Facilities Manager

1 month ago


Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

The MRC Toxicology Unit at the University of Cambridge is an internationally renowned institution focussed on the delivery of field-changing mechanistic insights into toxicology and disease.

An opportunity has arisen at the Unit for a Facilities Manager with responsibility for the physical infrastructure, facilities and high quality support services in order to support effective operation of research activities.

The role:

  • Management and leadership of the estates team
  • Project manage major and minor building projects including scientific projects
  • Undertake space management and planning
  • Manage and oversee scientific support and estates budgets
  • Oversee service contracts and existing warranties
  • Manage Fixed Asset register
  • Responsible for Emergency Action Plan
  • Represent the Unit at appropriate committees
  • Act as Departmental Safety Officer Deputy and Fire Manager Deputy
  • Provide key input into business continuity plans
  • Chair and promote the Green Committee for the Unit
  • Available for weekend work / on call as required

What you will need:

  • Graduate level education in a science subject
  • Experience of managing and negotiating contracts
  • The ability to manage staff and build an effective team
  • Experience of project planning and delivery
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to produce and present concise reports
  • Experience of health and safety management is desirable
  • Research experience in a biological laboratory setting would be an advantage

This is an open-ended position funded by the MRC.

Further information on the Toxicology Unit can be found at

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Please quote reference PU41216 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.

£40,521 to £54,395 pa



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