Core Maintenance Permit Writer Electrical

At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

Key Responsibilities

·        Skill / Competency Requirements:

·        Degree in Electrical Engineering or Maintenance discipline.

·        Experience in maintenance, operations, production, or field execution environments.

·        Strong understanding of permit writing, permit-to-work processes, and electronic Control of Work systems such as Permit Vision.

·        Knowledge of hazard identification, risk controls, isolations, supporting attachments, and approval requirements for safe work execution.

·        Experience in Electrical Isolation LOTO procedures, preparing Isolation plans/certificates and switching plans for the site in accordance with the permit writing

·        Experience preparing permits for refinery, LNG, or complex processing facility maintenance activities.

·        Basic maintenance planning knowledge, including work scope review, task sequencing, estimating, scheduling, and work pack readiness.

·        Basic awareness around Bypass critical protection in instrumentation systems in accordance with the permit procedures

·        Working knowledge of Maintenance Work Management processes from prioritization through close-out.

·        Ability to coordinate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Reliability, Planning, and site stakeholders.

·        Proficiency in tools, such as Excel, JDE, SAP, Prometheus, Primavera P6, Digital Twin, and document management systems is desirable.

·        Ability to identify issues early, resolve gaps, and support continuous improvement in permit readiness and work execution.

B.Tech. 7 -10 Years of experience 

·        Maintains primary focus on preparing, drafting, and progressing permits through the electronic Control of Work system. Ensures each permit is developed in line with Control of Work requirements and company safe work practices.

·        Works closely with Permit Requesters and site stakeholders to progress permits through validation, review, approval, and execution readiness. Confirms hazards, isolations, attachments, and required controls are identified before work execution.

·        Leverages Control of Work and Work Authorization Manual requirements to draft permits accurately and consistently. Confirms permit compliance with applicable site procedures, risk controls, and approval requirements.

·        Coordinates with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Technical, and planning teams to identify, gather, and attach required permit supporting documents based on the planned scope of work.

·        Ensures key permit attachments such as Isolation Confirmation Certificates, Bypass Critical Protection Certificates, marked-up drawings, hazard analyses, bypass justification, and alternative protection details are included where applicable.

·        Supports planning work scope where required by developing clear job scope definitions, task sequencing, manpower requirements, material and service needs, cost estimates, and integrated job packages.

·        Coordinates planning activities with Operations, Maintenance, Technical, Turnaround, and contractor teams to support safe, efficient, and schedule-aligned execution.

·        Ensures facility and HES requirements are reflected in the work plans and aligned with execution expectations.

Reviews job details, confirms execution requirements, and identifies materials, services, isolations, and supports documents early to keep permit preparation aligned with the planned work pack, execution schedule, and safe field delivery expectations.

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