Head of Health and Safety

Join us at the University of Salford and be part of Team Salford and one of the UK's fastest growing universities!

We are pleased to be able to offer an opportunity for the position of Head of Health & Safety, working within the Estates and Facilities Management team.

We are at an interesting time for the Higher Education sector, there is significant change in terms of oversight, student expectations and changing demographics. We are trying to do things differently so that we stay ahead of these changes, enabling us to be sustainable into the future.

This post leads on the University’s commitment to a forward thinking and positive health and safety culture throughout all areas and works closely, where appropriate with colleagues in Human Resources and the Occupational Health Service. The post holder will strive to deliver a strategic, high quality and proactive service and a customer-focused approach to service delivery.

The postholder will ensure that the University complies with its statutory obligations and best practice in relation to health and safety. The postholder will develop, implement, monitor and review the University’s Health and Safety Policies and management systems designed to provide effective and efficient controls and progressive improvements

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive health and safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations and standards.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on health and safety practices.
• Lead investigations into health and safety incidents and accidents and develop strategies to prevent recurrence.
• Collaborate with other departments to promote a culture of health and safety throughout the organization.
• Prepare and present reports on health and safety performance to senior management.

What's in it for you ?

• An impressive 32 days leave, plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
• The perks! My Salford, our online employee portal, offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts
• Wellbeing support - all our people are important to us and we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and facilities, including discounted gym membership
• Our community – there’s a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives.