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Senior Fire Safety Officer

Employer
Global Academy Jobs
Location
Australia
Closing date
Mar 21, 2019

Job Details

Property & Facilities

The University has 3 campuses located at St. Lucia, Gatton and Herston. The University also operates medical and dental schools in Brisbane and a number of research stations and farms throughout Queensland.

The Property & Facilities Division (P&F) is responsible for delivering comprehensive facilities management that support the University's teaching and research goals and its strategic objectives of Learning, Discovery and Engagement.

To achieve this, and to further improve the environment in which members of the University community study, work and live, P&F provide a range of services. These include: Infrastructure & Sustainability (ie energy management, sustainability office, engineering services), Project Delivery (ie new buildings, refurbishments, feasibilities), Planning & Property (ie. master planning, leasing, space management), Campus Operations (i.e. building maintenance, grounds and playing field maintenance, fire safety, security and parking, transport, cleaning, furniture, logistics, UQ fleet, mail dispatch).

UQ's environmental and sustainability initiatives have gained significant recognition. P&F manages the University's Environmental Management System, provides advice, and promotes best sustainability practices at UQ. The Sustainability website ( www.uq.edu.au/sustainability ) provides a single point for the University to communicate its initiatives and successes in embedding sustainability throughout its operations, learning, discovery and engagement. By browsing the site, the community has access to information on their sustainability study options, UQ's research in the area of sustainability, partnerships with community industry and government, and the University's carbon management strategy. You are encouraged you to visit the Sustainability website.

Further information about the Property and Facilities Division may be accessed on the Division's web site at www.pf.uq.edu.au

The role

The Senior Fire Safety Officer (SFSO) is responsible for fire safety risk management for the University. The position is required to develop, implement and manage systems to minimise the risk of fires and ensure statutory compliance.

The person

The successful candidate should possess a degree, and at least four (4) years' subsequent relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training. Candidates should possess extensive experience managing a large fire safety management system and demonstrated knowledge of fire safety systems and building fire safety. It is essential to hold a current Queensland open drivers licence (manual).

Applicants who hold a Train the Trainer certification or equivalent, and a Workplace Health and Safety Certificate as well as experience and knowledge of fire safety systems, building fire safety, fire safety infrastructure, systems and legislation in an institutional environment are also desirable.

The University of Queensland values diversity and inclusion and actively encourages applications from those who bring diversity to the University. Please refer to the University's Diversity and Inclusion webpage ( https://staff.uq.edu.au/information-and-services/human-resources/diversity ) for further information and points of contact if you require additional support.

Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to Jill Amber, HR Advisor on +61 7 3366 7693 or central-hr-advisory@uq.edu.au

Remuneration

This is a full-time, continuing appointment at HEW Level 7. The remuneration package will be in the range $85,222 - $93,085 p.a., plus employer superannuation contributions of up to 17% (total package will be in the range $99,710 - $108,910 p.a.).

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact Garry Tyler, Manager Security on +61 7 3365 1887 or g.tyler@pf.uq.edu.au.

To submit an application for this role, use the Apply button below. All applicants must supply the following documents: Cover letter, Resume and Selection Criteria responses.

For information on completing the application process click here .

You must have valid Australian work rights to apply for this role. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Company

Global Academy Jobs works with over 250 universities worldwide to promote academic mobility and international research collaboration. Global problems need international solutions. Our jobs board and emails reach the academics and researchers who can help.

"The globalisation of higher education continues apace, driving in turn the ongoing development of the global knowledge economy, striving for solutions to the world’s problems and educating a next generation of leaders and contributors."

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