We're recruiting a Team Leader to own the delivery of building safety & compliance programmes for a confidential social housing services partner. You'll lead a team, manage contractors, and ensure clients meet their legal duties across fire, gas, electrical, water safety and more
Client Details
A long‑established, not‑for‑profit housing services partner supporting a portfolio of social housing providers across the North West. The organisation operates a member‑focused model, valuing trust, transparency and measurable compliance outcomes.
Description
Be the day‑to‑day lead for building safety and compliance across a multi‑client residential portfolio.
Keep current with legislation and regulations; advise management and members on implications and changes.
Plan and oversee compliance programmes, including:
Gas servicing
Asbestos management (CAR 2012)
Fire safety: risk assessments, works, fire alarms & emergency lighting testing
Electrical safety: EICR and PAT
Passenger lifts & lifting equipment (LOLER)
Water safety (Legionella / L8)
Building inspections
Prepare specifications and schedules of work; tender and issue orders (in line with member instructions).
Monitor progress & quality, supervise contractors, carry out site inspections; ensure timely invoicing/payment.
Gather, collate and report compliance performance data for SMT reporting; maintain accurate audit‑ready records.
Line manage the Performance & Service Improvement Officer; lead, motivate and develop the team.
Deliver/coordinate training on building safety for staff and members; engage committees and attend meetings.
Help maintain and improve computerised compliance information systems and value‑adding processes.
Collaborate across Property Services; provide reasonable cover; participate in out‑of‑hours emergency arrangements.
Ensure compliance costs are captured for service charge calculations; manage budgets and supplier performance.
Profile
Qualifications (Essential): NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) and HND in Building Studies (or equivalent).
Experience (Essential):
Managing building safety audits, reviewing risk assessments and implementing actions.
Tendering, contract management, and performance monitoring of contractors.
Delivering programmes across fire, gas, electrical, water, asbestos and related compliance areas.
Working with social housing providers; producing/presenting reports; managing budgets.
Establishing and maintaining computerised information systems; managing projects/teams.
Skills (Essential):
Strong knowledge of residential H&S legislation; able to explain complex rules clearly.
Excellent communication and stakeholder skills; credible with committees and senior stakeholders.
High proficiency in Excel (data analysis/reporting) and housing/compliance software.
Outstanding organisation, prioritisation and attention to detail; calm under pressure.
Job Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package (disclosed at application stage).
Flexi‑time and supportive culture; frequent cross‑team collaboration.
Real scope to innovate processes, uplift performance reporting, and grow leadership capability.
Meaningful impact on resident safety across multiple communities in the North West.
Funded CPD/qualifications support considered for the right candidate