Permit & Isolation Coordinator

Our client is currently recruiting for the position of Permit & Isolation Coordinator, based in Barrow-in-Furness.
 
Responsibilities:
 
SSoW Management & Coordination

• Manage day-to-day SSoW processes. Chair daily verification and SIMOPS meetings.
• Ensure alignment of work activities and risk controls.

 
Permit to Work Execution

• Act as Issuing Authority for permits. Ensure permits are robust, risk assessed, and compliant.
• Maintain high standards of permit quality and control.

 
Isolation Control & ICC Governance

• Prepare and control Isolation Control Certificates (ICCs).
• Conduct LTI audits and isolation reviews.
• Ensure integrity of isolations and prevention of loss of containment.

 
Operating Integrity (OI) Support

• Support CoW Supervisor in delivery of OI requirements.
• Ensure compliance with OI standards and procedures.
• Contribute to assurance and continuous improvement.

 
SIMOPS & Risk Management

• Coordinate simultaneous operations to minimise risk.
• Ensure clear communication of hazards and controls.
• Intervene where conflicts or risks are identified.

 
System Ownership & Governance (P-Vision)

• Own P-Vision system accuracy and housekeeping.
• Ensure data integrity and compliance with system requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date and reliable work control records.

 
Compliance & Assurance

• Ensure adherence to SSoW and company procedures.
• Identify and address non-compliance.
• Support audits and assurance activities.

 
Continuous Improvement & Discipline

• Drive improvements in CoW and permit processes. Promote operational discipline and best practice. Support lessons learned and system enhancements.

 
Experience & Qualifications:

• Demonstrable record in Health, Safety and Environment management, complying with legislation, with IOSH and other relevant competencies expected for the job role.
• Demonstrable experience in petrochemical process operations or maintenance.
• The inherent hazards of operating in this nature and the substances involved require the job holder to possess a thorough knowledge of procedures and the process systems to ensure the ongoing integrity of health, safety and environmental performance.
• Proven experience of and the ability to stimulate creativity, innovation and change culture, coach individuals and manage real change across a diverse workforce.
• The successful candidate will have practical experience and demonstrate a clear understanding of terminal process plant, specifically including the technologies used at the terminals
• Technical knowledge and experience of the Permit to Work System
• BTEC Ordinary Certificate or equivalent in an engineering discipline
• An Engineering Apprenticeship with associated experience & qualifications (ONC or equivalent minimum) will ideally underpin the successful candidate’s credentials.
• Desirable, qualified to degree level or similar

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Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services – Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management – across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables.