At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage the Permit Office and ensure safe contractor operations through the Permit to Work system.
- Company: Join a prestigious university committed to safety and excellence in facilities management.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Exciting challenges and opportunities for growth in a collaborative team.
- Why this job: Be a key player in maintaining safety standards and making a real impact on campus.
- Qualifications: BIFM, CIOB or equivalent qualification, plus IOSH/NEBOSH certification.
The predicted salary is between 46049 - 46049 £ per year.
Duration: Fixed-term contract until 06 March 2027
As Permit Officer, you will be responsible for the management of the Permit Office ensuring our contractors and directly employed staff are working safely through the administration of our Permit to Work system.
About You
You will possess BIFM, CIOB or equivalent qualification (NVQ level 4) or relevant experience and IOSH Managing Safely/ NEBOSH Award, Certificate, or Diploma (or equivalent).
Duties will include:
- Overseeing the design, implementation and running of an electronic permit to work and contractor site access system;
- Liaising with stakeholders;
- Ensuring contractors comply with the Permits system by presenting an appropriate risk assessment/safe system of work and working to the conditions of the permit;
- Undertaking quality checks of the permits prior to issue.
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:
- Significant experience in working in a Facilities Management or multi-disciplinary engineering environment.
- An up to date knowledge of health and safety requirements for the Higher Education sector.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to advise, support and explain complex information to multiple stakeholders and to form strong working relationships with colleagues across a large organisation.
This is a pivotal role within the University; the challenges are varied and wide ranging. It offers an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working across teams, and that buildings are maintained and safe maintaining safety to the highest possible standard.
£35,608 to £46,049 per annum
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