Block Safety Officer

NuWave Government Solutions (NuGOV); Salford; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Block Safety Officer to join their team in Greater Manchester. This entry-level position offers a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your career in fire safety. You will be trained in fire safety regulations and compliance, ensuring that communal areas meet legal standards. With a commitment to diversity and community service, this not-for-profit organization provides a supportive environment for personal and professional growth. If you are detail-oriented and enjoy working with people, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Company vehicle for work purposes

Full training and support

External qualifications for the right candidate

Qualifications

• Experience in inspections or audits is essential for this role.
• Strong customer care skills and IT literacy are required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect communal areas to ensure compliance with fire safety legislation.
• Assist the Fire Safety Team and manage customer satisfaction.

Skills

Inspections or audits experience

Customer care and service

IT literacy (Microsoft Office 365)

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of fire safety regulations

Fire Safety qualifications / NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate

Valid driving license

Job description

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Job Details

• Location: Manchester covering Greater Manchester
• Salary: £26,712 pa + 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

Organization Overview

Our organization is dedicated to the people who live in our homes, the communities we serve, and our colleagues. We prioritize attitude and behavior to build relationships and deliver great experiences. We employ passionate individuals committed to making a difference and taking responsibility to get things done.

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 aim to enable people to live well in their homes and communities.

Role Overview

If you have a passion for fire safety, an eye for detail, and enjoy task completion, this role offers a great opportunity to start your career in fire safety. You will develop knowledge of fire safety regulations, assist in compliance, and receive full training and support, including external qualifications for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Inspect communal areas of our blocks to ensure compliance with legislation
• Visit all blocks weekly or monthly and record inspections
• Assist the Fire Safety Team with tasks such as allowing contractor access and installing fire safety signage
• Achieve customer satisfaction and manage associated risks

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in completing inspections or audits
• High standard of customer care and service
• IT literacy, including Microsoft Office 365
• Interpersonal skills for liaising with colleagues and customers
• Knowledge of Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety Order 2005) and best practices (desirable)
• Fire Safety qualifications / NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate (desirable)
• Valid driving license (full)

Additional Information

We welcome everyone and are committed to increasing diversity. We support our staff to be themselves and to do their best, which helps us deliver better outcomes. We encourage applications from females in underrepresented areas such as Trades and Construction.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Construction