Head Of Fire Safety And Compliance

Client DetailsOur client are a leading Housing Provider striving on leading from the front from a service delivery and resident service perspective.DescriptionAs the Head of Fire Safety and Compliance, you will:Lead a fire safety team in order to ensure compliance with regulatory, industry and client requirements and ensure that satisfaction with your service is kept high and targets are met.To professionally represent the organisation with Regulatory bodies and industry representatives within your specialist areasBe the 'responsible person' for effective management of risk to the health and safety of customers in our homes specific to your remitProvide regular updates on compliance for all business areas and contribute to all monthly, quarterly and annual health & safety reporting including reporting to ET and drafting Business Plans and one-off PapersOversee and monitor the team's performance in regard to maintenance, compliance and servicing regimeDevelop and implement fire safety and asbestos management strategies in line with regulations.Oversee compliance with relevant legislation and industry standards for fire and asbestos safety.Lead a team to deliver operational excellence in fire and asbestos management.Ensure robust risk assessments are conducted and appropriate remedial actions are taken.Establish, maintain and regularly review policy, procedures and processes to deliver cost effective services and address key areas of risk, be responsible for drafting and developing effective, fit for purpose compliance Policy for the OrganisationLead on implementation of new processes regarding any changes in legislation in respect of our landlord obligationsEnsure that detailed records of works or inspections carried out using the IT systems or written records are appropriate and maintained correctly.Responsible for an annual combined budget in the region of 3-12M; seeking to achieve value for money throughout the life of each contract under managementMonitor invoicing and ensure payments are made according to the terms of the contract and following financial regulationsLead the team in the procurement and commercial evaluation of contracts. Provide feedback on the contract specification, making and implementing recommendations to improve contract specificationsProfileA successful Head of Fire Safety and Compliance should have:Extensive knowledge of fire safety and asbestos regulations and management of work streamsAbility to manage complex programmes and manage significant budgets effectivelyA skilled contract, and people managerExcellent communication and facilitation skills with strong listening, and analytical skillsProven experience in a senior management roleExperience managing full public sector procurement processes from an operational standpointMust have proven and previous experience in management services within the residential sector, preferably in fire safety managementAbility to build strong relationships both internally and externally to the organisationHighly organised with the ability to communicate clearly and conciselyAbility to meet deadlines with accuracy, and attention to detailFlexible, with the ability to attend occasional meetings/events outside of regular business hoursEducated to relevant degree level or equivalent, or relevant applicable experienceSubstantial knowledge and experience of contract administration e.g. JCT / NEC / TPC and running multiple projects at onceProven stakeholder management, preferably up to Board level and supplier management experience with a good track record of continuous improvementExperience of building and maintaining relationships with contractors, stakeholders and customers to continually improve services self‑motivated and ambitious team player with an ability to manage their team and own workload.Have a recognised professional management qualification, preferably within fire safety management from a creditable provider such as the Fire Protection Association, Fire Industry Association or NEBOSHExperience of working with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) order 2005 (RRFSO 2005)Able to travel to London and other sites on a regular basis and able to driveJob OfferCompetitive salary ranging from 85,000 to 90,000.Comprehensive benefits package.Opportunity to work in a large organisation within the Housing sector.Be part of a team committed to safety and compliance.Work in a London-based location with some wider travel too. #J-18808-Ljbffr