JOB DESCRIPTION / ROLE
We’re seeking a diligent Permit to Work (PTW) Inspector to oversee the end-to-end PTW process on a large oil & gas EPC project site in Uzbekistan. You will verify permit applications and supporting documents, conduct field checks prior to work authorization, and monitor high-risk activities to ensure strict compliance with the project’s PTW procedure and applicable HSE standards.
Key responsibilities:
–Administer the daily PTW workflow (issuance, suspension, extension, closure) and maintain an accurate permit register/ePTW records.
–Review risk assessments and method statements (JSA/JHA, RAMS), verify isolations/LOTO plans, and confirm prerequisite certificates (Hot Work, Confined Space Entry, Excavation, Work at Height, Electrical, Lifting, Radiography, etc.).
–Perform pre-job site inspections and continuous monitoring for SIMOPS, ensuring barriers, gas testing, ventilation, fire watch, and rescue arrangements are in place.
–Validate mechanical/electrical process isolations against P&IDs and isolation certificates; confirm zero-energy state before work starts.
–Conduct routine PTW audits and spot checks; record non-conformities and drive timely close-out of corrective actions.
–Coordinate with Construction, Commissioning, HSE, and Operations to avoid PTW conflicts and manage simultaneous activities.
–Provide toolbox talk support and on-the-job coaching to permit issuers/receivers; reinforce Stop-Work Authority and life-saving rules.
–Compile daily/weekly PTW KPIs and incident learnings; contribute to continual improvement of the PTW procedure.
Requirements:
–Bachelor’s degree or above (any discipline) as a minimum requirement.–5+ years of PTW/HSE/Operations experience on oil & gas EPC or plant O&M projects, including field-based permit inspections.
–Solid knowledge of PTW systems, SIMOPS controls, LOTO/energy isolation, and critical work categories (hot work, confined space, excavation, WAH, lifting).
–Ability to read and verify isolations against P&IDs/isometric drawings; competent with gas testing equipment and calibration basics.
–Familiar with ePTW or digital permit systems; strong documentation and auditing discipline.
–Recognized HSE qualifications preferred (e.g., NEBOSH IGC/OSHA 30), plus Gas Tester/Confined Space/LOTO training.
–Willing to work on a rotation at remote site locations; resilient under fast-paced construction schedules.
–Language: Russian or Uzbek language skills are considered a strong plus.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
China CAMC Engineering Co. Ltd (CAMCE, stock code 002051) is affiliated to SINOMACH, an important state-owned backbone enterprise directly under the management of the central government. CAMCE has established more than 40 branches domestically and more than 70 branches overseas, with over 4000 employees (including foreign employees) both domestically and internationally.
In the past two decades, CAMCE focuses on three core business: design consultation and project contracting, development and application of advanced engineering technology and equipment, and project investment and operation, CAMCE is committed to providing its clients with comprehensive service including survey and design, planning consultancy, financing and investment, equipment supply and procurement, construction and project management, operation and maintenance, etc. CAMCE has completed more than a hundred EPC turnkey projects over 70 countries and regions around the world.
CAMCE has made notable achievements in the oil and gas sector, particularly through its landmark Block-9 CPF Oil & Gas project in Iraq. The project includes the construction of a central crude oil processing facility with a capacity of 100,000 barrels per day (BPD), and a natural gas processing facility with a capacity of 130 million standard cubic feet per day (MMSCFD). The oil package of the project was put into operation 3 days ahead of schedule on April 27, 2024, and the gas package was put into operation 15 days ahead of schedule on December 15, setting a record for the shortest construction period of similar projects in Iraq. At the same time, it accomplished the "Four Zeros" Goal of Zero injuries, Zero pollution, Zero incidents, Zero safety accountability incidents and received high praise from the Iraqi Ministry of Oil and project stakeholders.
