Our client is proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our personnel, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you are invited to apply for this role.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and safety-focused Permit to Work Supervisor to oversee and manage the permit-to-work system for high-risk activities on site. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, authorizing, and monitoring permits to ensure all hazardous tasks are carried out safely and in compliance with regulatory standards.
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Key Responsibilities:
Permit Issuance & Authorization:
1. Evaluate and issue permits for hazardous work including hot work (welding, cutting), confined space entry, electrical work, working at height, and excavation.
2. Ensure all safety precautions are clearly documented and communicated before work begins.
Risk Assessment & Control:
3. Review method statements and risk assessments for each task.
4. Verify that appropriate control measures such as PPE, barriers, and ventilation systems are in place and effective.
Coordination & Communication:
5. Liaise with site managers, contractors, and workers to ensure full understanding of permit conditions.
6. Coordinate activities to prevent overlapping or conflicting work that could pose safety risks
Monitoring & Compliance:
7. Conduct regular site inspections to ensure work is being performed in accordance with permit conditions.
8. Take immediate action to stop work if unsafe conditions are observed or if permit terms are violated.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
9. Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and permit-to-work systems.
10. Excellent communication and coordination skills.
11. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain high safety standards under pressure.
Qualification
12. Relevant Degree or certifications
13. Relevant experience