H&S Laboratory Specialist

Working within the Facilities/Admin/H &S department, the incumbent will be responsible for conducting laboratory inspections to verify laboratory compliance with relevant guidelines established by government regulatory agencies, university guidelines, and general laboratory standards and to promote a safe and healthy environment for all users.  Please note the role is earmarked for an Emirati candidate. 

Some of the key responsibilities will include:
- Assist team members to ensure all users are in compliance with policies and programs for chemical, biological, physical, radiation, laser fire, life, and/or environmental protection safety
- Provide comprehensive support to the research community, including support of radiation safety, bio-safety and Chemical Safety
- Carry out inspections, assess the hazards associated with the use of biological and chemical agents, conduct evaluations of potentially hazardous areas and conditions
- Support all users on safe practices for potential hazards and provide support to the bio-safety program and chemical hygiene program
- Assist with investigations related to fire, health and safety accidents and/or incidents
- Perform chemical spill cleanups and assist with waste chemical pickups and assist with the Chemical Inventory Program as needed
- Ensure compliance with Health Authority legislation, standards, codes of practices policy and health, safety and environmental standards, codes regulations and best practices.
- Adhere to the University's information security and confidentiality policies and procedures, and report breaches or other security risks accordingly
- Perform any other tasks assigned by the Line Manager

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