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Charnwood Borough Council in Leicestershire is searching for the latest member of #TeamCBC!
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Health and Safety and Environmental Manager to lead the strategic and operational delivery of compliance across our Landlord Services. This is a pivotal role ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and environmental integrity of our housing stock, staff, and tenants.
You will oversee statutory compliance, risk management, and environmental sustainability across housing operations-including water safety, fire risk, asbestos, disrepair, voids, and emerging legislation such as Awaab's Law. Working closely with senior leaders and technical teams, you will embed a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the development and implementation of health and safety policies, procedures, and audits across landlord services.
* Ensure full compliance with statutory duties including COSHH, RIDDOR, CDM, and housing-specific regulations.
* Oversee environmental risk management including water hygiene, asbestos, damp and mould, and energy efficiency.
* Support operational teams with training, guidance, and technical expertise.
* Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior management, boards, and regulators.
* Lead investigations, incident reviews, and corrective action planning.
* Champion tenant safety and engagement through clear communication and partnership working.
What we’re looking for:
* NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification in health and safety.
* Proven experience managing compliance in housing, property, or public sector environments.
* Strong understanding of housing legislation, consumer standards, and environmental health.
* Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Ability to translate complex regulations into practical, ethical service delivery.
* Commitment to professional standards, tenant welfare, and continuous improvement.
The benefits of working with CBC:
* Agile working for many roles
* Generous annual leave of between (5 and 40.5 days NJC) of leave (depending on length of service), inclusive of bank holidays.
* Most services are closed over Christmas.
* Opportunities for professional development linked to many roles.
* Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
* Free parking
About the Council
Charnwood is one of the largest shire district councils in the country based on population, serving around 183,000 people.
We offer a range of services, with everything from refuse and recycling collections to the operation of a theatre and historic markets.
Our services are built on our values: Pride in Charnwood; Customer Focused and Working Together.
About Charnwood
We are proud of our borough, and it is a great place to live, work visit and invest in.
Charnwood boasts breath-taking landscapes which are great to explore.
At the heart of Charnwood is Loughborough, home to a world class university, historic markets, and the only major bell foundry in the UK.
It is a diverse community thanks to its student population and cultures from around the world.
No agencies please.
Salary range
£44,075 - £47,181 per year
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