Worcester College Oxford

Health and Safety Manager

Oxford OX1 2HB

Key information

Pay
£37,694 to £46,049 a year
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Workplace arrangement
On-site
Posted date
20 Oct 2026
Closing date
8 Nov 2026

About this role

The Health and Safety Manager will be responsible for the management and continuous improvement of fire safety across the College estate, ensuring compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and all relevant legislation. The role will include coordinating, reviewing and maintaining fire risk assessments across all buildings, ensuring they are reviewed annually and following any significant changes, with identified remedial actions monitored through to completion. In addition, the Health and Safety Manager is responsible for leading the development, implementation and review of the College’s Health and Safety policies, procedures and strategy, promoting a positive safety culture and ensuring compliance across all departments. Maintaining accurate compliance records, emergency plans, fire logs, system schematics and inspection schedules is an essential aspect of the role, alongside working with the Head of Works and departmental managers to implement improvement plans and measure effectiveness.

This role includes being available to provide support during emergency situations and attend the College site when required, including on a 24-hour basis