction, oil & gas, manufacturing, or other high-risk environments.
Permit Management:
-Prior involvement in issuing, monitoring, and closing work permits.