Compliance Officer (Fire Safety)

Austin Fraser; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Job description

Compliance Officer (Fire Safety)
South West London
£35 p/hr umbrella
6 to 12 month ongoing contract

Role Purpose
Reporting to our Asset & Compliance Lead Officer, the Compliance Officer will manage and offer guidance in all aspects of Fire Safety and Asbestos compliance for buildings owned or managed by the Council's Housing Landlord. You will act as the main point of contact for compliance related issues including the commissioning of works via maintenance or specialist companies. Training will be available to ensure the Council remains legally compliant and adheres to regulations and guidance.

Ideally, you will have experience of working within a regulatory framework where compliance, risk management, and precise outcomes are essential. A comprehensive understanding of the Fire Safety Act and Asbestos awareness, particularly in relation to social housing, is essential. You should also have a good knowledge of risk assessments and safety measures and controls within buildings, and be familiar with the Health and Safety Act, Regulatory Reform, and all current Building Regulations.

With a customer-focused, flexible, cooperative, and well-organized working style, you will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You should be able to communicate compliance information clearly and effectively to colleagues in other departments, have good presentation skills, and the ability to work effectively under pressure, think strategically, and problem solve.

Qualifications Required
- NEBOSH Fire
- NEBOSH Occupational Safety and Health
- Relevant Health and Safety Qualification

Skills
(HCC) Detailed knowledge of environmental health, building and housing legislation to improve housing standards within the remit of environmental health. Working knowledge of other council functions such as Housing Strategy, Planning and Building Control, Trading Standards, as well as other agencies such as the Fire Service and Health and Safety Executive.
Full understanding and experience of asbestos materials and relevant asbestos legislation.

If you are interested in this position AND meet the requirements, APPLY NOW.