Permit Coordinator (HSE Officer) at Minim and Tonye Nigeria Limited

Job Description

• The Permit Coordinator (HSE Officer) is responsible for coordinating and administering the Permit-to-Work (PTW) system on site, ensuring that all high-risk activities are properly assessed, documented, and controlled.
• The role ensures compliance with HSE standards, facilitates safe execution of work, and acts as the link between operations, contractors, and HSE management regarding permits.

Roles & Responsibilities
Permit Management:

• Administer, review, and issue work permits (hot work, confined space, excavation, working at height, electrical isolation, etc.) in line with site PTW procedures.
• Verify that all necessary risk assessments and method statements are in place before permits are issued.
• Ensure that permits are properly displayed and closed out upon job completion.

Compliance & Safety Assurance:

• Monitor work activities under permit to ensure compliance with HSE regulations and company safety standards.
• Conduct site inspections to verify that control measures identified in permits are being implemented.
• Stop unsafe work and report non-conformances to management.

Coordination & Communication:

• Act as the central point of contact for permit-related activities between site teams, contractors, and HSE management.
• Facilitate coordination meetings to plan high-risk activities and avoid permit conflicts.
• Maintain strong communication with supervisors and workers to ensure understanding of permit conditions.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain a permit register and archive all permit records in accordance with company policy.
• Generate daily/weekly reports on permit status, usage, and compliance issues.
• Provide data for audits, HSE reviews, and incident investigations.

Training & Awareness:

• Educate staff and contractors on the permit-to-work system, safe work practices, and HSE procedures.
• Participate in toolbox talks, HSE campaigns, and safety inductions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree / HND in Engineering, Safety Management, Environmental Sciences, or a related discipline.
• 5 - 10 years experience in HSE or permit coordination within construction, oil & gas, or heavy industry.
• Strong knowledge of PTW systems, risk assessment, and hazard control.
• NEBOSH / OSHA / IOSH Certification or equivalent HSE qualification is highly desirable.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent knowledge of HSE regulations and permit systems.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to identify hazards and implement control measures.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with electronic PTW systems is an advantage.