Permit to Work Officer

Metlen Energy & Metals Plc; Torness; Remote; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

METLEN Energy & Metals is seeking a Permit to Work Officer for the Grid & Digital Solutions division, based at Torness, Scotland. You will administer the PTW system, review RAMS, and coordinate high-risk activities to ensure safe project delivery.

You will liaise with Construction, HSE, Commissioning and Client representatives, promoting a strong safety culture and continuous improvement within the PTW process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Health & Safety, construction management, or related field.
• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent health and safety qualification.
• Proven experience administering Permit to Work on major projects.
• Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations and high-risk activity management.
• Excellent English communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Administer, coordinate and maintain the PTW system across construction and commissioning activities.
• Review and verify PTW applications with RAMS and approvals.
• Issue, monitor and close permits per project procedures and HSE requirements.
• Coordinate high-risk activities including excavations, hot works, confined spaces and lifting.
• Ensure permit conditions are understood and followed by site personnel and subcontractors.
• Lead daily PTW coordination meetings and manage SIMOPS to prevent conflicts.
• Conduct site inspections to verify compliance with permits and safety standards.
• Maintain permit registers and traceability for audits.
• Support incident investigations and corrective actions on PTW activities.
• Provide regular PTW performance reports and improvement actions.
• Liaise with Construction, HSE, Commissioning and Client representatives to ensure safe delivery.

Skills

Safety leadership

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (Engineering or H&S)

NEBOSH General Certificate

Tools

MS Office

Electronic PTW system

Job description

At METLEN Energy & Metals, we are catalysts for a sustainable future, positioned at the forefront of the energy transition while being a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at both the European and global levels. We are a global industrial and energy company operating across two highly interconnected and complementary sectors: Energy and Metals. With a consolidated turnover of €5,683 million and an EBITDA of €1,080 million, along with a workforce of over 7,627 dedicated individuals, we drive success through cutting-edge technology and diverse talent.

We are committed to embracing new state-of-the-art technologies and advancements, propelling us towards a cleaner, brighter tomorrow. Our positive footprint extends across five continents, creating a lasting impact. At METLEN, we foster a culture of resilience, challenge, respect, excellence, andchange, empowering our diverse workforce to achieve remarkable outcomes.

Job Description Permit to Work Officer 23/09/2026 Job Description:

We are currently searching for a Permit to Work Officer to join our Grid & Digital Solutions department, as part of the Thermal Power & HVDC division of Metlen, for the EGL1 Project, based in Torness, Scotland.

Your role will encompass:

• Administer, coordinate, and maintain the Project Permit to Work (PTW) system across all construction and commissioning activities.
• Review and verify Permit to Work applications, ensuring all supporting documentation, including Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), is in place and approved.
• Issue, monitor, suspend, and close permits in accordance with project procedures and HSE requirements.
• Coordinate high-risk activities, including excavations, hot works, confined space entry, lifting operations, electrical works, isolations, and work at height.
• Ensure all permit conditions are fully understood and adhered to by site personnel and subcontractors.
• Facilitate daily permit coordination meetings and manage simultaneous operations (SIMOPS) to prevent work conflicts.
• Conduct routine site inspections to verify compliance with permit conditions, safe systems of work, and project safety standards.
• Maintain accurate permit registers, records, and tracking systems to ensure full traceability and audit readiness.
• Support incident investigations and corrective actions relating to permit-controlled activities.
• Provide regular reports and updates on PTW performance, compliance trends, and areas requiring improvement.
• Liaise closely with Construction, HSE, Commissioning, and Client representatives to ensure safe and efficient project delivery.
• Promote a strong safety culture and proactively identify opportunities for continuous improvement within the PTW process.

What you bring to the role:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Health & Safety, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent health and safety qualifications.
• Proven experience administering Permit to Work systems on major construction, energy, transmission, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of CDM Regulations, safe systems of work, and high-risk activity management.
• Experience controlling permits for electrical works, excavations, confined spaces, hot works, lifting operations, and work at height.
• Excellent knowledge of risk assessment methodologies and hazard identification processes.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence safe working practices.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and electronic Permit to Work systems.
• Experience within HVDC, power transmission, substation, or EPC projects will be considered a strong advantage.
• CSCS card and relevant site safety training certifications.
• Excellent command of the English language.

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