Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and Fire Protection Specialist
The Bursar of Jan Evangelista Purkyně University in Ústí nad Labem announces a recruitment procedure to fill the position of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and Fire Protection Specialist
(Applications are open to both individuals and companies.)
Number of vacancies / Position / Field of activity: 1 – Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and Fire Protection Specialist
We are looking for a colleague to help us create a safe working and studying environment at Jan Evangelista Purkyně University in Ústí nad Labem. We offer a varied professional role in occupational health and safety (OHS) and fire protection, cooperation with departments across the University, and the opportunity to propose improvements in workplace safety and risk prevention.
Main Responsibilities and Areas of Activity:
- Monitoring compliance with occupational health and safety legislation
- Preparing OHS documentation as required by applicable legislation and other regulations
- Preparing and delivering OHS training for employees, including developing training materials, informing employees about risks, and assessing their knowledge
- Providing methodological guidance and cooperating in resolving issues, investigating occupational accidents and dealing with emergencies
- Inspecting workplaces and cooperating in the monitoring of work procedures, including defining measures and proposing solutions to ensure occupational health and safety
- Cooperating in the development of emergency procedures
- Working with the employer to ensure the fulfilment of risk prevention obligations, including risk assessments and proposing measures to minimise risks
- Communicating with public authorities and participating in meetings with government and inspection authorities
- Developing and implementing strategies relating to OHS and environmental protection
Our Ideal Candidate:
- Professionally qualified in fire protection, with a Fire Protection Technician qualification
- Professionally qualified in risk prevention
- Experience as a construction site OHS coordinator and an inspection technician for designated technical equipment is an advantage
- Strong organisational skills, the ability to manage the assigned agenda independently, and the ability to coordinate internal and external stakeholders involved in the relevant areas
- Ability to work creatively and analytically
- Flexibility, good communication skills, a professional approach, reliability, and the ability to cooperate across the University
- Clean criminal record
- Computer literacy
- Category B driving licence
Form and Scope of Cooperation:
We are open to various forms of cooperation, including full-time or part-time employment and the provision of services on an external basis. The specific form and scope of cooperation, working arrangements, and remuneration will be discussed individually, taking into account the University’s needs and the applicants’ possibilities.
In the case of employment, we envisage a fixed-term employment contract for three years, with the possibility of extension. The employment fraction and type of contractual relationship may be adjusted by mutual agreement. Remuneration will be determined by mutual agreement.
Expected Start Date: By agreement
Place of Work: Ústí nad Labem
Note: For companies, the services must be provided at the designated place of work.
Benefits Offered in the Case of Employment:
- Interesting and varied work at an institution holding the HR Excellence in Research Award
- A pleasant and modern working environment
- Support for further professional development and education
- Flexible forms of employment
- Six weeks of annual leave
- Five sick days
- Additional employee benefits, including subsidised meals, a contribution to supplementary pension savings, access to the University library and sports facilities, the Bukovina recreation centre, and more
Information on the Recruitment Procedure and Selection Criteria:
The recruitment procedure will consist of two rounds. In the first round, the selection committee will assess the documents submitted as part of the application. The second round will take the form of an in-person interview with shortlisted candidates, who will present their professional experience to date.
The selection process will assess professional qualifications, relevant work experience, the ability to manage the assigned agenda independently, and the proposed form of cooperation in line with the University’s needs.
The in-person interviews are expected to take place on 5 November 2026. Invited candidates will be informed of the exact date, time, and venue in their invitation. All applicants will be informed of the outcome no later than 10 days after the recruitment procedure has concluded.
For further information about the position, please contact: leos.nergl@ujep.cz
Please send your application, including a structured CV with an emphasis on professional experience, proof of your highest level of education, and certificates confirming your professional qualifications, by post to the UJEP Personnel Department, Pasteurova 1, 400 96 Ústí nad Labem, or by email to personalni@ujep.cz by 30 October 2026.
Applicants interested in external cooperation should submit a description of the services they offer and a proposal outlining the possible scope of cooperation.