PTW Coordinator
Airswift
Role:Position: PTW Coordinator
Location: Qatar
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced Permit to Work (PTW) Coordinator to support the Restoration Project. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing all Permit to Work (PTW) activities across construction and restoration work fronts, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient execution of project activities.
This role serves as a critical interface between Operations, Project Management, EPC Contractors, Subcontractors, and Asset Owners to facilitate permit approvals, manage worksite coordination, monitor SIMOPS activities, and ensure strict adherence to Health, Safety, Environment (HSE), and PTW requirements.
Key Responsibilities
PTW Coordination & Management
Coordinate and support all Permit to Work (PTW) activities associated with project execution.
Review, monitor, and audit PTW implementation by EPC contractors and subcontractors.
Ensure proper permit categorization and compliance with company PTW procedures, including:
Cold Work Permits
Hot Work/Open Flame Permits
Confined Space Entry Permits
Supplementary Certificates and Authorizations
Interface daily with Operations Permit Coordinators, Asset Owners, and Project Teams to secure and maintain safe work fronts.
Track permit status, validity, renewals, and close-out requirements.
Construction Interface & Work Front Management
Coordinate work activities between contractors, subcontractors, operations personnel, and asset owners.
Facilitate efficient allocation of work fronts while ensuring compliance with PTW requirements.
Resolve permitting conflicts and identify potential operational constraints impacting construction activities.
Support manpower planning and work-front availability to optimize construction execution.
SIMOPS & Risk Management
Participate in and support risk assessments related to project activities.
Coordinate Simultaneous Operations (SIMOPS) activities to avoid operational conflicts.
Ensure mitigation measures are in place for high-risk activities.
Monitor compliance with safety controls and implement corrective actions where required.
Planning & Daily Coordination
Lead and facilitate daily PTW coordination meetings.
Prepare, update, and distribute daily and weekly permit plans and work schedules.
Coordinate package permits, blanket permits, and task supervisor sequencing activities.
Communicate work priorities and permit requirements to all stakeholders.
Reporting & Documentation
Maintain accurate PTW registers, permit logs, supplementary certificates, and audit records.
Monitor PTW performance KPIs and identify improvement opportunities.
Provide regular updates and reports to Construction Leadership.
Maintain PTW records in accordance with company document retention requirements.
Track overdue permits, certificates, and compliance actions and escalate as necessary.
Stakeholder Management
Act as a focal point between:
Operations Teams
EPC Contractors
Subcontractors
Construction Teams
Asset Owners
Project Management Teams
Maintain effective communication across all project stakeholders.
Support resolution of PTW-related issues impacting project execution.
Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance
Champion a strong safety culture and promote safe work practices at all times.
Ensure all activities comply with company Health, Safety, Environment (HSE), Quality, and PTW standards.
Support site inspections, audits, and safety reviews.
Take proactive measures to prevent incidents and protect personnel, assets, and the environment.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science, or a related discipline.
Minimum 8 years of experience in large-scale Oil & Gas projects.
Proven experience in construction-related disciplines such as:
Construction
Installation
Fabrication
Commissioning
Completion
Hook-Up
Project Execution
Experience working with:
Oil & Gas Operators
EPC Contractors
Service Companies
Heavy Construction Organizations
Demonstrated experience managing Permit to Work systems within live operating facilities or major project environments.
Strong knowledge of Permit to Work (PTW) systems and procedures.
Understanding of SIMOPS coordination and risk management processes.
Familiarity with construction execution planning and contractor management.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and general computer systems.
Knowledge of budgeting and project control processes is advantageous.
