Permit Officer

Permit OfficerSpeke, Liverpool 54,000 per annum 12-Month Initial Our client is seeking an experienced Permit Officer to join a major operational site in Speke. This is a newly created position, established to centralise and strengthen the site''s Permit to Work (PTW) process. Currently managed across several teams, this role will become the focal point for reviewing, issuing and controlling contractor permits, ensuring the highest standards of safety and compliance across all site activities.This is a highly visible role requiring someone who can confidently challenge unsafe practices, make sound risk-based decisions and take ownership of high-risk work activities across site. The successful candidate will be empowered to stop work where standards are not met and will play a key role in maintaining a strong safety culture.Key ResponsibilitiesReview, authorise and manage contractor permits across site.Ensure all Permit to Work processes are compliant with company and legislative requirements.Review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) and identify missing controls.Conduct site inspections and walk-downs prior to permit issue.Coordinate multiple contractors and concurrent activities safely and efficiently.Monitor permit compliance and challenge unsafe behaviours and conditions.Support the management of isolations and LOTOTO processes.Identify conflicts between simultaneous high-risk activities.Work closely with operational, engineering, maintenance and contractor ..... full job details .....