USP (Fiji-based): Manager OHS & DISMAC Services: 2025/153
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Pacific Vacancies Announcement No. 2025/153 ? ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ? Office of the Chief Operating Officer Manager OHS & DISMAC Services ? Estates & Infrastructure – LPM162 ? The Opportunity The University of the South Pacific (USP) is the premier tertiary institution in the Pacific region. Established in 1968, it is committed to international standards of research and teaching excellence, with an emphasis on key regional issues. USP is jointly owned by 12 member countries: Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Nauru, Niue, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu. Courses are offered face-to-face at our main campuses (predominantly at Laucala Campus where this position is based), as well as by online and blended modes, in order to cater for students spread across 33 million square kilometres of ocean, on both sides of the international dateline. This location at the heart of the world’s most linguistically diverse region makes USP a fascinating institution in which to work. The Estates and Infrastructure Services is responsible for the management and strategic oversight of the University’s property, buildings and infrastructure at all campuses and centers throughout its 12-member countries.? Strategic Asset Management, Property Maintenance, Building & Property Standards and Design Services, Occupational Health & Safety Standards, and the Project Management of Major Capital works are key areas within the Section of E & I Services working together to ensure the physical estate supports the University Strategic and Academic Plans for the campuses. These include being the drivers of key campus sustainability initiatives, including energy, water & space efficiency as well as waste management through the adoption and maintenance of internationally recognized and benchmarked property and service standards. ? The Estates and Infrastructure team is looking for Manager OHS & DISMAC Services. The Manager OHS & DISMAC Services is responsible promoting a culture of safety and disaster resilience. The role is key for influencing policy and implementing a system of awareness and preparedness. The role has a significant influence on USPs risks management strategies to keep safe our staff, students and visitors to the USP. ? The key responsibility of the role is to;
? The incumbent will be expected to travel as required outside of Laucala Campus where the position is based. ? The Person We Seek To be considered for any of these positions, applicants must have: -??????? A degree and a postgraduate qualification in Occupation Health and Safety, Disaster Management or relevant field; and -??????? Five (5) years of relevant experience and proven management expertise; -??????? Additional formal certification in training of trainers or training and assessment, or being a registered trainer would be a distinct advantage; -??????? Excellent Communications. interpersonal skills and a customer services orientation; -??????? Excellent Presentation and Writing Skills; -??????? Strong attention to detail. strong analytical and problem-solving skills; -??????? Experience in risk management in the context of managing project risks; -??????? Strong leadership skills, able to achieve key objectives within broad guidelines and minimum supervision; -??????? Demonstrated experience using all MS Office tools. Remuneration ? The position is available for a term of three years and may be renewed by mutual agreement. ? Salary Range:? FJ$70,592 to FJ$86,479 per annum??? ??????????????????????? Enquiries: Mr. Mervyn Lepper, Director, Estates and Infrastructure Services. ? Email: mervyn.lepper@... ?Phone: (679) 32 32255 ? Closing date for applications: ?20 April 2025 ? How to Apply ? Click the Apply button to apply for this position online. ? The advertisement criteria is available on our University website () under Employment Opportunities. ? Please include the following documents in your application: Certified Academic Credentials/Transcripts, Cover letter clearly addressing key Selection Criteria and Resume with names of three referees, one of which must be your current or most recent direct work supervisor. Referees will only be contacted if you are selected. ? Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. ? The University of the South Pacific is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and equitable environment that protects the rights of children; nurture, promote and facilitate mutual respect, constructive empowerment and progress amongst its employees, students, stakeholders including visitors, without being hampered by any form of sexual harassment, sexual abuse or sexual exploitation. We reserve the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure a safe environment. ? USP is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. USP encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. ? ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE NOTE: ? ECO-CONSULT
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