Compliance Manager (Fire Lead) – Worcestershire
We are working with a Council in Worcestershire seeking a dynamic and experienced Compliance Manager (Fire Lead) to join their Corporate and Maintained Schools estates team.
This is a temporary, full-time role managing a diverse property portfolio, including corporate HQs and school buildings, acting as the Council’s competent person under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
Location: Worcester / Hybrid
Contract: Permanent
Hourly Rate: £36 per hour Umbrella LTD / £29 PAYE
Hours: 35 per week
Start Date: ASAP
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage fire compliance across the entire Worcestershire County Council (WCC) corporate and school estate.
* Act as the Council’s "Responsible Person (Fire)" under the Fire Safety Order.
* Oversee fire risk assessments, fire door inspections, and remedial works.
* Ensure contractor and supply chain compliance, performance, and KPI delivery.
* Investigate fire-related incidents and ensure lessons learned are captured.
* Support the management of non-fire statutory compliance in maintained schools.
* Prepare reports, contract briefs, and compliance strategies for stakeholders.
* Deliver training and promote a positive fire safety culture across the estate.
We’re Looking For:
* Substantial experience in managing large-scale fire compliance or property contracts.
* Up-to-date knowledge of fire safety legislation, including RRFSO 2005.
* Experience managing contracts across a wide estate (100+ sites).
* Skills in performance reporting, contractor oversight, and stakeholder engagement.
* Strong project and programme management skills, with excellent communication.
* Ability to work with in-house teams and external consultants.
* Willingness to travel across the county and attend out-of-hours meetings when needed.
Essential Qualifications:
* Diploma in Fire Safety or equivalent qualification.
* Level 6 qualification (or equivalent experience).
* Experience managing statutory compliance and remedial programmes.
* Ability to lead in a matrix environment with a focus on contract management.
Desirable Qualifications:
* NEBOSH or IOSH accreditation.
* Understanding of NEC3/4 contracts and construction project delivery.
* Experience working in local government.
If interested, please contact via email at [emailprotected] or ask for James Glover at Service Care on 01772 208967.
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