Methods Engineer (Permit Controller)

Kaeferltd; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial services provider in Bridgwater is seeking a Methods Engineer to manage work permits and ensure compliance for smooth site operations. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in permit control and document control within construction or engineering. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential, alongside proficiency in digital permit management systems. Join a team focused on delivering technical excellence in a dynamic project environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in permit control or a similar role in construction or engineering.
• Understanding of Permit-to-Work systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively in project environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage work permits and access documentation.
• Ensure compliance with site rules and procedures.
• Coordinate with Document Control for permit records.

Skills

Permit control experience

Document control knowledge

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Proactive problem-solving

Tools

P2W

A-Site

Job description

We are looking for a Methods Engineer to join our team on a Permanent Contract at Hinkley Point C in Bridgwater. You will play a key role in ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient site operations by managing work permits and access documentation across our projects and working closely with our on-site Management Team to ensure smooth running of the business area.

Key Responsibilities

How you will make an impact

• Apply for, track, and manage all required work permits and access documentation to support uninterrupted site activities.
• Ensure compliance with site rules, project procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with Document Control to maintain accurate and up-to-date permit records.
• Use digital permit and access systems for submissions, tracking, approvals, and reporting.
• Support in the preparation and maintaining of RAMS, VTS Documentation (enabling works), task specific risk assessments
• Act as the primary contact for permit-related queries and liaise with multiple teams to support project delivery.
• Identify inefficiencies in permit processes and propose improvements to enhance turnaround times and communication.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

What you will bring

• Previous experience in permit control, document control, or a similar administrative role within construction, engineering, or industrial environments.
• Good understanding of Permit-to-Work systems and site access requirements.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Clear and effective communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Experience using P2W, A-Site, or similar digital permit management systems.
• Familiarity with working within a PMO or structured project environment.
• Proactive, solution-focused approach to problem-solving.

Personal Attributes:

• Highly organised and methodical
• Proactive and reliable
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced project environment
• Keen sense of accountability and compliance awareness

Why KAEFER UK & Ireland?

Our mission is clear: to be the most reliable and efficient provider of technical industrial services.

KAEFER UK & Ireland provides a large and growing range of industries with asset integrity services including access solutions, insulation, surface protection, HVAC fabrication, EC&I and more. We focus on improving energy efficiency and extending asset life cycles. We have twelve operating centres across the UK and Ireland, employing approximately 3,500 highly skilled and experienced people. Our people are our lifeforce and every day they deliver excellence to our customers.

KAEFER UK & Ireland is part of the KAEFER Group, a global €2.3 billion business with its headquarters in Bremen, Germany. KAEFER works on more than 5,500 job-sites internationally, with around 33,000 employees. With unrivalled experience and expertise, our teams provide trusted partnerships and tailored support to execute even the most challenging and complex projects for clients.

We take pride in being part of a global company, with common values and many diverse and individual voices. You can ‘count on us’ to make positive contributions in the communities where we live and work.