About the job
Handle and assess daily work permit requests focused on insulation tasks, including hot work, cold work, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and confined space operations.
Ensure all necessary prerequisites are satisfied before issuing permits, which may include isolation checks, gas testing, scaffolding arrangements, fire watch protocols, personal protective equipment (PPE) compliance, and job safety analysis (JSA).
Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) teams, along with the Insulation crew, to validate isolation points and secure access routes.
Confirm that all permits are accurately completed, authorized, and time-bound according to the Permit to Work (PTW) policy.
Oversee ongoing insulation projects to ensure adherence to permit conditions; close permits upon satisfactory completion and return of work.
Maintain comprehensive records of all permit documentation and ensure they are properly filed and updated.
Promptly report and escalate any unsafe conditions, near-misses, or breaches of permit protocols.
Assist in conducting toolbox talks and pre-job safety briefings pertinent to insulation operations.
Support investigations related to any incidents concerning permit failures as necessary.
Maintain effective communication with shift supervisors and control room regarding the status of permits.
