About this role
Location: Aston University Main Campus
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our busy, hardworking and friendly Health and Safety Unit. As a Health and Safety Business Partner, you will work with colleagues within schools and departments to provide professional advice, assistance, and management to ensure legal compliance and to incorporate best practice into all aspects of operations.
You will support the Director of Health, Safety and Business Continuity, and the other Health and Safety Business Partners to deliver the objectives in the University’s Health and Safety Strategy and drive the continuous improvement of Health and Safety Management throughout your schools and departments. You will work closely with the Health and Safety Advisors in schools and departments to deliver a high-quality pragmatic safety service.
The Health and Safety Unit provides a professional service to the University covering policy development, risk management, specialist advice, training, auditing and legal compliance. We make a valid contribution to the strategic direction of Aston University and are dedicated to reducing accidents and improving standards of health and safety. We provide tailored, comprehensive advice to managers, high quality training and manage the implementation of regulatory requirements.
You will use your managerial experience to mentor, manage and develop the H&S advisor for you designated schools.
What we offer:
Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train. The role is offered as 'dynamic working', which means working both on campus and from home dependent on the activity, with at least 3 days on site per week. Excellent training and development opportunities. A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days. Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers. Great family friendly policies. On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here.
Aston University may be able to sponsor those who are already on a Skilled Worker Visa issued before 22nd July 2025. If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role. Please note we are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting.
See here for more information on Skilled Worker visa eligibility: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Friday 09 January 2026
Interview Date: Friday 30 January 2026