Permit To Work Coordinator

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Introduction:
About MPK:
Re-energised. The kind of thinking the world is demanding to transition to a new energy future. This requires the dynamic attitude that MPK is known for delivering. Whether it’s upstream LNG development and servicing, fluid transportation, or renewables, in the essential energy, water and natural resources sectors, we’re here to use our proven ingenuity to redefine the challenge and innovate solutions that solve problems and deliver high quality outcomes.

You need only look at our long term partnerships and outcomes with major industry leaders to see how we have successfully realised their vision.

With the world's growing demand for increased energy supply, MPK are there to provide essential infrastructure services and solutions. We offer three primary, but interconnected, divisions to clients – Infrastructure, Services and Solutions.

MPK. Right solutions. Right people. Right for the future.

Want to know more? Head to our website at www.mpckinetic.com/

Our Values:
Care: We are genuine and fair and have high expectations of ourselves. We are like family. We pull our weight and watch each other’s backs. We care for our people because our people are who we are.

Solve: We understand our client needs because we collaborate. We align with clients to pursue efficiency and safety and, as partners, anticipate challenges and adapt. We embrace technology to deliver the solutions our clients need.

Deliver: Our focus in delivering value to our clients is paramount and is the cornerstone of our commercial relationships.

We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply for our positions.

Description:
Key Responsibilities

The Permit to Work (PTW) Coordinator is responsible for administering, coordinating, and maintaining the project’s Permit to Work system to ensure all site activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory, MPK, and client requirements.

This role is critical to ensuring simultaneous operations risks are managed and that all work is properly authorised, controlled, and monitored.

Implement and maintain the project Permit to Work system in line with company procedures and relevant WHS legislation
Review, approve, and issue permits including Hot Work, Confined Space Entry, Excavation / Trenching, Electrical Isolation, Work at Heights, Energised Systems / Line Breaking
Verify that all pre-requisites (risk assessments, isolations, SWMS, JSEAs) are complete prior to permit approval
Coordinate daily permit meetings and ensure effective communication between work groups
Manage concurrent high-risk activities and identify potential conflicts (SIMOPs)
Liaise with construction supervisors, contractors, and HSE personnel to prioritise and sequence work safely
Ensure compliance with relevant regulators and legislation
Conduct field verification of permits to confirm work is being executed as authorised
Monitor adherence to controls identified in permits, SWMS, and risk assessments
Coordinate with authorised isolators to ensure proper energy isolation and lockout/tagout processes
Maintain isolation registers and confirm isolation integrity before issuing permits
Maintain accurate permit registers and records
Track permit status (issued, active, suspended, closed)
Prepare reports on permit usage, compliance, and audit findings
Participate in site safety audits and inspections
Identify gaps or improvements in the PTW system and implement corrective actions
Support incident investigations related to permit breaches or failures

Skills and Experiences:
About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:
Relevant trade or technical qualification or equivalent industry experience
Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety (or higher)
MSMPER300 - Issue work permits
MSMPER200 - Work in accordance with an issued permit
Training in Confined Space, Working at Heights, and Gas Testing
ICAM or incident investigation training
Demonstrated experience in Permit to Work coordination in oil & gas, energy, or construction projects
Experience on gas gathering or pipeline projects
Strong organisational and coordination skills
High attention to detail and risk awareness
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic construction environment
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Proficiency in digital permit systems and MS Office
Strong understanding of High-risk work controls, Isolation and lock out/ tag out systems

Please note: MPK does not accept any unsolicited resume referrals from recruitment agencies. Please do not submit any resumes or associated profiles to any MPK employees. Should we require additional recruitment assistance, our HR team will contact our preferred recruitment agencies.