Permit to Work Coordinator

Job reference

1281130

Location

Wales, United Kingdom

Sector

Energy - Oil & Gas

Function

Project Management

Employment type

Contract

Date published

September 30, 2026

PERMIT TO WORK (PTW) COORDINATOR

Location:

Padeswood, UK

Contract Duration:

12 months (renewable) - Inside IR35

Job Status:

Full-Time, Site-Based

Start Date:

ASAP

Account Manager:

Anthony Hughes

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Permit to Work (PTW) Coordinator to support a major Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS) project in North Wales.This role is responsible for managing and coordinating the site-wide Permit to Work system, ensuring all construction and commissioning activities are safely controlled, properly authorised, and compliant with project procedures and statutory requirements.

Working closely with construction teams, contractors, commissioning personnel, and HSE stakeholders, you will play a critical role in maintaining effective control of work and managing simultaneous operations (SIMOPS) across the project.

Responsibilities

• Administer and control the site-wide Permit to Work (PTW) system

• Coordinate construction and commissioning activities to ensure safe execution of work

• Chair daily PTW and SIMOPS meetings to review and approve permit activities

• Review, issue, authorise, and close permits in accordance with project procedures

• Provide guidance and training on PTW requirements and processes

• Maintain PTW registers, records, and SIMOPS tracking systems

• Monitor compliance with permit conditions and escalate non-conformances where required

• Verify risk assessments and Task-Based Risk Assessments (TBRA) are completed before work commences

• Support the coordination of electrical, mechanical, and process isolations

• Generate PTW statistics and reporting, identifying trends and improvement opportunities

• Interface with contractors, construction management, HSE teams, and client representatives

• Support the transition from paper-based permit systems to digital PTW platforms

Requirements

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent qualification

• Minimum 5 years' experience within construction, industrial, energy, or other high-hazard environments

• Proven experience managing Permit to Work systems on large construction or EPC/EPCM projects

• Strong understanding of SIMOPS management and control of work processes

• Experience supporting risk management and safe systems of work

• Knowledge of HSE legislation and construction safety requirements

• Experience with digital PTW systems is desirable

• Experience working on major capital projects is advantageous

• Strong organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and digital management systems

• Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage competing priorities

• CSCS card and HSE auditing experience would be advantageous

The Next Step

This is an excellent opportunity to join a major Carbon Capture & Storage project and play a key role in ensuring the safe coordination of construction and commissioning activities. If you have strong PTW experience within large industrial or construction projects, please apply or contact the recruitment partner for further information.

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