Total 3 job vacancies by University of Plymouth

Are you an experienced Security Manager, looking for a new challenge within a high performing team where your skills and expertise can be used and developed?

We are seeking a Security Manager to lead the management and development of the Security Service. The friendly team is vital in keeping students, staff, visitors and our buildings safe and providing a welcoming and supportive environment. There is always something new happening at the University, and the role is never dull.

You will be key in the development and implementation of a security strategy to establish a safe and secure environment in which the university community can thrive. This includes the main city centre campus as well as other University sites within a 5-mile radius.

Experienced in security management at a senior level within a relevant, complex organisation you will demonstrate the ability to work both at strategic and operational levels using your knowledge of current security related legislation and practice. You will provide intelligence–led information on risks and threats to aid decision-making.

Essential skills include leadership and teambuilding and as you will be working with colleagues across the University you will have effective communication and interpersonal skills. A good understanding of issues facing security in higher education will be expected.

A relevant professional qualification or knowledge gained via substantial vocational experience in security leadership is essential. Specialist knowledge of a range of security systems such as CCTV, communication, intruder alarms along with a good working knowledge of Microsoft word/excel/PowerPoint/outlook and databases. Knowledge of Health, Safety and Security legislation and experience of risk management is essential. As the Departmental Safety Co-ordinator a NEBOSH Health and Safety qualification or willingness to achieve on appointment is also a requirement.

A current full driving licence (manual transmission) is essential as you will be driving University of Plymouth vehicles. This role is also subject to health surveillance with our Occupational Health team.

This is a full-time, permanent position and whilst you will generally work a 37-hour week, Monday to Friday, you will be required to undertake duties outside these times and be flexible to meet the demands of the role. You must be able to attend campus at times which include evenings and weekends, to deal with emergencies or provide cover. As the security team works 24/7 you will need to work some out of hours shifts to understand requirements and to manage service performance.

Due to the nature of the work, this role is based on campus. There can be a requirement in certain instances to attend work to resolve/manage issues; therefore, the post holder must live within reasonable travelling distance of the University.

The appointment will require an enhanced DBS check, in line with CSAS accreditation.

For an informal conversation about the role please email holly.colwill@plymouth.ac.uk to arrange a time.

Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

Interviews are likely to take place on Thursday 2nd May 2024 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.

We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities. A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here.

A successful external candidate for this position would be employed by the University of Plymouth Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Plymouth. Employees of the University of Plymouth Services Limited work alongside the University of Plymouth colleagues in delivery of Plymouth’s strategic vision, and will adopt the University of Plymouth’s HR policies and procedures in full unless otherwise stated.

The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption leave please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages

We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT+.

Do you have experience in and enjoy helping others, in particular young people? Our security officers are vital in keeping students, staff, visitors and our buildings safe. They are friendly and diligent and work hard to contribute to the success of the University. As part of a close knit and loyal team, you will be involved in patrolling the campus, engaging one-to-one with students who need some support, responding to alarms and incidents and a whole lot more. No two days are the same and it is never boring.

Annualised working patterns enable you to have significant blocks of days off along with all the great benefits of working at the University including defined contribution pension scheme, onsite Nursery, cafes, sports facilities, cycle to work and shopping discount schemes.

We understand that no candidate will meet every single desired criteria we are looking for, so if your experience looks a little different from what we have identified, but you think you can bring value to the role, we would love to hear from you.

Why not come in for a coffee and learn more about the job and meet members of the team. To book a slot to drop in or just to find out more about the role, email david.owen@plymouth.ac.uk.

If you already know the job is for you, do not hesitate and apply today.

A current full driving licence (manual transmission) is essential as you will be driving University of Plymouth vehicles.This role is also subject to health surveillance with our Occupational Health team.

This role will require an Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

This is a permanent position, working annualised hours, working 1924 hours a week.

Flexible working options including job share will be considered.

We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities.

A successful external candidate for this position would be employed by the University of Plymouth Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Plymouth. Employees of the University of Plymouth Services Limited work alongside the University of Plymouth colleagues in delivery of Plymouth’s strategic vision, and will adopt the University of Plymouth’s HR policies and procedures in full unless otherwise stated.

The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption leave please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages

We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT+.

The University of Plymouth, a leading university in the south west, is seeking a qualified solicitor, ideally with recent in-house lawyer experience and/or with an understanding of the Higher Education Sector.

You will join the Legal and Compliance Department which provides relevant, concise clear risk-based legal advice and professional legal services, often under pressure, to Faculties, Schools, Research Institutes, Professional Services and to Governance bodies across the University's academic, commercial and compliance activities.

Whilst this is a fixed term contract, you will be joining the team at an exciting time. The demand for Legal Services continues to grow and we are engaged in a strategic planning exercise to help us identify an appropriate structure to focus our strengths and deliver maximum value and impacts for the institution.

The role will be busy and you will work mostly without supervision in a friendly, professional team comprising Lawyers, the Information Governance Officer and an Administrator.

As a small team we have close working relationships and support each other to make the best use of our collective skills. The team would welcome someone who has ambition for continuous improvement in our work, is positive and able to proactively support colleagues to build the team and our joint strategy.

You will report to the Head of Legal & Compliance (Head of L & C). The role is varied, requiring flexibility, but will include:

• providing advice about academic partnerships and about commercial and contractual relationships and agreements
• advising about complaints, disputes, litigation and other proceedings
• providing advice to support academic research including on regulation, IP, licences, consultancy and collaboration agreement
• maintaining effective relationships with external panel and working with the Head of Legal and Compliance to secure cost-effective external advice as appropriate
• working independently and under time pressure, to deliver practical risk-based advice to a range of colleagues, whilst maintaining excellent working relationships and engendering trust.

Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Karen Bellamy by email at karen.bellamy@plymouth.ac.uk by telephone on 07889 022382.

Closing date: 12 Midnight, Sunday 21st January 2024

Interviews are likely to take place week commencing Monday 5th February 2024 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.

This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week on a fixed-term basis for a period of 12 months due to business demand.

Flexible working options including job share will be considered.

We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities.

A successful external candidate for this position would be employed by the University of Plymouth Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Plymouth. Employees of the University of Plymouth Services Limited work alongside the University of Plymouth colleagues in delivery of Plymouth’s strategic vision, and will adopt the University of Plymouth’s HR policies and procedures in full unless otherwise stated.

The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption leave please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages

We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT+.