PMC Permit Issuer Engineer

Wood; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Group Life and Personal Accident

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Professional development

Job summary

Wood in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced PMC Permit Issuer Engineer to oversee the Permit to Work system on project sites. You will administer, review and issue permits for hot/cold work, ensure JSA and risk assessments are in place, and coordinate with multiple contractors to maintain HSE compliance throughout construction, pre-commissioning and commissioning phases.

Required are a Bachelor's in Engineering and 10+ years in oil & gas or industrial projects with PTW experience.

Qualifications

• Experience with Permit to Work systems in major industrial facilities.
• Experience coordinating with multiple contractors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of HSE procedures and risk controls.

Responsibilities

• Administer, implement, and maintain the PTW system per HSE procedures.
• Review, verify, and issue permits for construction, commissioning, maintenance, and operations.
• Ensure permits are supported by JSA, risk assessments, method statements, and documentation.
• Verify hazards are identified and control measures are in place.
• Conduct site inspections prior to permit issuance for readiness and safety compliance.
• Ensure LOTO, isolation, gas testing, barricading and other precautions are in place before work begins.
• Issue and control permits for Hot Work, Cold Work, Confined Space, Excavation, Work at Height, Electrical Isolation, Lifting, Radiography, Pressure Testing, SIMOPS.

Skills

PTW systems

HSE coordination

Construction/Commissioning

Site coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced PMC Permit Issuer Engineer with a proven track record in administration, coordination, issuance, monitoring, and control of the Permit to Work (PTW) system at the project site. The role ensures that all construction, commissioning, maintenance, and operational activities are carried out safely and in compliance with project HSE requirements, company procedures, and regulatory standards for a high-profile client.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation. We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status-quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory. Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low-carbon concepts to reality.

What We Can Offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive remuneration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover
• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
• The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ service of our employees at 5 year service milestones
• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
• Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field

The Key Objective For This Role Is

The PMC Permit Issuer Engineer is responsible for ensuring the safe authorization, control, and coordination of all work activities through the effective implementation of the Permit to Work (PTW) system. The role aims to prevent incidents, manage worksite risks, and ensure compliance with project HSE requirements during construction, commissioning, start-up, and operational readiness phases.

Responsibilities

• Administer, implement, and maintain the Project Permit to Work (PTW) system in accordance with project HSE procedures and company standards.
• Review, verify, and issue permits for construction, commissioning, maintenance, and operational activities.
• Ensure all permits are supported by approved Job Safety Analyses (JSA), Risk Assessments, Method Statements, and relevant documentation.
• Verify that all hazards associated with proposed work activities have been identified and appropriate control measures are in place.
• Conduct site inspections before permit issuance to confirm worksite readiness and safety compliance.
• Ensure proper Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), isolation, gas testing, barricading, and other safety precautions are implemented before work begins.
• Issue and control permits for:
• Hot Work
• Cold Work
• Confined Space Entry
• Excavation
• Work at Height
• Electrical Isolation
• Lifting Operations
• Radiography Activities
• Pressure Testing
• Simultaneous Operations (SIMOPS)

Qualifications

Skills And Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Chemical, Process, Civil, or related discipline).
• Additional qualifications in Occupational Health & Safety or Industrial Safety are advantageous.
• Professional HSE certifications are preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in construction, commissioning, operations, maintenance, or HSE management within Oil & Gas, LNG, Petrochemical, Refinery, Power, Energy, or Industrial projects.
• Proven experience working with Permit to Work (PTW) systems in major industrial facilities.
• Experience in PMC, EPC, Owner's Operator, or Contractor environments.
• Demonstrated experience in managing permits during construction, pre-commissioning, commissioning, shutdown, turnaround, and operational activities.
• Experience coordinating with multiple contractors and multidisciplinary work teams.

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.