Contractor, Isolations and Permit Manager

We are looking for two Contractor, Isolations and Permit Managers to join the Estates and Campus Facilities team at Cardiff University.

In this role, you will:

• Manage the permit-to-work system, reviewing Risk Assessment and Method Statements (RAMS) and ensuring all necessary authorisations are in place before work commences.
• Coordinate mechanical and electrical isolations in collaboration with authorised persons and contractors.
• Conduct workplace inspections, ensuring contractor adherence to agreed-upon safety procedures and permit conditions.
• Oversee access control and security for contractors, including the issuing and tracking of keys and permits.
• Maintain accurate records of permits, RAMS, and contractor activities while preparing reports to support ongoing safety and operational improvements.
• Work closely with Estates and Campus Facilities teams, University Schools, and Security to align contractor activities with university priorities.

We’d like to hear from you if you:

• Have experience in facilities management, estates, or construction roles with significant exposure to contractor management and permit-to-work systems.
• Possess in-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices related to isolations and contractor oversight.
• Have experience reviewing and interpreting RAMS, issuing high-risk work permits, and auditing contractor’s working practices against their submitted RAMS.
• Demonstrate excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and strong interpersonal abilities.
• Can make sound decisions under pressure, balancing safety, compliance, and operational requirements.

We can offer you the chance to work in a vibrant organisation with excellent benefits and opportunities for career progression. We are a proud Living Wage supporter.

These roles are based fully on campus, offering an engaging and dynamic work environment where you will be at the heart of university operations. You will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with key stakeholders, ensuring the smooth and safe running of the university estate while making a direct impact on campus safety and efficiency.

For an informal, confidential discussion about the roles, please contact Gareth Davies at DaviesG59@cardiff.ac.uk.

These posts are open-ended and full-time.

Salary: £33,482 - £36,130 per annum (Grade 5)

Closing Date: Thursday, 19 June 2025

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age. In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.

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