Lead Building Safety Manager

South East London – hybrid working available As a Lead Building Safety Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and compliance of Peabody’s high-risk buildings. From leading a team of Building Safety Managers to collaborating with regulators and residents, you’ll be at the forefront of maintaining and enhancing building safety. You will provide strategic oversight for safety initiatives, work closely with senior leadership, and drive continuous improvements across our portfolio. In this role, you will set the standard for building safety within the organisation, aligning with the Building Safety Act 2022 and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. You’ll oversee vital processes, such as preparing Safety Case Reports, maintaining the Golden Thread of information, and managing Mandatory Occurrence Reporting, while fostering a culture of transparency and accountability. What you’ll be doing You’ll take ownership of building safety across Peabody’s high-risk buildings, ensuring robust governance and compliance. Leading a dedicated team of Building Safety Managers, you will provide mentorship and guidance, supporting their development and fostering consistency in service delivery. Acting as a key liaison with regulators and other stakeholders, you’ll drive the implementation of safety policies and risk management strategies. Additionally, you’ll oversee inspections, audits, and resident engagement, ensuring clear communication and swift resolution of concerns. With a focus on innovation and continuous improvement, you’ll keep Peabody at the forefront of building safety best practice. About you To excel in this role, you’ll need to be a strategic thinker, a proactive leader, and an expert in building safety practices. You’ll bring: * Extensive knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022 and its practical application. * Previous senior experience in fire/building safety, with a relevant professional membership and Level 4 qualification in fire safety, structural engineering, or building surveying. * Demonstrated success in managing safety compliance across complex property portfolios. * Strong leadership skills, with proven experience leading and mentoring teams. * Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities, including work with regulators and executive boards. * A commitment to professional development and continuous improvement. * Demonstrable experience managing building safety at a senior or strategic level, within housing, property, or construction sectors. * Proven experience leading teams and managing safety compliance across multiple sites or buildings. * In-depth knowledge of Safety Case Reports, Golden Thread principles, and Mandatory Occurrence Reporting systems. Here are just a few of the benefits of working at Peabody: * 30 days’ annual holiday, plus bank holidays * two additional paid volunteering days each year * flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal * 4 x salary life assurance * up to 10% pension contribution This role requires a minimum of two days in the office. Closing date: 23rd September 2025. PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer