Salary Circa £32,000 per annum
Contract type Permanent
Location Great Abington, Cambridge CB21 6AD (Agile; approximately 2 days a week from our office)
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This is a Permanent, , Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.

The Health, Safety and Facilities Officer will support the delivery of a safe, compliant and well-maintained working environment across the organisation. The role provides day-to-day coordination of health and safety activities, facilities operations, statutory compliance and contractor management, helping to ensure that offices and related spaces are safe, efficient and fit for purpose for staff, visitors and contractors.

 

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

  • Support the coordination and delivery of health and safety processes across the organisation, helping maintaining compliance with relevant legislation, internal policies, the ARUK Health and Safety Management System and best practice.
  • Maintain health and safety records, including DSE assessments, new and expectant mothers’ assessments, incident logs, training records, inspections, audit follow-up actions and related compliance documentation.
  • Support the completion, review and tracking of risk assessments, safe systems of work, standard operating procedures, and other health and safety documentation.
  • Assist with the coordination and documentation of internal audits, safety checks and workplace inspections, recording findings, tracking actions and escalating issues as required.
  • Support the reporting, assessment and follow-up of accidents, incidents and near misses, identifying trends, assisting with investigations and helping to develop strategies to prevent recurrence.
  • Provide administrative support for policy updates, system improvements, implementation activities, reports, data summaries and documentation to support assurance and compliance frameworks.
  • Respond to general health and safety enquiries, providing routine guidance and escalating issues where appropriate.
  • Manage and maintain digital systems including DSE platforms, incident reporting systems, facilities databases, lone working records and contractor-related records, ensuring information is accurate and up to date.
  • Manage facilities JIRA requests, tracking and escalating workplace issues, including repairs, building fabric, environmental conditions and general maintenance.
  • Coordinate planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, equipment servicing and service contracts, liaising with colleagues, suppliers and contractors to ensure buildings, office fabric and equipment are maintained in a safe and good state of repair.
  • Liaise with external contractors and service providers, including cleaning, security, maintenance and repair services, arranging works, checking documentation, organising access and monitoring delivery against requirements.
  • Provide day-to-day workplace support in response to staff requests relating to office space, equipment, lighting, heating, building issues, office housekeeping, meeting room readiness and general workplace functionality.
  • Support business continuity, emergency preparedness and workplace response arrangements, including fire safety, first aid, evacuation processes and the day-to-day administration of the lone working system.

 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

 

  • Experience in a health and safety, facilities, workplace or operations support role.
  • Good working knowledge of health and safety principles and their practical application in an office or operational environment.
  • Experience of maintaining accurate records, coordinating actions and managing administrative processes relating to compliance or facilities activities.
  • Ability to organise and prioritise a varied workload, with strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues, contractors and external suppliers.
  • Ability to work independently while also contributing positively as part of a wider team.
  • A practical, customer-focused and solution-oriented approach to supporting workplace safety and facilities needs.
  • Commitment to confidentiality, professionalism and high standards of service.
  • NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent health and safety qualification/training.
  • Experience of facilities management within a corporate environment desirable.
  • A proactive and dependable approach, with the ability to take ownership of tasks and follow through to completion.

 

The closing date for applications is the 12th July 2026, with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.

The Company

The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country. Recently, the company has won multiple workplace environment awards and has an outstanding record of employee satisfaction.

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  • Innovation

We are creative and fearless in our work.

  • Accountability

We take ownership of our work and lead from the front.

  • Teamwork

We collaborate widely and build supportive environments.

Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure.  Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope. 

There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure. 

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.  Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.

It is important to offer a range of benefits which are designed to meet both the organisational and individual needs, are market competitive and designed to attract and retain employees.

For more details on working for Alzheimer's Research UK click here.

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