Permit to Work Issuer

Johnson Matthey; Enfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A sustainable technology leader is seeking a Permit to Work Issuer in Brimsdown, UK. The role involves writing and managing work permits while ensuring compliance across operations. The successful candidate will possess industry experience, strong communication skills, and a GCSE in Mathematics and English. The company offers competitive salaries and benefits such as retirement savings and health plans. A non-smoking policy is applied for applicants. Hybrid working options are available.

Benefits

Retirement savings

Share plans

Life Assurance

Medical plans

Fitness discounts

Qualifications

• Non-smoker, free from nicotine products for at least 3 months.
• Experience in issuing and reviewing permits.
• Competence in using computerised systems.

Responsibilities

• Write, issue, approve, review and audit permits.
• Assist site-wide permit management and participate in audits.
• Provide guidance on permit writing and liaise with teams.

Skills

Industry experience

Knowledge of Permit to Work systems

Verbal and written communication

Decision making

Planning and organizing

Education

GCSE Grade C in Mathematics and English

Tools

Engineering software packages

Computerised systems

Job description

Permit to Work Issuer page is loaded## Permit to Work Issuerlocations: Enfield - UKtime type: Vollzeitposted on: Gestern ausgeschriebentime left to apply: Enddatum: 19. Februar 2026 (Noch 13 Tage Zeit für Bewerbung)job requisition id: R-014322# Job title: Permit to Work IssuerLocation: Brimsdown, UK – Onsite RoleWorld-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a X Permit to Work Issuer, you’ll contribute to JM’s mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.***Due to the nature of this role applicants must be non-smokers and have been free from nicotine products for at least 3 months*****The role:**As a Permit to Work Issuer, you will help drive our goals by:* Write, issue, approve, review and audit permits within assigned areas (and where required on behalf of other areas), ensuring all required documentation and controls are in place, including RAMS, JSA, OSTA, Energy Isolation Certificates, isolations, PPE/RPE, and out-of-hours reviews to reinforce compliance and standards.* Support site-wide permit management by assisting the Contractor & PTW Coordinator, participating in routine and random permit audits, reviewing area-specific RAMS, raising SIMOPS issues, and recommending mitigation actions to all impacted parties.* Participate in cross-skilling initiatives, provide guidance and advice on permit writing and issuing, and liaise with Team Leaders, Department Managers, Project Engineers, Site Services, Maintenance and Contractors to ensure procedures are followed and legislative requirements are met.* Act as the department lead for Enablon incident and near-miss investigations, root cause analysis meetings and safety observations, provide EHS feedback through Enablon and safety meetings, and carry out any other duties within skills and abilities when reasonably instructed.**Key skills that will help you succeed in this role****:*** Industry experience, knowledge of Permit to Work systems and control of works, and a good standard of education including GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in Mathematics and English.* Competence in using computerised systems, with some knowledge of engineering software packages such as Frontline.* Strong personal and behavioural competencies including effective verbal and written communication, a clear safety focus, authenticity, and the ability to build collaborative relationships.* Additional competencies including decision making and planning and organising skills.Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!**What we offer:**We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:* Retirement savings* Share plans* Saving accounts* Life Assurance and Income Protection* Medical plans / health assessments* Fitness discountsAt JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact [e-mail]. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.#CVL#LI-AW1#EVBTo submit your application, please click the "Apply" button online.All applications are carefully considered and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Johnson Matthey for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise.Johnson Matthey respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice: . By applying for this role and creating an account you are agreeing to the notice.Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.