Block Safety Officer

Irwell Valley Homes; Manchester; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to providing affordable housing and services across Greater Manchester. As a Block Safety Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring fire safety compliance and enhancing community well-being. This position offers comprehensive training and career progression opportunities, making it an ideal starting point for a fulfilling career in fire safety. With a strong emphasis on customer care and proactive engagement, you will help create safe and welcoming environments for residents. If you are passionate about making a difference and eager to learn, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company Vehicle for Work Purposes

Comprehensive Training

Ongoing Mentoring

Career Progression Opportunities

External Qualifications for Suitable Candidates

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting inspections or audits is essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 is required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect communal areas for compliance with fire safety legislation.
• Assist the Fire Safety Team with access and signage tasks.

Skills

Inspections or Audits Experience

Customer Care

IT Literacy (Microsoft Office 365)

Interpersonal Skills

Understanding of Fire Safety Regulations

Fire Safety Qualifications (NEBOSH)

Valid Full Driving License

Job description

Block Safety Officer

Location: Manchester, covering Greater Manchester

Salary: GBP26,712 per annum + Company vehicle (for work purposes only)

Contract type: Permanent, Full-time

Hours: 35 hours per week (agile working arrangements in place)

Closing date: 14th May 2025

Interview date: 23rd May 2025

Interview location: Soapworks, Colgate Lane, Salford M5 3LZ

Our organisation is all about people—the residents in our homes, the communities we serve, and our staff. We value attitude and behaviour highly, as they are central to building relationships and delivering excellent service. We seek passionate colleagues who are responsible and proactive.

As a not-for-profit housing association, we provide affordable homes and services to over 20,000 people across Greater Manchester. We have a strong social purpose and are committed to enabling people to live well in their homes and communities.

If you have a passion for fire safety, attention to detail, and enjoy completing tasks, this is a great opportunity to start your career in fire safety.

This role offers development in fire safety regulations and helps Irwell Valley Homes meet statutory obligations. You will receive comprehensive training, ongoing mentoring, and opportunities for career progression, including external qualifications for suitable candidates.

Your responsibilities will include inspecting communal areas of our blocks to ensure compliance with legislation, with inspections scheduled weekly or monthly. You will also assist the Fire Safety Team with tasks such as granting access to contractors and installing fire safety signage, all while ensuring customer satisfaction and managing associated risks.

We are looking for candidates who:

• Have experience conducting inspections or audits
• Provide excellent customer care and service
• Are IT literate, including proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
• Possess interpersonal skills for liaising with colleagues and residents
• Have a general understanding of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and best practices in fire safety (desirable but not essential)
• Hold fire safety qualifications or NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate (desirable)
• Possess a valid full driving license

We are committed to an inclusive culture and increasing diversity. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including females in trades and construction roles. Everyone is welcome here, and we support our staff to be themselves and do their best to deliver positive outcomes for our residents and colleagues.

If you are interested in joining our team and making a difference, we look forward to hearing from you.