Job Description
Job title: PGMR Permit Issuer
Location: Royston - UK (On-Site Role)
12 Months FTC
At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter. As a PGMR Permit Issuer, you’ll join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history. Using advanced metals chemistry, you’ll help tackle the world’s biggest challenges - cutting emissions, powering modern life and supporting life‑saving technologies - by applying, refining and recycling metals that matter for a healthier, more sustainable, circular future.
Working Hours
42-hour week on day shifts, starting at 07:15am and finishing at 16:30 Monday to Friday
The role:
As a PGMR Permit Issuer, you will help drive our goals by:
• Reviewing job scopes, risk assessments and work details to ensure all permitted work is carried out safely
• Issuing permits only when hazards are controlled and safety measures are in place
• Supporting production activities to deliver work safely, on time and to quality standards
• Completing batch documentation, handovers and maintaining accurate operational records
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and contributing to continuous improvement activities
• Carrying out basic maintenance checks and reporting incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions
Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:
• Strong commitment to health, safety and environmental standards
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and build positive working relationships
• Organised approach with the ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines
• Basic understanding of manufacturing, engineering or chemical processes (desirable)
• Qualification in English, Maths and Science (GCSE or equivalent)
Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!
Due to the nature of this role applicants must be non-smokers and have been free from nicotine products for at least 3 months
What we offer:
We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:
• Competitive retirement savings
• Company matched Share Incentive Plan
• Life Assurance, Income Protection and Critical Illness
• Medical plans/health assessments
• Retailer and Wellbeing discounts
• Competitive annual incentive plan
Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!
At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.
For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact [email protected]. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.
Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.
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