Permit & Isolation Coordinator

Spirit Energy; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Spirit Energy, Barrow Gas Terminal, invites applications for a Permit & Isolation Coordinator on a 2-year contract in Barrow-in-Furness. You will manage day-to-day SSoW, coordinate SIMOPS, issue and verify permits, and govern ICC processes to protect asset integrity.

The role requires strong HSE experience, IOSH competencies and a background in petrochemical process operations, with a focus on data integrity and continuous improvement. Right-to-work in the UK is required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable record in Health, Safety and Environment management with IOSH competencies.

Responsibilities

• SSoW Management & Coordination: chair daily verification and SIMOPS meetings.
• Permit to Work Execution: issue permits with robust risk assessment and quality control.
• Isolation Control & ICC Governance: prepare ICCs, conduct LTI audits and reviews.
• Operating Integrity (OI) Support: assist CoW Supervisor with OI standards and improvements.
• SIMOPS & Risk Management: coordinate concurrent operations and communicate hazards.
• System Ownership & Governance (P-Vision): ensure data integrity and up-to-date work control records.
• Compliance & Assurance: ensure adherence to SSoW and procedures; support audits.
• Continuous Improvement & Discipline: drive improvements in CoW and permit processes.

Skills

Health & Safety management

IOSH

Petrochemical operations

Risk assessment

Change management

Education

BTEC Ordinary Certificate in Engineering

Engineering Apprenticeship (ONC)

Tools

P-Vision

Job description

HAVE YOU GOT SPIRIT? In operation since 1985, Barrow Gas Terminal is a key piece of the UK’s energy infrastructure and supports the Morecambe Bay gas fields. The terminal has played a long‑standing role in processing and delivering natural gas, supporting both local employment and national energy supply. With a focus on safety, environmental sustainability and community engagement, we believe in operational excellence at every stage of production. If you are ready to take the next step in your career with a dynamic and energetic team, then we are keen to hear from you.

The Opportunity – Permit & Isolation Coordinator

Location: Barrow-in-Furness
Duration: 2-year contract
Contract Type: PAYE
Day Rate: TBC

Shift: 9 day fortnight, 9 hours per day, 07:30 start time. Please only apply if you have existing right-to-work in the UK. Please outline notice period/availability to start.

In role, you will be responsible for:

• 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.
• Any other associated duties as reasonably required

About you

• 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 Barrow terminals, Technical knowledge and experience of the Permit to Work System.
• Qualifications: BTEC Ordinary Certificate or equivalent in an engineering discipline. An Engineering Apprenticeship with associated experience & qualification (ONC or equivalent minimum) will ideally underpin the successful candidate’s credentials. Desirable, qualified to degree level or similar.
• In addition to technical knowledge and credibility, we are looking for someone who lives our values - Agility, Collaboration, Courage, Care, and Delivery. A person who embraces and supports change, while ensuring the safe and efficient operation of a mature asset.

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We are a truly pioneering energy transition company with a portfolio and ambitions that span the breadth of the energy transition. We’re continuing to break new ground, collaborating and thinking differently. We’re proud of our heritage. With more than 30 years of production, we’re maximising the potential of our existing assets and substantial gas reserves in the UK and Netherlands. Above all, we live by our commitment to safety in everything we do. Our portfolio is predominantly gas (96%), providing vital, primary energy to fuel our homes and businesses in the UK and Europe.

Our strategy is focused on:

• Safely delivering production from our existing assets
• Meeting and de-risking our decommissioning obligations, and
• Exploring strategic energy transition opportunities from our existing assets