Job Ref: 215915102

Date: 2022-02-28 14:59:37

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Our client is the UK's largest university and a world leader in flexible part-time education. Combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, they are committed to transforming lives through education.

They are looking to recruit a permanent Health & Safety Adviser to join their Estates Team.

Paying between £34,304 – £36,382 per annum dependent on experience, working a 37 hour week at the Milton Keynes Campus, however could possibly be a hybrid role.

The role;

Health & Safety is of paramount importance across the University in ensuring our staff and facilities are safe whilst working at the Open University. We are looking for a Health and Safety Adviser to join our Health and Safety Team providing professional support to the Open University community.

As a Health & Safety Adviser you will help to deliver the implementation of policies across the Open University providing expert health and safety advice, promoting a positive health and safety culture and supporting exemplary practices. You will be involved in policy development, risk assessment, inspections/audits, investigations, health and safety training and emergency drills.

Skills and experience;

You will have demonstrable experience in a similar role and extensive knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety Legislation.

You will have NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or NVQ 5/6 in Health and Safety.

Experience of practical policy development and implementation.

Experience of consulting with employees and representative bodies including trade unions would be ideal.

What you get in return

The successful applicant will receive a competitive salary and excellent staff benefits, including 33 days' annual leave (plus 3 additional days for the Christmas closure period) and pension. They are an equal opportunities employer with an emphasis on staff wellbeing and a positive work/life balance.

The client promotes diversity in employment and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

If you feel this role is on interest, and you are interested in reviewing a full person specification, please apply online or contact either Sophie Holmes or Angela Hoxley on (phone number removed)

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