Works Permitting Engineer - CON20010

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We have an opportunity for a Works Permitting Engineer - CON20010 working with The MEH Alliance on the Hinkley Point C Project.

Role Overview :

• Appropriate procedures are established and maintained for all work done under the permit-to-work system 
• To help in the preparation of permits, and responsible for the supervision and performance of the work, are identified and competent 
• Ensure sufficient resources are provided to enable the permit-to-work system to be correctly implemented and run.
• Maintain a register of permits and advise holders to renew. 
• Maintain a register of Method Statements in use and advise holders when a periodic review is required. 
• Maintain a register of permit acceptors and isolating authorities. 
• Manage, audit and monitor the permit to work system, to ensure compliance with company and client’s procedures and processes. 
• Control and initiate site audits to ensure compliance with the safe system of work. 
• Ensures copies of permits, or records of their issue, are kept for a specified period to enable auditing or incident investigation. 
• Instruct relevant authorised personnel to organise supplementary permits and isolation certificates such as mechanical, electrical, confined space etc. in preparation for start of works. 
• Build strong relationships with the permit to work team and client representatives
• Problem solver, organised, ability to prioritise and deliver within a high-paced environment.
• Commitment drive and the ability to work on one’s own initiative.
• Proven track record in nuclear power preferred 

Minimum Qualifications/ Experience:

• Mechanical or electrical degree or similar qualification where it can be demonstrated that safety management was a core module of that qualification 
• Working toward a NEBOSH 
• Engineering or process background required. 
• Proven ability to perform in a safety orientated capacity, excellent written and oral communications skills, and a thorough knowledge of risk management practices. 
• Conversant with all related legislation, codes and standards.  
• Competent in making presentations and leading meetings at Director and Senior Management level 
• Thorough knowledge of CDM regulations 
• Positive, can-do mentality 
• Proven track record of success 

Additional Qualifications/ Experience:    

• 5-10 years’ experience in a technical role or coordinator on large-scale projects such as power plants, refineries, petrochemical plants, preferably new build.
• Experienced in working in a Joint Venture or Alliance environment 
• Nuclear experience would be an advantage.
• Through understanding of permits and the reasons for the use of permits.

For this role you must have evidence of right to work in the UK. As a project, we do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.