Howden Joinery is recruiting a Site Permit Writer for our Runcorn site, reporting to the site facilities manager. The facilities team is a small team and we are looking for a dynamic individual who can work flexibly within it and adapt to the daily needs of this role.
As the Site Permit Writer, you will play a crucial role in overseeing all contractor activities, from writing permits and organising work schedules to liaising with contractors. You will also be responsible for conducting risk assessments and preparing method statements to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the site.
What will you be doing as a Site Permit Writer:
- Collaborate closely with all operational functions to manage contractor activities and ensure all work aligns with business needs while adhering to UK Health and Safety at Work Act (HASAWA) and Howden's safety policies.
- Ensure that all site activities comply with legislative requirements and internal safety policies.
- Permit writing and control of contractors. Coaching, mentoring and communication is key.
- Develop workable contractor plans; communicates changes effectively; ability to change plans ‘on the fly'.
- Support the Boiler house facilities team when necessary.
- Completion of Risk Assessments and method statements and the auditing of them upon receipt from the contractors.
What do you need to qualify for the Site Permit Writer:
- Experience: Proven experience in permit writing, risk assessment, and contractor management.
- Technical Skills: Competence in reading and interpreting Risk Assessment and Method Statements (RAMS).
- Communication: Strong report writing skills, able to produce clear business correspondence and manuals. Capable of effectively presenting information and responding to queries from production and maintenance teams.
- Problem-solving: Aptitude for defining problems, collecting relevant data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions.
- Project Management: Ability to coordinate contractor projects, communicate changes effectively, and ensure timely and budget-compliant completion of contractor activities.
- Interpersonal Skills: Excellent influencing and coaching abilities, with a knack for building robust relationships.
- Leadership: Results-driven with a focus on people, capable of leading by example and motivating others to achieve goals.
- Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with SAP and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) is advantageous.
What we can offer:
- Competitive salary and bonus scheme
- Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
- Free daily meal at on-site canteen
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays per year & opportunity to buy extra holidays
- Fantastic staff discounts
- Share save scheme
- Exceptional reward and recognition events
About Howdens:
Howdens Joinery is the UK's number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. With an ambitious and credible growth plan, we continue to build on our £2.3 billion sales made last year.
There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named as one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
How to Apply :
We are building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a Site Permit Writer then we are keen to hear from you.
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