Radiation Protection Officer / Health and Safety Adviser (745581)

University of Strathclyde; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK is seeking a Health and Safety Manager to coordinate radiation safety and lead on health and safety practices. The role requires a degree or equivalent experience, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of health and safety management. You will manage external advisers and deliver training as needed. This position offers a competitive salary in Glasgow, and formal interviews will take place on 28 October 2025.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or having equivalent relevant experience.
• Sound understanding of general health and safety management and radiation safety principles.
• Excellent communicator and good IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate radiation safety for the University.
• Lead on general health and safety and performance monitoring.
• Implement the radiation safety policy and manage external advisers.
• Deliver training and advice on radiation and health and safety.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Education

Degree or equivalent relevant experience

Job description

Overview

Salary Range: £37,694 - £46,049 FTE: 1 (35 hours/week)
Contract Type: Open Contract
End Date: 07/10/2025

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate radiation safety (ionising and non-ionising radiation) for the University.
• Lead on general health and safety, including the provision of competent advice and performance monitoring.
• Lead on the implementation of the radiation safety policy, maintain up-to-date guidance, manage the work of the external Radiation Protection Adviser, maintain the University\'s environmental permits and consents, and registrations issued by the HSE.
• Arrange and deliver training and advice (both radiation and general health and safety) as required.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or having equivalent relevant experience.
• Sound understanding of general health and safety management and radiation safety principles gained through practical application in a relevant setting.
• Excellent communicator and good IT skills.
• It is envisaged that you will work towards an appropriate radiation protection qualification and general health and safety qualification if you do not already hold one.

Additional information

Formal interviews for this post will be held on Tuesday, 28 October 2025.

Informal enquiries about the post can be directed to Dr Sarah Carroll, Specialist Health and Safety Manager, [e-mail].

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