Facilities and Safety Manager
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Position Overview & Specifications
The Department of Pharmacology, University of Cambridge, is a thriving, friendly and dynamic community of staff and students, dedicated to the pursuit of world-class research, teaching and learning, and driven by curiosity, quality, collaboration and innovation. We offer a welcoming work environment where you can feel valued, encouraged to develop, and supported to achieve your full potential.
We are looking to recruit a Facilities and Safety Manager to join our friendly and dynamic operations team. The Facilities and Safety Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation of highly serviced research facilities, and the management of a skilled support staff team enabling research and teaching activities in the Department. This includes the smooth operation of general building services, in conjunction with the Estates Division, the provision of specialised research infrastructure in combination with external contractors, and the management of Health and Safety by supporting and advising the Head of Department (HoD).
The technical support team covers a range of grades and specialist work areas, from cleaning and general building maintenance, to teaching laboratories and specialist imaging facilities. The Facilities and Safety Manager leads this team by setting the culture, managing workloads, coordinating activities, recruiting, reviewing and developing staff.
Cambridge is a world-leading University and this is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team. Alongside a competitive salary and 36 days of annual leave per annum, University staff are eligible for a comprehensive package of benefits and services including discounts on shopping, health care, financial services, and public transport.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check.
Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact the HR Team (HR@phar.cam.ac.uk).
Please quote reference PL35971 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Colleges & Universities
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Facilities and Safety Manager roles across University of Cambridge's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Colleges & Universities.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £38,592 - £51,805 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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