Permit-to-; PTW Manager- Mission Critical Infrastructure

Overview

The PTW Manager is responsible for the development, implementation, and control of the Permit-to-Work (PTW) system for mission-critical data center projects. The role ensures that all high-risk construction, testing, commissioning, and live operational activities are executed safely, systematically, and in compliance with project HSE requirements, client standards, and international best practices.

This position plays a critical role in maintaining operational safety, minimizing risks, and supporting zero downtime and zero incident objectives within hyperscale and mission-critical environments.

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive Permit-to-Work system aligned with client requirements and international safety standards.
• Manage and control all permit categories including Hot Work, Cold Work, Electrical Isolation/Energization, Confined Space Entry, Work at Height, and LOTO permits.
• Ensure permits are properly reviewed, issued, monitored, suspended, and closed in accordance with approved procedures.
• Maintain permit compliance across all project phases, including construction, commissioning, and operational readiness activities.

• Coordinate and control high-risk activities within mission-critical environments.
• Manage permit controls for energized electrical works, UPS systems, battery installations, generators, fuel systems, pressure testing, and mechanical commissioning activities.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols within live operational facilities and no mistake environments.

• Liaise with construction, MEP, CSA, ELV, commissioning, operations, and HSE teams.
• Coordinate simultaneous operations (SIMOPS) to prevent conflicts, operational risks, and service interruptions.
• Facilitate daily PTW coordination meetings and permit reviews.

• Develop and enforce electrical and mechanical isolation procedures.
• Implement and manage Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO) programs.
• Verify energy isolation and zero-energy states prior to work execution.
• Maintain isolation registers, logs, and tracking systems.

• Coordinate PTW requirements for FAT, SAT, IST, integrated systems testing, black building testing, and failure scenario testing.
• Ensure risk assessments and mitigation measures are established before energization and testing activities.
• Support commissioning teams in maintaining safe testing environments.

• Ensure compliance with project HSE plans, Qatar regulations, and international safety standards.
• Review and approve Risk Assessments (RA) and Method Statements (MS).
• Conduct safety inspections, audits, toolbox talks, and permit compliance reviews.
• Support incident investigations and corrective action implementation.

• Maintain PTW registers, permit logs, isolation records, and audit documentation.
• Generate daily, weekly, and monthly PTW performance reports.
• Ensure full traceability and audit readiness of all permit-related activities.
• Monitor permit trends and identify opportunities for process improvement.

• Deliver PTW, isolation, and LOTO training programs for engineers, supervisors, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Promote workforce awareness of permit procedures and emergency response requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to operational safety and permit management.

• Years of
  
  Experience:
  
  Minimum 8–12 years of experience in construction, commissioning, operations, or mission-critical facilities.
• Minimum 5 years of dedicated experience managing Permit-to-Work systems.
• Education: Bachelor s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in hyperscale data centers, mission-critical facilities, or live operational environments.
• Strong knowledge of PTW systems, isolation management, and Lock-Out Tag-Out procedures.
• Experience coordinating high-risk construction and commissioning activities.
• Familiarity with Tier III and Tier IV data center environments.
• Strong understanding of NFPA, IEC, OSHA standards, and Qatar Construction Specifications (QCS).
• Excellent stakeholder management, coordination, and communication skills.

• NEBOSH International General Certificate
• IOSH Managing Safely
• PTW Management Certification
• LOTO Certification
• OSHA or equivalent HSE certifications

• Permit-to-Work Management
• Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO)
• Electrical Isolation Management
• Mechanical Isolation Procedures
• Mission Critical Facilities
• Data Center Operations
• SIMOPS Coordination
• Risk Assessment & Method Statements
• HSE Compliance
• Commissioning Safety Management
• Incident Investigation
• Stakeholder Coordination