Permit Officer

John Holland

. Support the day-to-day operation of the Permit to Work system during commissioning and energisation phases .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeEinasleigh • AustraliaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Permit to Work systems, including isolation and LOTO principles, while effectively managing multiple permits and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Strong communication and administration skills are essential for coordinating with various stakeholders in construction and commissioning environments.

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Permit To Work SystemsIsolation And LOTO PrinciplesSWMS ReviewField InspectionsConstruction Industry White Card

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Hard Skills

Permit Application ReviewRisk AssessmentDocument ControlWorkfront InspectionsPermit IssuanceEnergisation ControlsSIMOPS CoordinationPermit DocumentationElectrical CompetenciesHV Switching

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationConfidenceAdaptabilityCollaborationAttention To Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

Construction Industry White CardCurrent Driver Licence

Industry Keywords

CommissioningPower GenerationResourcesIndustrial ProjectsInfrastructure Projects

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the day-to-day operation of the Permit to Work system during commissioning and energisation phases
Review permit applications and supporting documentation, including work scopes, SWMS, risk assessments, drawings and isolation schedules
Prepare, issue, revalidate, suspend, cancel and close permits within project authorisation
Brief Permit Holders on work scopes, permit conditions, access limits, isolations and required controls
Maintain accurate permit, isolation, lock box and authorised-person registers and records
Complete workfront inspections before permit issue, during permitted activities and at handback
Monitor compliance with permit conditions and stop work where conditions are unsafe or outside the authorised scope
Support daily permit planning, SIMOPS coordination, commissioning boundaries and energisation activities
Participate in PTW audits, inspections, incident reviews, briefings and continuous improvement activities
Report to the Permit to Work Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience as a Permit Officer, Permit Controller, Permit Issuer or similar PTW role on a major construction, commissioning, power generation, resources, industrial or infrastructure project
Practical knowledge of Permit to Work systems, isolation and LOTO principles, commissioning zones, energisation controls and SIMOPS
Experience reviewing SWMS, risk assessments, drawings, work packs, isolation schedules and permit documentation
Confidence to complete field inspections and challenge incomplete documentation or inadequate controls
Strong administration and document-control skills, with the ability to manage multiple live permits and changing priorities
Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively with supervisors, engineers, trades and subcontractors
Construction Industry White Card
Current driver licence
Relevant trade, technical, operations, safety or construction qualifications are desirable
Electrical, HV switching, authorised isolator and other relevant competencies will be viewed favourably

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and benefits, including salary continuance and salary sacrifice options
Flexible work arrangements
Generous leave
18 weeks paid parental leave
Career development through technical, leadership and emerging talent programs
Opportunities to work on some of Australia's most iconic projects
A diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong
Wellbeing support and benefits designed to help you thrive
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