Job Description
Building Safety Manager
Housing Association | South East England | Hybrid Working -500 per day 6-Month Rolling Contract
A progressive Housing Association in the South East is looking to appoint an experienced Building Safety Manager to support the delivery of its building safety and compliance programme across a varied residential portfolio.
This is an excellent opportunity for a building safety professional with a strong understanding of the Building Safety Act 2022, fire safety compliance, and resident safety obligations to join a busy and well-regarded asset management team.
The successful candidate will work closely with compliance, asset management, and operational colleagues to ensure the organisation continues to meet its statutory and regulatory responsibilities while driving best practice across building safety.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead on building safety compliance across high-risk and residential buildings.
- Support the implementation and management of the organisation''s Building Safety Strategy.
- Develop, maintain and review Safety Case Reports and supporting documentation.
- Monitor and manage building safety risks, ensuring appropriate mitigation measures are in place.
- Oversee contractors and consultants delivering fire safety, structural safety and compliance-related projects.
- Ensure compliance across key areas including fire safety, asbestos, water hygiene, lifts, gas and electrical safety.
- Support resident engagement initiatives in line with Building Safety Act requirements.
- Produce performance reports and compliance data for senior management.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders, contractors, consultants and regulatory bodies.
Candidate Requirements
- Proven experience within Building Safety, Fire Safety, Compliance or Asset Management.
- Strong knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022 and associated regulations.
- Experience working within social housing, local authority, housing association or residential property environments.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple compliance workstreams and priorities.
- Relevant qualifications such as IOSH, NEBOSH, CIOB, IFE, RICS or equivalent are desirable.
Contract Details
- -500 per day.
- Hybrid working arrangement.
- Initial 6-month contract.
- Rolling extension potential.
- Immediate start available.
About the Opportunity
This position offers the chance to join a highly regarded housing provider at a significant point in its building safety journey. You will play a critical role in protecting residents, maintaining compliance standards, and ensuring the successful delivery of key safety initiatives across the organisation''s housing stock.
For further information or to be considered for this opportunity, please submit your CV today.
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