At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead compliance and building safety initiatives to ensure safe, high-quality homes.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to community safety and sustainable living.
- Benefits: Enjoy 28 days holiday, health perks, flexible working, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Hybrid role with excellent career growth potential and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on community safety while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in construction and compliance management; strong leadership and communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 90000 £ per year.
Location: National (Hybrid with national remit, contracted to nearest office: Bradford/Burnley/Camberley/Peterborough/Stockton)
Salary: Circa £90k per annum
Permanent, 35 hours per week
Overview
Shape safer homes. Build stronger communities. Lead with impact. They’re investing significantly in homes, assets, and compliance services to deliver safe, high-quality, sustainable homes for customers across a national portfolio.
Responsibilities
- Lead the approach to asset compliance and building safety, covering gas, electrical, fire, asbestos, legionella, lifts, and more
- Ensure 100% compliance through robust systems, data (the "golden thread"), and performance monitoring
- Drive a zero-tolerance culture for health and safety risks
- Oversee procurement and contract management, ensuring strong performance and value for money
- Act as a key contact with the Building Safety Regulator
- Develop KPIs and early warning indicators to manage and improve performance
- Lead high-performing teams and supply chains, embedding a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
- Manage budgets and ensure efficient, cost-effective delivery
- Support delivery of the Asset Management Strategy and long-term investment plans
Qualifications
- CIH Level 5 (or equivalent with CIH top-ups), or willingness to work towards
- Extensive experience in construction or a related field, with a strong track record of managing compliance and safety across large property portfolios
- Proven ability to lead, manage, and develop high-performing teams
- Strong leadership and motivational skills
- In-depth knowledge of compliance and health & safety regulations
- Demonstrated experience managing substantial budgets and delivering value through effective procurement
- Excellent negotiation, decision-making, and communication skills, with the ability to navigate complex situations and build effective stakeholder relationships
- Strong IT literacy, including MS Office and asset management systems
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use
Benefits
- 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, an extra day for your birthday, and the option to buy more
- Health and wellbeing support – cash health plan, Health MOTs, online GP access, gym discounts, and a dedicated volunteering day
- Financial perks – car leasing options, salary sacrifice schemes, and exclusive discounts through the benefits platform
- Pension – access to both Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit schemes through salary sacrifice, plus life assurance at three times your salary
- Family-friendly policies – enhanced parental leave, flexible working options, and support for work-life balance
- Career development – management training, leadership academy, apprenticeships, and more
Current eligibility to live and work in the UK is required. The employer does not hold a sponsorship license.
Assistant Director of Compliance and Building Safety in Peterborough employer: Hireful
At hireful, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and dedication. Our part-time roles, such as the Cleaning Assistant in Malvern, provide flexible hours that allow for a healthy work-life balance, while also presenting opportunities for personal growth and development within our community-focused environment. Join us to contribute to maintaining high cleanliness standards at The Downs, where your efforts are truly appreciated and rewarded.
