Permit to Work (PTW) Lead

JUST HR; Kamloops; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the mining sector is seeking a Permit to Work (PTW) Lead for a major project near Kamloops, BC. This role is essential for ensuring the safe execution of high-risk activities, requiring strong leadership and extensive experience in Health & Safety. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing permit systems and a solid understanding of safety regulations. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and a rotational schedule.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in Health & Safety or Operations roles.
• Experience managing Permit to Work systems.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the site’s Permit to Work system and ensure safety compliance.
• Lead daily coordination meetings and develop isolation strategies.
• Conduct site audits and facilitate job hazard analyses.

Skills

Health & Safety

Environmental Regulations

Leadership

Communication

Coordination

Tools

Microsoft Office

Safety Documentation Systems

Job description

Just HR has an immediate opening for a Permit to Work (PTW) Lead to join a large-scale industrial project near Kamloops, British Columbia. Our client is a global mining company currently undertaking a major construction and expansion initiative. This role plays a critical part in ensuring all high-risk activities on site are planned, reviewed, and executed safely and in compliance with regulatory and internal safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary coordinator for the site’s Permit to Work system, ensuring safe execution of construction and maintenance activities
• Review incoming permit requests to confirm all required documentation, safety assessments, and isolation plans are in place
• Lead daily coordination meetings with operations, maintenance, and construction teams to align on job priorities and risk controls
• Develop and approve isolation strategies, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, and maintain related documentation and registers
• Conduct site audits of active permits to verify compliance with safety controls and permit conditions
• Facilitate job hazard analyses and risk assessments for critical tasks requiring permits
• Ensure proper handovers between crews and shifts, with updated status on work in progress and current isolations
• Provide technical guidance to permit technicians and support staff; coach site teams on PTW best practices
• Liaise with multiple departments to align on mechanical, process, and electrical hazard controls before permit approval
• Monitor job execution to ensure work is being carried out in accordance with the permit’s safety requirements

Requirements

• 5–10 years of experience in Health & Safety, Environmental, or Operations roles within mining, industrial, or large-scale construction environments
• Previous experience coordinating or managing Permit to Work systems and isolation planning
• Strong understanding of federal and provincial health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Solid communication, coordination, and leadership skills; able to work independently in a fast-paced site environment
• Comfortable working in a remote rotational setting (10/4 schedule)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and safety documentation systems; valid driver’s license required

Remuneration

• Hourly Rate: $75–$80 per hour
• Contract Term: 12 months
• Schedule: 10 days on / 4 days off rotation
• Location: On-site near Kamloops, BC

**Only candidates eligible to work in Canada will be considered

**Just HR is a specialized Human Resources recruitment and search firm with seven practice areas: General HR, Compensation & Benefits, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Organizational Development, Labour & Employee Relations, HRIS, Health & Safety