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Our client is seeking a Permit to Work Systems Lead to join their team in a permanent full-time position.
Job Title:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Permit to Work Systems Lead
Location:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Dover
Salary:                         up to £28K pa depending on experience
Hours:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday
Benefits:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 25 days leave + 8 BH, free parking, contributory pension
                                   Discretional annual bonus, Health Care, LA - lots more
Are you passionate about safety, systems, and making a real impact? The Permit to Work (PTW) System Lead will oversee the permit to work system and champion safe systems of work.
Permit to Work Systems Lead - Job Description
- Lead the PTW system and a small team, ensuring safe and compliant contractor works.
- Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for PTW and Safe Systems of Work (SSOW).
- Be the primary contact for third-party providers and internal stakeholders.
- Approve low/medium risk RAMS and ensure correct routing of permits.
- Make daily risk-based decisions to prevent incidents and ensure compliance.
- Deliver training and support for internal and external users.
- Administer, develop, and report on the PTW system, collaborating with IT.
- Conduct site and system audits, driving continuous improvement.
- Maintain and update PTW and SSOW policies and documentation.
Permit to Work Systems Lead - Skills and qualifications
- GCSEs grade 4 or above (including Maths & English).
- Experience in construction, engineering, or safe systems of work.
- Experience with electronic workflow systems or willingness to learn.
- Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
- Analytical, detail-focused, and able to work at pace.
- Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder skills.
- Proactive, flexible, and committed to continuous learning.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
