Permit to Work Officer

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.