Asbestos Compliance Manager

United Infrastructure; Dartford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme and health cash plan

Employee referral scheme

Retail discounts and savings platform

Ongoing training and development

Friendly, supportive team environment

Job summary

United Infrastructure is seeking a Workplace Compliance Manager to lead the management of workplace compliance, facilities services and statutory obligations across our office estate.

Reporting to the Director of SHEQ, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, standards and management system requirements, including fire safety, water hygiene, asbestos, gas, electrical and physical security arrangements.

Qualifications

• BOHS qualified (minimum).
• Experience in social housing, maintenance or minor works.
• Strong knowledge of asbestos legislation and best practices.
• Experience with audits, reporting and compliance systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, organized and able to work independently.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Promote and implement a strong SHEQ culture with a Zero Harm approach.
• Ensure full compliance with SHEQ policies, procedures and legal requirements.
• Carry out regular site audits, inspections and safety tours.
• Own and lead the development of the company Asbestos procedures.
• Support ISO audits and maintain SHEQ systems and documentation.
• Monitor and analyse data to identify trends and improvements.
• Support in incident investigation as subject matter expert.
• Encourage reporting of hazards, near misses and incidents.
• Support, attend and guide site teams.
• Attend SHEQ meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Facilities Management

Contractor management

Compliance

Communication

IT skills

Education

IWFM qualification

IOSH qualification

Job description

United Infrastructure is a dynamic and rapidly expanding business, focused on delivering critical infrastructure projects, across the utility and social infrastructure sectors.

Our team of highly skilled and hardworking specialists deliver innovative solutions to the complex challenges our clients face.

Our company is split into two business areas:

Utility Infrastructure

Our team of Utility Infrastructure specialists design, build and maintain critical water, energy (gas), power and telecoms infrastructure, for the UK's largest network owners and operators.

Social Infrastructure

Our team of Social Infrastructure specialists revitalise homes and communities by carrying out a wide range of work, from retrofit to refurbishment, and maintenance.

Equal Opportunities Statement - At United Infrastructure, we are committed to making every interaction a positive and inclusive experience. If there is anything we can do to support you, remove barriers, or make the process more accessible, please let us know - we want this to be the best possible experience for you.

Location: Dartford

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

DBS Check: Required

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

*This is a field-based role, so a full UK driving licence is essential.

About Us

United Infrastructure delivers essential infrastructure services across utilities and social infrastructure, supporting some of the UK's largest network operators and housing providers.

Are you an experienced Facilities Management professional with a strong compliance background? We are looking for a Workplace Compliance Manager to lead the management of workplace compliance, facilities services and statutory obligations across our office estate.

Reporting to the Director of SHEQ, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, standards and management system requirements, including fire safety, water hygiene, asbestos, gas, electrical and physical security arrangements. You'll oversee FM and M&E contractors, manage planned maintenance programmes, drive service performance through KPIs and SLAs, and support the delivery of sustainability, business continuity and workplace improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have significant Facilities Management experience, strong contractor management skills and a proven track record of delivering compliance and operational excellence within a multi-site environment. A facilities management qualification (IWFM or equivalent) and a health and safety qualification such as IOSH are essential.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation and play a key role in creating safe, compliant and efficient workplaces that support our people and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and implement a strong SHEQ culture aligned with a "Zero Harm" approach
• Ensure full compliance with SHEQ policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Carry out regular site audits, inspections, and safety tours
• Own and lead the development of the company Asbestos procedures.
• Support ISO audits and maintain SHEQ systems and documentation
• Monitor and analyse data to identify trends and improvements
• Support in incident investigation as subject matter expert.
• Encourage reporting of hazards, near misses, and incidents
• Support, attend and guide site teams
• Attend SHEQ meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

What We're Looking For

• BOHS Qualified (minimum)
• Experience within social housing, maintenance, or minor works projects
• Strong knowledge of Asbestos related legislation and best practices
• Experience with audits, reporting, and compliance systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, organised, and able to work independently
• Good IT skills (Microsoft Office essential; SHEQ systems desirable)
• Full UK driving licence

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase more
• Pension scheme and health cash plan (Medicash)
• Employee referral scheme
• Retail discounts and savings platform
• Ongoing training and development support
• Friendly, supportive team environment

Join us at United Infrastructure and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK.