H&S Manager

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

Job summary

The University of Cambridge seeks a Departmental Health and Safety Manager to enhance its safety culture in the Department of Materials Science and Metallurgy. The role is crucial for ensuring compliance while supporting a thriving research community with around 160 staff and students. Candidates should have a postgraduate degree and relevant safety management experience to lead in this collaborative and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a research environment.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Experience in managing all aspects of health and safety.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Post-graduate degree or equivalent

Job description

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

• FP-Departmental Safety Manager
  
  

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