Asbestos Manager

University of Salford - Estates and Facilities

Location:	Salford, Hybrid
Salary:	£38,784 to £46,049
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Permanent

Placed On:	3rd February 2026
Closes:	9th March 2026
Job Ref:	579-441990581

The University of Salford has an exciting opportunity for an Asbestos Manager to join our growing, ambitious and diverse team. The Asbestos Manager shall be experienced and highly competent to lead the strategic and operational management of asbestos across all of its estate.

This critical role will ensure full compliance with the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, providing assurance to the University as Duty Holder that asbestos risks are effectively identified, managed and controlled. You will act as the University’s subject-matter expert, overseeing the asbestos management plan, surveys, risk assessments and contractor performance, while embedding best practice across Estates & Facilities operations.

This role, while positioned within the Estates and Facilities Directorate (E&FD), has responsibilities that span across the entire University. The post-holder is expected to provide expertise, guidance, and advice to ensure a safe and compliant environment for all academic, student, professional service, and visitor-related activities. The purpose of the role is to ensure the University maintains high levels of statutory compliance maturity, excellent governance, and clear and accurate evidence of compliance performance.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional looking to apply their expertise within a large, complex and forward-thinking higher education environment.

Salford operate a Hybrid working model (minimum of three days per week onsite, subject to business demands) and there may be a requirement to work evenings and weekends, as the business demands.

For a full list of responsibilities, please see the attached Job Description

About Estates and Facilities Services

Utilising the resources of some 300 directly employed staff, supported by numerous external contractors, Estates & Facilities is responsible for delivering a full estates and facilities management service to the University, including capital development and property maintenance.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
• An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
• Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance
• Professional development - we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential
• Our community - there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences.  Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives
• The Perks! - MySalford, our online employee portal offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts
• Wellbeing support - all our people are important to us and we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and fitness facilities.