Job Description

Role

This role is not suitable for current students

Unitemps is a University-owned temporary staffing agency that operates in various universities, including De Montfort University (DMU). There are several benefits to working with Unitemps at DMU:

Networking Opportunities: Through Unitemps, you may have the chance to work with various departments and individuals at the university. This can help you expand your network and establish connections that may be valuable for your future career.

Professional Development: Many positions available through Unitemps may offer opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement. You can learn new skills and gain valuable knowledge while on the job.

Career Progression: Some temporary positions may lead to permanent employment within the university, giving you a potential pathway for long-term career advancement.

Contribution to the University Community: By working with Unitemps at DMU, you become a part of the university community and can contribute to its success and growth.

More information on the DMU Branch can be found HERE.

We are looking for a full time Safety & Facilities Manager, who will lead health and safety compliance across the Faculty, providing expert advice and ensuring all facilities and assets are safe, well maintained, and fully compliant with legislation and university policies.

The role will start late February with an expected end date of 31/07/2026 You will be working 37 hours per week on a hybrid basis. Interviews expected w/c 16/02/26

Duties and responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Lead all Health & Safety activity within the Faculty, acting as Faculty Safety Coordinator, Safety Manager and Building Evacuation Controller, ensuring a safe environment for staff, students and visitors. Provide expert H&S advice and guidance, ensuring compliance with legislation, university policies and best practice, with delegated authority to act in urgent risk situations. Develop, implement and maintain faculty H&S policies, procedures, risk assessments and systems of work. Lead audits, inspections, incident investigations and the Faculty H&S Action Plan, monitoring and reporting on compliance and performance. Analyse and report H&S data, supporting faculty strategic objectives and continuous improvement. Support and train staff in risk management, safe systems of work and record keeping, particularly in research and laboratory environments. Work collaboratively with academic, technical, estates and external stakeholders to maintain high H&S standards and deliver safety-related projects. Ensure faculty assets and specialist facilities are safely maintained, overseeing contractor and estates works. Manage relevant budgets, monitoring spend and providing forecasts. Ensure appropriate fire safety, first aid provision and PEEPs are in place across faculty buildings.

Skills and experience

Degree in a science discipline (or equivalent experience) with substantial experience in a relevant technical, scientific or facilities role Formal Health & Safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH) Experience working in research and/or teaching laboratory environments and with a wide range of scientific equipment Strong knowledge of current Health & Safety legislation and its practical application Experience developing H&S policies, procedures, risk assessments, reports and communications for varied audiences Proven ability to plan, organise and manage projects, facilities and competing priorities Experience of managing and controlling budgets High level of initiative with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision Strong analytical skills, able to interpret complex information and clearly communicate risks and implications to non-specialists Excellent negotiation and influencing skills, including working with senior stakeholders Proven ability to build and maintain effective internal and external working relationships Experience of line management, with the ability to prioritise workloads and optimise team performance Strong team-working skills, with the ability to lead and coordinate teams across the University when required

Location

De Montfort University - Hybrid

Additional information

Unitemps is acting as an Employment Business, supplying temporary workers, in relation to this vacancy.

Please refer to the candidate information hub for DMU unitemps in relation to pay dates and further information - https://www.unitemps.com/resources/info-hub/?type=candidate-uk&branch=dmu

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Contract length: 5 months

Pay: 23.18 per hour

Expected hours: 37 per week

Work Location: In person