Event Safety Coordinator

Opportunity

An opportunity has arisen in the central Safety, Health and Environment Department at Liverpool John Moores University for an Event Safety Coordinator.

• Manage event safety as the primary responsibility, acting as the custodian of the health and safety elements of the event management process.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan, set up, execute and review events across the university premises (approximately 1,000 to 1,200 events per year).
• Ensure compliance with Martyn's Law (Terrorism Protection of Premises Act 2025) and its recent Guidance, and oversee arrangements for fire safety and first aid at events.
• Conduct horizon‑scanning and review, update and consult on policy.
• Attend Faculty and Professional Services Management meetings, deliver training and present to senior members of the organisation.

• Credibility and gravitas in approach, capable of presenting to senior levels within the organisation.
• Resilience, able to handle the rejection of event requests and challenges from senior colleagues.
• Confidence in decision‑making, with support from the Director of Safety, Health and Environment.

Generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support, and family‑friendly policies.

LJMU values diversity and provides a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can fulfil their potential.