Permit Coordinator

At Veranova, we believe people are our most important asset, and we are dedicated to building the most talented and diverse workforce in our industry. Our commitment to uncompromising focus on quality, compliance, safety, and excellence in delivery shapes everything we do. We are not just looking for skills; we are seeking innovative individuals who have a mindset open to learning and growth, and a desire to make a difference.

Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation.

Join us on our mission to enable current and next‑generation therapeutics to improve and save the lives of patients.

You will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of the permit to work process, including but not limited to preparation and issue of permits to work, implementation of isolation, management of the LOTO system, risk assessment and review of RAMS, liaison between engineering and production on work activities. This role will cover all permitting activities, with focus on non‑routine / high hazard / project works.

Minor breakdowns will be covered where possible, but normally supported by production teams in conjunction with permit coordinator.

• Coordination and issue of permits to work, aligned to site safety procedures. This includes all high hazard additional permitting including (but not limited to) working at height, low / high energy hot works, excavation, and confined space entry.
• Supporting preparation of permits and conducting site visits during the planning of work and isolations ensuring all hazards and controls have been identified and controls in place.
• Conduct Risk Assessments, including review of RAMS for all work requiring permits to be carried out by 3rd Party Contractors.
• Ensure all documents and reports comply with governing legislation, site engineering policies and site procedures (EHS, Quality).
• Inspection of ongoing works to ensure compliance with the issued permit and conduct daily audits of permits to maintain safe and compliant working.
• Management of Permits to Work during the Site Shut‑Downs, including supporting engineering teams in preparation of permits.
• Conduct permit closure walk around to ensure work areas are left in a safe and tidy condition.
• Provide input, as appropriate, into any investigations arising from non‑conformances against site procedures and/or incidents.
• Proceduralizing routine tasks to eliminate requirement for PTW where possible.
• Building strong relationships and collaboration and holding honest and open conversations with both internal and external parties.
• Any other duties as reasonably requested.

Required

• Experienced in permit issuing and management
• Experience working in manufacturing or engineering in pharmaceutical / life sciences or lower tier COMAH

Desirable

• Experience working in manufacturing or engineering with materials of high pharmacological potency
• IOSH Managing Safety or equivalent IOSH / NEBOSH certification
• Knowledge and experience of CDM regulations and HSG 253 guidance on plant isolation

• Inclusive Culture
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  At Veranova an inclusive culture is integral to our values. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can bring their full self to work and thrive in their career.
• Financial Wellness
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  The company provides an industry‑leading compensation package, and this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable bonus plan. You will also receive excellent pension contributions with the option of making contributions via salary sacrifice and access to discounts from major online and high street stores.
• Health & Wellbeing
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  As well as being entitled to 25 days’ annual leave plus recognised Scottish public holidays, our colleagues are also eligible to participate in benefits such as our Health Shield Cash Plan, Cycle2
  
  Work Scheme, life insurance, income protection, and GP Anytime.
• Professional Development
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