H&S Manager

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Cambridge seeks a proactive H&S Manager for the Department of Materials Science and Metallurgy. This mid-senior level position involves ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, promoting a safety culture, and providing expert guidance to a diverse community of researchers and staff. Ideal candidates will possess a post-graduate degree and significant relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a research environment.
• Demonstrable knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Experience in managing health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the primary contact for health and safety matters.
• Providing technical safety advice and support.
• Developing and maintaining safety documentation.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Post-graduate degree

Job description

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Are you passionate about creating safe, supportive environments where world-class research and teaching can thrive? We're looking for a proactive and dedicated individual to lead and enhance our health and safety culture.

The Department of Materials Science and Metallurgy is one of the University's top-performing research and teaching departments in the University. We're proud of our collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking community, housed in one of the most modern facilities in West Cambridge.

As Departmental Health and Safety Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring our department remains a safe and compliant space for innovation and discovery. Working closely with the senior leadership team, you'll provide expert guidance on general, laser, biological, and chemical safety, supporting a diverse community of around 30 academic staff, 60 professional services staff, 80 postdoctoral researchers, and 150 postgraduate students.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Acting as the primary contact for all health and safety matters
• Providing technical safety advice and support across the department
• Developing and maintaining safety documentation and guidance
• Promoting a positive safety culture through clear communication and collaboration
• Networking with other safety professionals both within the University and the wider research community.
  
  

We're Looking For Someone With

• A meticulous eye for detail and strong communication skills
• Confidence in engaging with a wide range of people, from researchers to contractors
• A problem-solving mindset and the ability to adapt to changing needs
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team, taking initiative when needed.
  
  

The successful applicant will be educated to a post-graduate degree level or equivalent, having significant experience working within a research environment. They will have demonstrable knowledge of health and safety regulations, including practical experience in managing all aspects of H&S, experience in delivering training and an understanding of how to successfully merge good safety practices with good research. The role holder will represent the Department at any University safety/compliance activity or events.

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We reserve the right to fill the position with a qualified candidate prior to the conclusion of the advertising period.

Enquiries regarding the application process may be directed to the Business & Operations Manager, Dr Jeanne Estabel at [e-mail]

Please quote reference LJ46209 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Further information

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Research Services

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