Health and Safety Assistant

Job title:

Health and Safety Assistant

Company

University of Edinburgh

Job description

Job Description:UE06 – £33,882 – £39,105School of Biological Sciences – College of Science and EngineeringFull Time- 35 hours per weekFixed Term – ASAP for 10 monthsThe Opportunity:We are looking for an enthusiastic Health and Safety Assistant to provide maternity cover within the Biological Sciences safety team.This post is advertised as full-time (35 hours per week), however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.The opportunity has arisen to join the Health and Safety team, to assist with the management of health and safety within the School, working as an integral part of the team to promote high safety standards, engaging with staff and students across the School and taking the lead role for management of radiation safety. This post offers a chance for someone who is interested in pursuing a Health and Safety career to explore this field and gain valuable experience in a wide range of areas.Your skills and attributes for success:

• Qualification in a relevant scientific background with a good knowledge and experience of scientific and laboratory safety procedures.
• Working knowledge and experience in general safety procedures and completing risk assessments.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• A proven ability to assess problems and take appropriate action with the flexibility and resourcefulness to ensure effective outcomes.
• Enthusiasm and desire to develop in a health and safety career.

Click to view a copy of the full job descriptionAs a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• A competitive salary
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our

(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits.Championing equality, diversity and inclusionThe University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our (opens new browser tab).The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. International applicants will therefore be unable to apply for and secure a Skilled Worker visa. They will only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.Key dates to noteThe closing date for applications is 12 November 2024.Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.Interviews dates TBC.About Us: As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.About the Team:As the modern inheritors of our 400-year-old reputation for excellence, our staff and students contribute to a vibrant academic community whose visions are shaping tomorrow’s world. The School of Biological Sciences is at the leading edge in teaching, research and innovation. Independent rankings such as the Times Higher Education consistently place us amongst the top 25 universities in the world for biological sciences. We aim to ensure that our culture and systems support flexible and family-friendly working and to recognise and value diversity across all our staff and students. The School has an active programme offering support and professional development opportunities for all staff. We place a particular focus on development for early-career researchers (postgraduate and postdoctoral research staff and personal fellowship holders), offering mentoring and an active ‘BioDocSoc’ organisation that brings together researchers for networking, events and training opportunities.The School of Biological Sciences holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance the representation of women in science, mathematics, engineering and technology.Our contains more information about the School.

Expected salary

£33882 – 39105 per year

Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 02:29:34 GMT

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