Permit to Work Coordinator
Location: BC
Rotation: 14 Days On / 7 Days Off
Camp Accommodation: Provided
Travel: Provided from major Canadian hubs
Employment Type: Full-Time Project Based Position
Compensation: $70-$85 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience
About WSG
WSG provides specialized workforce solutions and project support services to major industrial, energy, infrastructure, and construction projects throughout Canada and internationally. We are committed to delivering safe, efficient, and compliant project execution through experienced personnel and industry-leading practices.
Position Summary
WSG is seeking an experienced Permit to Work Coordinator to support project construction, commissioning, and operational readiness activities.
The PTW Coordinator is responsible for preparing, coordinating, tracking, and administering permit applications and supporting documentation to ensure work activities are properly authorized and executed in accordance with site procedures and safety requirements.
This role supports the Permit to Work system but does not become the designated Project Permit Issuer unless formally appointed by the client or project management team.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and process Permit to Work applications for construction, commissioning, testing, and maintenance activities.
- Coordinate the submission, review, approval, and issuance of permits in accordance with site procedures.
- Track permit status throughout the permit lifecycle, including approvals, activation, suspension, handback, and closeout.
- Maintain accurate records of all active, pending, and completed permits.
- Coordinate required supporting documentation, including:
- Isolation certificates
- Lockout/Tagout documentation
- Risk assessments and hazard analyses
- Confined space permits
- Hot work permits
- Supporting drawings and work packs
- Interface with construction, commissioning, operations, engineering, and safety teams to ensure permit requirements are met.
- Support permit audits and compliance reviews.
- Monitor permit validity and ensure permits remain current and accurately reflect field conditions.
- Coordinate permit suspensions, revalidations, and renewals as required.
- Facilitate handback and closeout processes upon completion of work activities.
- Assist in identifying scheduling conflicts and permit-related constraints affecting work execution.
- Maintain permit tracking systems and reporting tools.
- Participate in daily coordination meetings and planning sessions.
- Ensure all permit activities are conducted in accordance with project, client, regulatory, and safety requirements.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Permit to Work coordination within industrial construction, commissioning, maintenance, oil and gas, LNG, mining, or heavy industrial environments.
- Strong understanding of Permit to Work systems and work authorization processes.
- Experience coordinating isolation certificates and Lockout/Tagout programs.
- Familiarity with high-risk work activities, including:
- Hot work
- Confined space entry
- Energy isolation
- Pressure testing
- Critical lifts
- Energization activities
- Strong organizational and document control skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and electronic permit management systems.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience on major EPC, LNG, refinery, petrochemical, mining, or energy projects.
- Knowledge of mechanical completion and commissioning processes.
- Previous experience using electronic permit management systems.
- Understanding of isolation management and operational readiness programs.
- Health and Safety certifications relevant to industrial worksites.
Key Competencies
- Attention to Detail
- Organization and Planning
- Safety Leadership
- Communication and Coordination
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Documentation Control
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation package.
- Camp accommodation and travel provided.
- Opportunity to work on one of Canada's premier industrial projects.
- Safety-focused and team-oriented work environment.
