Location: Occupational Health and Safety Office, 10 Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3PD

Salary: £49,119 - £58,265 per annum.

Contract: Full Time, Fixed Term Contract - 31 July 2027

About Us

Spanning the historic streets of the "city of dreaming spires", the University of Oxford has been ranked the world's leading university for ten consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you'll contribute to ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy.

What We Offer

Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:

• 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
• One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.
• A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle.
• An excellent contributory pension scheme.
• Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
• Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.

About the Role

The University Occupational Health and Safety Office is part of the Human Resources department within the University Administration and Services. The Office provides advice on all aspects of health and safety within the University, including fire safety. Its main function is to support the University's Safety Executive Group, by monitoring compliance and formulating policies or guidance. This includes coordinating consultation exercises with the University's Consultative Committee for Health and Safety.

The Office also supports divisions and department via a divisional partnership model. This includes the provision of health and safety training, monitoring and conducting incident investigations, undertaking inspections and audits, coordinating improvement programmes and the provision of a hazardous waste disposal service. The post holder will be a key part of this divisional partnership, providing direct support to divisions and departments. This will predominantly involve supporting individuals within the University Administration and Services, Humanities Division, and the Garden, Libraries and Museums, as other divisions employ their own area or divisional safety support. However, the role could be deployed to support any part of the University depending on priorities and the post holder's own knowledge or experience.

About You
Selection criteria
Essential selection criteria

• Experience of providing health and safety advice on a wide range of potential hazards.
• Ability to explain health and safety issues clearly to staff at all levels and to external contractors, and to devise practical solutions to problems
• Ability to motivate and lead others in finding workable solutions to health and safety problems
• Ability to work collaboratively and flexibly with a range of people from varying disciplines to achieve solutions in the best interest of the University
• Ability to work independently, identify key areas for improvement and suggest practicable solutions to complex issues.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent computer skills, especially familiarity with the MS Office suite of programs

Desirable selection criteria

• Previous experience of a health and safety management role in a large, complex organisation
• Membership of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health, or an equivalent professional body
• Current full driving licence

Application Process

To apply, please upload:

• A covering letter/supporting statement
• Your CV
• The completed Selection Criteria document
• The details of two referees

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 24 October 2025.

Interviews will take place on 5 November 2025.

Contact Person :

Meraj Huda

Vacancy ID :

182708

Contact Phone :

Closing Date & Time :

24-Oct-2025 12:00

Pay Scale :

STANDARD GRADE 8

Contact Email :

uas.talentacquisition@admin.ox.ac.uk

Salary (£) :

£49,119 - £58,265