Facilities Manager & Health and Safety Officer

We are seeking a Facilities Manager and Health and Safety Officer at the
Nuffield Division of Clinical Laboratory Sciences. This is a multi-faceted
role, providing Health and Safety and Facilities management as well as
additional support as identified and required by the Business Manager. This
key role will ensure that the department has a high level of compliance with
University policies, HASMAP and HTA and also proactive leadership on Health
and Safety matters.





The successful applicant will be responsible for project managing departmental
building related projects and deputising for the Business Manager on
facilities and health and safety matters as required. They will ensure
effective policies, associated procedures and training packages are in place
across the department and will undertake facilities projects including but not
limited to new equipment installations, lab refurbishment and improved service
delivery.





It is essential that the successful candidate has demonstrable relevant
experience in health and safety management in a relevant environment and good
knowledge of relevant statutory UK/EU legislation relating to building
systems, waste management and health and safety. It is also vital that they
have experience of budget management, the ability to work on own initiative,
the ability to prioritise multiple projects and report effectively.





It would be desirable if the postholder had a good understanding of facilities
management issues and procurement procedures including the tendering of
maintenance contracts. It would also be beneficial to the role if they held
the appropriate Health and Safety qualifications such as NEBOSH National
General Certificate of IOSH Managing Safety.





This position is being advertised at grade 8, with the possibility to
underfill at a grade 7, with an Oxford University Weighting of £1,500 per year
(pro rata) to be applied with effect from 1 August 2024 (due to be implemented
in the September 2024 payroll and backdated to 1 August 2024).





Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. For further details
including a person specification, please see the attached job description.





The closing date for applications is at 12 noon 30th July 2024. Interviews to
be held on 21st or 22nd August 2024.





Committed to equality and valuing diversity.





Previous applicants need not apply.