Compliance and Building Safety Manager

2 weeks ago


Bedfordshire, United Kingdom Macildowie Recruitment and Retention Full time

My client is a leading council in the East of England who are recruiting for a Compliance and Building Safety Manager

This role is a senior management position within the housing service of the council. The successful applicant will play a crucial role in ensuring continuous improvement, efficiency, and enhanced housing safety standards for customers

The focus will be on upholding compliance with UK standards across all housing stock, reflecting the councils commitment to building safety with key duties and responsibilities including:

  • Ensure compliance with UK Compliance Standards across all housing stock and provide regular reports on compliance status.
  • Collaborate with various teams, service areas, and stakeholders to conduct compliance inspections at appropriate frequencies, ensuring timely completion of rectification actions.
  • Lead a team of surveying and technical officers, overseeing allocation, programming, monitoring, and progress of work to maintain quality and safety standards.
  • Prepare reports and offer professional/technical advice on building safety and compliance. Conduct training for non-technical staff on compliance-related subjects

The ideal candidate will have;

  • Experience in a comparable environment, demonstrating a solid understanding of building safety and compliance.
  • A degree qualification and/or membership in a relevant professional organisation.
  • Proven experience in managing building safety and compliance, including leadership of staff and contractors.
  • Proficiency in business planning, change management, and continuous improvement methodologies.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the councils flagship service, with ample room for innovation and career development. Candidates with a passion for ensuring housing safety and a drive for excellence are encouraged to apply.

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