Fire Project Surveyor (Three-year Fixed-Term Contract)

Are you an experienced professional ready to manage fire safety projects across one of the UK's most diverse estates? Join our Estates Services team at the University of Oxford and help improve fire safety across a historic range of buildings – your expertise will protect the people, places, and research that make Oxford extraordinary.

Location: Estate Services, The Malthouse, Tidmarsh Lane, Oxford, OX1 1NQ

Salary: £48,235 – £57,255 with a discretionary range to £62,407 per annum

Contract: Full-time, Fixed Term (3 years, with potential to extend)

About Us

Spanning the historic streets of the "city of dreaming spires," the University of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for nine consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you’ll contribute to ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy.

Our Estates Compliance team plays a vital role in keeping people safe through expert oversight of building systems, legal standards, and safety improvements. You’ll be joining a close-knit team working collaboratively to deliver practical, high-impact fire safety projects.

What We Offer

Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:

• 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
• One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.
• A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle.
• An excellent contributory pension scheme.
• Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
• Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.

About the Role

As a Fire Project Surveyor at the University of Oxford, you will play a vital role in managing fire safety projects across a diverse and historic estate. You will oversee the installation, maintenance, and compliance of both active and passive fire systems, ensuring safety standards are met and regulations followed.

Working closely with contractors and university departments, you’ll ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality. This is an opportunity to contribute to the safety of the university’s community, ensuring that building users are protected while enhancing the estate's resilience.

About You

We are looking for someone who can bring:

• Chartered membership of a relevant body (e.g. RICS, CIOB, IFE) or equivalent professional experience
• Strong working knowledge of UK fire safety legislation and best practice
• Project management experience in building maintenance, refurbishment, or compliance works
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with multiple stakeholders
• Organisational skills and IT systems knowledge to monitor and track progress effectively.

Application Process

To apply, please upload:

• A covering letter/supporting statement
• Your CV
• The details of two referees

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday 7 April 2025.

Interviews will take place in the week commencing Monday 14 April 2025, and will be held face-to-face or online.

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