Compliance Surveyor (Fire safety)
Housing Maintenance and Asset Management
Permanent
37 Hours
NS11, £42,152 to £43,777 per annum, pay award pending
Salary stated is inclusive of a £3000 market supplement per annum to February 2028
Help Us Maintain Safe Homes For Our Tenants
Are you an experienced and qualified Compliance Surveyor in Fire Safety, looking for your next challenge?
This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a pivotal role within our organisation, helping us provide safe and comfortable homes for our tenants. You’ll be part of a passionate and professional team, working collaboratively to deliver high-quality outcomes and make a meaningful impact in the community.
In return, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:
* Competitive salary
* Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme
* Generous annual leave entitlement, starting at 26 days and increasing with service
* Free car parking until June 2026
* A variety of family-friendly benefits
* Flexi-time and hybrid working arrangements
* One day’s paid volunteering leave per annum
* Access to a health cashback plan and employee benefits platform
* £10/month gym membership at one of our four district gyms
What you’ll do:
You'll be managing external contractor(s) to ensure the statutory and regulatory compliance of the Council’s domestic assets within the Housing, Health & Wellbeing Directorate, so that the Council consistently fulfils its duty of care towards its tenants and other customers. You will have relevant experience and hold the required qualifications detailed within the person specification.
What we’re looking for:
* Proven experience delivering fire compliance safety in a housing environment
* Proven experience of effective procurement and contract management
* Level 3 in fire safety e.g. NEBOSH Fire – or equivalent
* A customer-focused approach with excellent communication and organisational skills
If you're passionate about delivering outstanding service and want to help us make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re an ambitious, forward-thinking Council with strong values and a culture focused on delivering our best for customers. We pride ourselves on our organisational culture and regularly receive positive feedback from employees. Our internal engagement programme ensures staff voices are heard, and they remain informed about Council activities and events.
For an informal chat about the role, please contact Norman Emery, Compliance and Safety Manager on the phone number below.
As an employer we will promote an inclusive working environment to maintain and develop a forward thinking and diverse workforce.
Veterans/family of forces/ex-forces, those in care/care leavers, and candidates who declare disabilities (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be guaranteed interviews provided they have demonstrated that they meet the essential criteria of the post as detailed in the Person Specifications on their application forms.
Closing Date: 29/03/2026
Interviews: To be confirmed.
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