Permit to Work Lead

Horizon Recruitment Inc.; 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 industrial project near Kamloops, BC. This role is crucial for ensuring safety compliance during high-risk activities. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Health & Safety and a strong understanding of regulatory requirements. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and a 10/4 rotational schedule.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the site’s Permit to Work system for safe construction activities.
• Review permit requests and conduct site audits for compliance.
• Lead coordination meetings and develop isolation strategies.

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Leadership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Safety documentation systems

Job description

Just HRhas an immediate opening for aPermit to Work (PTW) Leadto 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.