Senior Permit-to-Work Coordinator

Bilfinger UK; Wembdon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Bilfinger UK is seeking a Permit to Work Supervisor to lead the permit-to-work system across large infrastructure and regulated projects. You will coordinate hot works, confined space entries, lifting operations and isolations, ensuring all permits align with site procedures and client requirements while maintaining high safety standards.

You will liaise with safety teams, run weekly reviews, ensure timely permit issuance & closure, maintain a permit register, and support audits to ensure safety

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and supervisory skills.
• Experience in large infrastructure or regulated projects (e.g. nuclear, energy).
• Understanding of permit-to-work systems and high-risk activities.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures in construction.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the permit-to-work system for all construction activities including hot works, confined space entry, lifting operations, and isolations.
• Prepare, review, and issue permits in line with site procedures and client requirements.
• Ensure all permits are issued in a timely manner and supported by RAMS.
• Maintain a permit register and accurate records for audits and compliance.
• Approve or reject permits that do not meet standards and escalate where necessary.
• Carry out site audits to ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Promote a strong safety culture around high‑risk activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Supervisory experience

Health & safety awareness

Job description

Bilfinger UK is seeking a Permit to Work Supervisor to lead the permit-to-work system across large infrastructure and regulated projects. You will coordinate hot works, confined space entries, lifting operations and isolations, ensuring all permits align with site procedures and client requirements while maintaining high safety standards.

You will liaise with safety teams, run weekly reviews, ensure timely permit issuance & closure, maintain a permit register, and support audits to ensure safety