Chemical Safety Adviser — Training & Compliance Leader

University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Scotland is seeking a Chemical Safety Adviser to ensure safe management of chemicals across the university. The ideal candidate will have a degree in chemistry, a NEBOSH certificate, and a strong understanding of chemical safety legislation. Responsibilities include advising on safety practices, developing training, and supporting staff working with hazardous substances. This is a full-time, permanent position requiring excellent communication and analytical skills, with occasional out-of-hours support needed.

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification in chemistry or related discipline.
• NEBOSH National General Certificate in health and safety required.
• Detailed knowledge of chemical safety legislation essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary.
• Experience in training courses design for chemical safety.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.

Responsibilities

• Advise on regulatory requirements for chemical safety.
• Drive improvements in chemical safety practices.
• Provide specialist support for staff working with hazardous substances.
• Develop chemical safety management standards.
• Create specialist training packages for staff.
• Respond to requests for support from senior management.

Skills

Degree in chemistry or related discipline

NEBOSH National General Certificate

Knowledge of chemical safety legislation

Communication skills

Training course design and delivery

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in chemistry or chemistry-related discipline

NEBOSH National General Certificate or equivalent

Job description

A leading educational institution in Scotland is seeking a Chemical Safety Adviser to ensure safe management of chemicals across the university. The ideal candidate will have a degree in chemistry, a NEBOSH certificate, and a strong understanding of chemical safety legislation. Responsibilities include advising on safety practices, developing training, and supporting staff working with hazardous substances. This is a full-time, permanent position requiring excellent communication and analytical skills, with occasional out-of-hours support needed.