Authorised Person Coordinator - Confined Spaces

Key Details

• £37,500 - £40,000 per annum + benefits
• Portsmouth, Hampshire
• Permanent, Full-Time
• Occasional travel to customer sites
• Ex-Military candidates encouraged to apply
• To find out more call Beth on or email

About The Client

We're recruiting on behalf of an established organisation delivering specialist operational and technical services within the UK defence sector.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Confined Space Authorised Person looking to take on a coordination role, supporting operational teams and ensuring the highest standards of safety and compliance across defence-related contracts.

The Authorised Person Coordinator Role

You'll oversee and coordinate Confined Space Authorised Person activities across a range of defence-related contracts, ensuring all work is carried out safely and in line with legislation, JSP375 requirements and established Safe Systems of Work.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating Confined Space Authorised Person activities across operational contracts
• Providing technical guidance and support to other Authorised Persons
• Ensuring compliance with JSP375, permit-to-work procedures and Safe Systems of Work
• Working with operational management to coordinate AP coverage and resource planning
• Supporting internal and external audits
• Maintaining accurate compliance documentation and competency records
• Monitoring AP qualifications, training requirements and certifications
• Identifying opportunities to improve safety procedures and operational efficiency
• Promoting a strong health and safety culture across operational teams

Authorised Person Coordinator Essential Skills

• Current Confined Space Authorised Person qualification
• Strong understanding of confined space legislation and safety procedures
• Experience working with permit-to-work systems and Safe Systems of Work
• Knowledge of JSP375 requirements or experience within MOD environments would be advantageous
• Willingness to undertake IOSH-accredited Health & Safety training
• Strong organisational and coordination skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Proactive approach towards health, safety and compliance
• Ability to obtain and maintain SC Security Clearance

This role could be particularly relevant to service leavers and veterans from the Royal Navy, Royal Engineers or wider Armed Forces with experience in confined space operations, marine engineering, facilities management, technical maintenance or safety-critical environments.

To Be Considered

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