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Permit Authoriser - Engineering Company

Are you a skilled and experienced Permit Authoriser with a passion for safety and a background in heavy engineering, preferably in the steel industry? If so, this is an exciting opportunity to join a renowned company based in Sheffield.

About them

They are a leading heavy engineering company renowned for producing the largest and most technically challenging cast and forged steel components in the world. With there state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, they take pride in delivering top-quality products to their clients.

The Role: 

As a Permit Authoriser, you will play a crucial role within the Site Services Department. You will be the central figure in the day-to-day management of the permit system, responsible for authorising all work requiring a permit to work. Your primary objective will be to ensure the safe control of work activities, aligning with company policies and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement the Permit to Work procedure for all staff and contractors within your area of responsibility.
• Manage isolations and coordinate work activities daily.
• Act as a liaison between work organisers, site contacts, engineering managers, and production and project managers to ensure safe execution of work with minimal impact on our production operation.
• Plan and schedule permitted work in advance, responding efficiently to emergent work, dynamic worksite/task changes, and breakdowns to maintain safe control over all simultaneous permitted work activities.

Requirements:

• Valid Permit to Work training and knowledge/experience.
• Proficiency in developing information systems, including spreadsheet usage.
• In-depth knowledge of Health and Safety in the workplace and a track record of supporting H&S improvements.
• Extensive understanding of the heavy engineering industry, preferably with experience in the Steel Industry.

Working Hours:

• South Machine Shop: Monday – Friday 07:45 – 16:00
• Work Rolls: Monday – Friday 07:45 – 16:15
• Site Services: Monday – Friday 06:00 – 14:15
• Projects: Monday – Friday flexible hours

What They Offer:

• Join a long-established local employer with a strong reputation.
• Work in a state-of-the-art new facility with modern amenities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Enjoy 33 days of annual leave (7.5 hours per day).
• Convenient central location with free onsite parking.
• Benefit from a matched Pension scheme and Life Assurance Scheme.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme for personal support.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies to maintain work-life balance.
• On-site Occupational Health provision for Health Screening and wellbeing focus topics.
• Participate in the Discounted Westfield Health Cash Plan Scheme.
• Receive support through our Occupational Sick Pay Scheme.
• Access exclusive online discounts with 'You at Work.'

Location: Sheffield | Salary: 30000 per year | Job type: Permanent | Posted: 01/09/2023