Deputy Health & Safety Manager (Ref: 006985)

We are partnering with a globally renowned, research-intensive institution to appoint a Deputy Health & Safety Manager within one of its largest and most technically complex departments. This is a rare opportunity to join a prestigious academic environment at an exciting time of transformation, supporting cutting-edge research, advanced laboratory facilities and a vibrant community of academics, researchers and students. ‍ The Role Reporting to the Departmental Safety Manager, you will play a key leadership role in ensuring that research, teaching and operational activities are delivered safely, compliantly and without disruption. You will: • Support the development and delivery of the department’s health, safety and environmental strategy • Provide expert legal and technical advice across a complex research environment • Deputise for the Health & Safety Manager when required • Lead on statutory compliance across specialist laboratories and technical facilities • Oversee contractors and ensure remedial actions are completed in a timely manner • Develop, implement and maintain safety management systems and procedures • Deliver scheduled audits and inspections, providing constructive feedback to academic leads • Support safety inductions and engagement initiatives • Help drive a positive, proactive safety culture across the department This is a broad and visible role combining operational delivery with strategic influence. ‍ The Environment The department hosts approximately 1,000 staff, researchers and students and operates within a newly developed, state-of-the-art research facility. Activities span multiple specialist research themes and involve high-value equipment, technical workshops, laboratory environments and public engagement spaces. Safety here is not just compliance — it is fundamental to enabling world-class innovation. ‍ About You You will be an experienced Health & Safety professional who thrives in complex, stakeholder-rich environments. Essential criteria include: • Degree-level qualification in Occupational Health & Safety (e.g. NEBOSH Diploma) or working towards • Significant experience managing health & safety systems • Strong audit and inspection background • Experience supervising contractors and service providers • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Confidence engaging with senior academics, technical specialists and operational teams • Ability to balance the needs of research excellence with safe working practices You will be organised, pragmatic and able to influence at all levels.