Permit to Work Officer

Spencer Ogden
Job Title: Work Authorisation - Permit to Work Officer
Location: Hinkley Point C (HPC) Site
Reporting To: HPC Permit Office Manager
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Job Purpose / Overview:
To issue, cancel, and suspend Work Authorisations and Construction Permits to Work through the P2W system. The role ensures safe coordination of construction activities across the HPC site.
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Working Context:
• HPC is a highly regulated and complex construction environment.
• NNB GenCo is the principal contractor.
• The Permit Officer will interface closely with Tier 1 and 2 contractors and other stakeholders to maintain control over work activities.
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Principal Responsibilities:
• Verify and process work authorisation requests and associated documentation (RAMS).
• Issue permits in a timely and coordinated manner.
• Engage with Construction, Safety, and Technical teams.
• Conduct assurance and compliance monitoring on site.
• Report non-compliances and good practices.
• Contribute to performance/KPI reports.
• Support procedure updates and communication flows.
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Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
Essential:
• Deep knowledge of CDM Regulations (2015) and UK HSE legislation.
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Independent and proactive working style.
• Experience working in a Permit to Work (PTW) environment (e.g. power stations, refineries).
• Mechanical or Electrical background.
• IOSH certification.
• Construction/multi-discipline interface experience.
Desirable:
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanical/electrical industry best practice knowledge.
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Core Competencies:
iNTEGRITY:
• Prioritises safety and ethical conduct.
iMPACT:
• Reliable delivery and contingency planning.
iNCLUSION:
• Collaboration, respect, and communication.
iNSPIRATION:
• Open to innovation and continuous improvement.
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Sustainable Business Responsibility:
• Understands and supports EDF's goals to operate sustainably in financial, social, and environmental terms.
Health & Safety Responsibility:
• Everyone must follow, support, and promote safe working practices as per EDF policies and the law.
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Summary:
This is a high-responsibility role in a complex construction environment where safety, compliance, and coordination are paramount. It's ideal for a candidate with a strong construction, engineering, or safety background who thrives in structured environments and values process discipline.
JOB SUMMARY
Permit to Work Officer

Spencer Ogden
Bridgwater
7 days ago
N/A
Contract / Freelance / Self-employed
Permit to Work Officer