Interim Building Safety & Fire Manager
Posted 2 weeks ago by Lynx Recruitment Ltd
£460 Per day
Undetermined
Undetermined
TN1, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Summary: The role of Building Safety & Fire Manager is an interim position focused on ensuring resident safety and regulatory compliance within a housing organization. The successful candidate will lead fire and building safety services, manage a team, and engage with stakeholders to promote a culture of safety. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on safety practices and compliance across a diverse residential portfolio. The contract is expected to last between 3 to 6 months with a daily rate of up to £460.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure all Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs) are current and compliant, with timely completion of remediation actions
- Manage fire safety contracts including servicing, maintenance, and risk assessment programmes
- Oversee contractor performance across multiple service contracts
- Lead and develop a team of Compliance Inspectors and Administrators
- Conduct regular one-to-ones and monitor team KPIs
- Champion safety culture and ensure it's embedded in all decision-making
- Maintain the "golden thread" of building safety information and reporting
- Contribute to risk management plans and operational budgets
- Work collaboratively with planned maintenance and consulting teams
- Produce clear reports and guidance for senior management
- Educate and challenge contractors and staff on fire and building safety matters
- Promote resident-focused service delivery and embed lessons-learned culture
- Collaborate across departments to eliminate silo working
Key Skills:
- Comprehensive knowledge of Building Safety Act 2022 and Fire Safety Order 2005
- Strong understanding of Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs) and building safety compliance
- Experience managing fire safety and building safety contracts
- Knowledge of regulatory reporting and KPI management
- Proven track record in contractor management and performance delivery
- Experience leading teams and managing staff performance
- Background in housing, social housing, local authority, or residential property management
- Demonstrable experience in promoting health & safety in construction/property
- NEBOSH Fire Safety qualification (or equivalent)
- Membership of relevant professional body
- Level 6 Diploma in Building Safety Management (desirable - training provided)
Salary (Rate): £460/day
City: Royal Tunbridge Wells
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Building Safety & Fire Manager - Interim Position
Up to £460 per day | 3-6 months initial contract | IR35 status TBC
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Building Safety & Fire Manager to join a well-established housing organisation on an interim basis. This is a pivotal role that sits at the heart of resident safety and regulatory compliance, offering the chance to make an immediate and meaningful impact.
Working closely with the Senior Building Safety & Compliance Manager, you'll lead the delivery of comprehensive fire and building safety services across a diverse residential portfolio, ensuring all statutory obligations are met while building a strong culture of safety throughout the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Fire Safety & Compliance:
- Ensure all Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs) are current and compliant, with timely completion of remediation actions
- Manage fire safety contracts including servicing, maintenance, and risk assessment programmes
- Oversee contractor performance across multiple service contracts
- Team Leadership & Management:
- Lead and develop a team of Compliance Inspectors and Administrators
- Conduct regular one-to-ones and monitor team KPIs
- Champion safety culture and ensure it's embedded in all decision-making
- Strategic & Operational:
- Maintain the "golden thread" of building safety information and reporting
- Contribute to risk management plans and operational budgets
- Work collaboratively with planned maintenance and consulting teams
- Produce clear reports and guidance for senior management
- Stakeholder Engagement:
- Educate and challenge contractors and staff on fire and building safety matters
- Promote resident-focused service delivery and embed lessons-learned culture
- Collaborate across departments to eliminate silo working
Essential Requirements
Technical Expertise:
- Comprehensive knowledge of Building Safety Act 2022 and Fire Safety Order 2005
- Strong understanding of Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs) and building safety compliance
- Experience managing fire safety and building safety contracts
- Knowledge of regulatory reporting and KPI management
Experience:
- Proven track record in contractor management and performance delivery
- Experience leading teams and managing staff performance
- Background in housing, social housing, local authority, or residential property management
- Demonstrable experience in promoting health & safety in construction/property
Qualifications:
- NEBOSH Fire Safety qualification (or equivalent)
- Membership of relevant professional body
- Level 6 Diploma in Building Safety Management (desirable - training provided)