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’lljoin a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history. Using advanced metals chemistry,you’llhelp tackle the world’s biggest challenges - cutting emissions, powering modernlifeand supporting life‑saving technologies - by applying,refiningand 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, riskassessmentsand 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 andmaintainingaccurateoperational records
•Identifyingopportunities 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,safetyand 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
•Organisedapproach with the ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines
• Basic understanding of manufacturing,engineeringor chemical processes (desirable)
• Qualification in English,Mathsand Science (GCSE or equivalent)
Even if you only match some of the skills,we’dlove 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,competitiveand aligned to individual roles,experienceand 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 GlobalRecruit@matthey.com. 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 2weeks,early application isadvised
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We are Johnson Matthey, a global leader in sustainable technologies.
Our customers include many of the world’s leading energy, chemicals and automotive companies. They depend on us to use our cutting-edge science to enable them to decarbonise, reduce harmful emissions and improve their sustainability.
With climate change, energy supply and resource scarcity high on the agenda, this work is more critical now than ever before.