Head of Safety and Compliance

3 days ago

Hackney Derbyshire, United Kingdom Goodman Masson Full time

Head of Compliance & M&E
Hackney Council
Location: Hackney Service Centre / Flexible Hybrid
Goodman Masson is partnering with Hackney Council to recruit a Head of Compliance & M&E, a senior leadership role responsible for statutory compliance and the delivery of all mechanical and electrical services across the borough’s housing portfolio. This is a high-impact position overseeing critical safety functions including asbestos, legionella, gas, electrical and lift safety, while ensuring effective maintenance services and long-term asset resilience.
Leading a team of around 120 staff, you will set the strategic direction for compliance and M&E services, ensuring robust frameworks, strong contractor performance, and a proactive approach to risk management. This role will also manage significant budgets, develop preventative maintenance strategies, lead on procurement of M&E services, and oversee performance against key compliance and safety standards. You will act as a principal advisor on statutory compliance, responding to regulatory requirements and ensuring all data, inspections and safety records are audit-ready.
A core part of the role is collaboration — engaging residents, leading high-performing teams, working with contractors and technical specialists, and representing the Council with external regulators including the HSE, the Building Safety Regulator and London Fire Brigade. You will also play a key organisational role, contributing to Hackney’s governance model through regular leadership, performance and safety boards.
Significant senior leadership experience in M&E, compliance, housing or asset management.
Strong technical knowledge across gas, electrical, legionella, asbestos, lifts and M&E systems.
Experience managing large teams, direct labour operatives and specialist contractors.
A track record of delivering compliance programmes, safety improvements and high-quality maintenance services.
Deep understanding of statutory frameworks including the Building Safety Act, Health & Safety at Work Act and relevant British Standards.
Ability to lead cultural change, drive performance and communicate complex technical information with clarity.
This is an opportunity to lead one of London’s most significant compliance and M&E services, shaping the safety and reliability of thousands of homes and contributing directly to Hackney’s wider resident safety strategy.

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