Health & Safety Coordinator
| Posting date: | 23 September 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 October 2025 |
| Location: | Sheffield, S10 2TN |
| Company: | University of Sheffield |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1492-43671072 |
Summary
University of Sheffield
Reporting to the School Safety Officer and School Technical Manager, the School Safety Officer plays a vital role in fostering a strong safety culture within the School of Mechanical, Aerospace, and Civil Engineering. The role focuses on promoting positive health and safety practices to maintain a high-performing environment that aligns with professional standards, UK legislation, and University policies. Key responsibilities include managing the safe disposal of WEEE, chemicals, and other waste while maintaining accurate records to meet legal requirements. The role also ensures statutory compliance for equipment such as Local Exhaust Ventilation systems, lifting equipment, and pressure equipment. The post holder will also be required to independently carry out audits and inspections, this position involves supporting satellite sites, a full UK driving licence is essential for this dynamic role.
More details can be found on our benefits page: sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits (opens in a new window).
We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process.
Reporting to the School Safety Officer and School Technical Manager, the School Safety Officer plays a vital role in fostering a strong safety culture within the School of Mechanical, Aerospace, and Civil Engineering. The role focuses on promoting positive health and safety practices to maintain a high-performing environment that aligns with professional standards, UK legislation, and University policies. Key responsibilities include managing the safe disposal of WEEE, chemicals, and other waste while maintaining accurate records to meet legal requirements. The role also ensures statutory compliance for equipment such as Local Exhaust Ventilation systems, lifting equipment, and pressure equipment. The post holder will also be required to independently carry out audits and inspections, this position involves supporting satellite sites, a full UK driving licence is essential for this dynamic role.
More details can be found on our benefits page: sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits (opens in a new window).
We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process.