PMC Permit Issuer Engineer

The Role 

Woods Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation. 

We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status-quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory.  

Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low-carbon concepts to reality. 

The PMC Permit Issuer Engineer is responsible for ensuring the safe authorization, control, and coordination of all work activities through the effective implementation of the Permit to Work (PTW) system. The role aims to prevent incidents, manage worksite risks, and ensure compliance with project HSE requirements during construction, commissioning, start-up, and operational readiness phases.

• Administer, implement, and maintain the Project Permit to Work (PTW) system in accordance with project HSE procedures and company standards.
• Review, verify, and issue permits for construction, commissioning, maintenance, and operational activities.
• Ensure all permits are supported by approved Job Safety Analyses (JSA), Risk Assessments, Method Statements, and relevant documentation.
• Verify that all hazards associated with proposed work activities have been identified and appropriate control measures are in place.
• Conduct site inspections before permit issuance to confirm worksite readiness and safety compliance.
• Ensure proper Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), isolation, gas testing, barricading, and other safety precautions are implemented before work begins.
• Issue and control permits for:
  • Hot Work
  • Cold Work
  • Confined Space Entry
  • Excavation
  • Work at Height
  • Electrical Isolation
  • Lifting Operations
  • Radiography Activities
  • Pressure Testing
  • Simultaneous Operations (SIMOPS)

Skills And Qualifications 

What makes you remarkable? 

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you dont match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.  

Expected:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Chemical, Process, Civil, or related discipline).
• Additional qualifications in Occupational Health & Safety or Industrial Safety are advantageous.
• Professional HSE certifications are preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in construction, commissioning, operations, maintenance, or HSE management within Oil & Gas, LNG, Petrochemical, Refinery, Power, Energy, or Industrial projects.
• Proven experience working with Permit to Work (PTW) systems in major industrial facilities.
• Experience in PMC, EPC, Owners Operator, or Contractor environments.
• Demonstrated experience in managing permits during construction, pre-commissioning, commissioning, shutdown, turnaround, and operational activities.
• Experience coordinating with multiple contractors and multidisciplinary work teams.

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com

Diversity Statement 

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.