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Job Description
We currently have a vacancy for a Permit Issuer to join a landmark Energy project in Teesside. Reporting to the Permit lead (COMAH Top Tier), you will be responsible for issuing permits to work, ensuring the efficient and compliant processing of all permits required for operations at a Control of Major Accident Hazards (COMAH) Top Tier site. This role requires strong technical expertise in environmental, safety, and construction regulations, including a deep understanding of Permit to Work (PTW) systems.
This role will be based full time in Teesside.
Responsibilities
1. Team Management & Permit To Work Oversight
2. Foster a positive and collaborative team environment.
3. Act as part of a permit issuing team within the central point of coordination for the PTW System.
4. Attend daily Coordination / SIMOPS meetings as requested by the Permit Lead.
5. Attend training and briefings to develop your role as permit issuer.
6. Display and maintain all active Permits and supporting information for the site at the designated Permit to Work Office.
7. Ensure that displays at the Permit to Work Office accurately reflect the status of all Permits and other displayed documents.
8. Maintain an overview of all planned and in-progress operations (SIMOPS) at the worksite to avoid risks or conflicts caused by simultaneous activities.
9. Check if the work complies with any Client-agreed interfacing agreements.
10. Ensure relevant Area Authorities are aware of work impacting their areas.
11. Permitting & Compliance
12. Ensure compliance with all applicable environmental, safety, and operational regulations, including:
* COMAH Regulations: All relevant sections and guidance.
* Environmental Permits: IPPC, Environmental Permitting Regulations.
* Safety Permits: DSEAR, CIMAH.
* Construction Regulations: CDM 2015, Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
1. Monitor permit deadlines and ensure timely submission of all required information.
2. Build good relationships with regulatory agencies (e.g., Environment Agency, HSE).
3. Conduct regular audits and inspections to verify permit compliance.
4. Technical Expertise & Risk Management
5. Maintain in-depth knowledge of COMAH regulations, environmental permits, safety permits, and UK construction regulations (including CDM 2015).
6. Provide technical guidance and support within the Permit Issuing team.
7. Stay updated on legislative changes and industry best practices.
8. Review Permits to confirm the need for necessary isolations or gas tests.
9. Request the withdrawal of permits to the Area Authorities as required.
10. Ensure necessary alarm inhibits of fire and gas systems or other safety systems are in place and documented.
11. Ensure any necessary isolation is removed by the appropriate Isolating Authorities by reviewing signed Isolation permits prior to closure.
12. Ensure alarm inhibits to fire and gas systems or other safety systems are reinstated when required and documented.
13. Process Improvement & Record Keeping
14. Assist in implementing process improvements to streamline permitting, especially for construction activities.
15. Develop and maintain SOPs for permit management, incorporating CDM 2015 requirements.
16. Use data analysis to identify trends and areas for improvement.
17. Assist the Permit lead with daily permit management, including master logs and supporting documentation for 12 months.
18. Ensure oncoming Permit issuers are familiar with the PTW System.
19. Emergency Response
20. Interface with site emergency arrangements during emergencies.
Qualifications
* Minimum of 15 years of experience in safety, environmental, or operational roles within a COMAH regulated environment, preferably Top Tier.
* NEBOSH NGC or IOSH managing safety or equivalent.
* Proven experience with UK construction regulations, including CDM 2015.
* Experience working within a dynamic permit issuing team.
* In-depth knowledge of COMAH, environmental, and safety permits.
* Strong understanding of hazardous substances and risks.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
About Us
Costain helps improve lives with smart infrastructure solutions across the UK’s energy, water, transportation, and defence sectors. We focus on blue chip clients with strategic needs, offering services from consultancy to digital technology and asset optimisation. Our culture is built on our values.
A Disability Confident employer, we encourage applicants with disabilities to apply, with interviews offered to those who meet minimum criteria.
For more info, visit: Disability Confident Campaign
Additional Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Other
* Industry: Civil Engineering
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