Fire Risk and Compliance Manager

Contract: Full time, permanent
Salary: -50,000 - -55,000 (DOE)
Location: West Sussex, hybrid working available

Start Date: Asap

We are partnering with a values-driven social housing provider known for its inclusive culture, strong community focus and commitment to supporting both residents and colleagues.

The Fire Risk Compliance Manager plays a key role in ensuring fire safety compliance across a diverse housing portfolio. Working as part of the Property Safety team, you will provide technical expertise, oversight and assurance that fire safety standards are met, risks are effectively managed, and regulatory requirements are consistently achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the organisation in meeting all landlord fire safety obligations in line with legislation, standards and best practice.
• Stay up to date with fire safety regulations and ensure these are reflected in working practices.
• Review Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs) and oversee the completion of associated actions.
• Provide technical fire safety advice to colleagues, customers and contractors.
• Carry out site visits and inspections to ensure compliance and safety standards are maintained.
• Develop specifications of work and manage orders relating to fire safety actions.
• Oversee works through to completion, including post-work inspections and sign-off.
• Build effective relationships with internal teams, contractors and relevant fire authorities

Essential Criteria:

• Thorough knowledge of Building and Fire Regulations/Legislation including (but not limited to):
• The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
• Fire Safety in Purpose-Built Blocks of Flats (LACORS)
• British Standards
• The Building Regulations
• Approved Documents
• PAS 79
• Property compliance experience from a technical management perspective, demonstrating understanding of the built environment.
• Full UK Driving Licence

For more information about the role, please contact Branwen Johns on (phone number removed) and email a copy of your CV.