Building Safety Manager (Hybrid)

Building Safety Manager (Hybrid) needed in Lambeth, £31.97ph PAYE – Reference: OR26714

2 days in the office

To provide professional leadership and assurance in the management of building safety

The post holder will ensure full compliance with relevant legislation, including the Building Safety Act 2022, the Fire Safety Act 2021 and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, along with associated statutory guidance. They will develop, maintain and monitor Building Safety Cases and Building Safety Case Reports, coordinate resident engagement on safety matters and act as a key point of contact between internal departments, residents and external regulators.

The Building Safety Manager will work collaboratively across the organisation to embed a proactive culture of safety, transparency and continuous improvement, ensuring that all buildings under their oversight remain safe for occupation.

Responsibilities
– Lead the operational management of building safety for designated HRBs within the housing stock.
– Oversee compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and the Fire Safety (Residential Evacuation Plans) (England) Regulations 2025, ensuring that statutory duties are fully discharged.
– Build, maintain and review Building Safety Cases and Building Safety Case Reports, ensuring accurate documentation, up-to-date records and evidence of effective control measures.
– Undertake and coordinate regular building inspections, reviews, assessments and audits relating to structural and fire & building safety.
– Work with the Fire & Building Safety Manager, Head of Fire & Building Safety and other stakeholders to identify and mitigate building safety risks.
– Develop and implement building safety management systems and procedures in line with statutory requirements and best practice.
– Coordinate with the Housing, Asset Management and Repairs teams to ensure safety related actions are prioritised and completed.
– Promote and facilitate resident engagement, providing clear and accessible information about safety measures, responsibilities and performance.

– Undertake or oversee minor physical works to improve building safety – such as installing or upgrading fire safety signage, information displays or wayfinding systems in accordance with regulatory requirements.

– Oversee procurement and delivery of major building safety works – including fire safety, façade, life safety systems and structural upgrades in higher-risk buildings (HRBs).

– Act as a key liaison with the Building Safety Regulator and London Fire Brigade, ensuring timely submissions, responses and compliance with statutory requirements.
– Chair and attend relevant internal and external meetings relating to building and fire safety, ensuring effective communication and follow-up actions.
– Coach and mentor Housing Officers and other relevant staff, enhancing their understanding and implementation of building safety responsibilities.
– Provide professional advice and guidance to colleagues and senior managers on all aspects of fire and building safety compliance.
– Support the wider compliance programmes and contribute to strategic planning and improvement initiatives.
– Maintain up to date knowledge of legislation, standards and best practice in fire and building safety management.

This is a full time role on a temporary contract basis.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to katie@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

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