Building Compliance & Reactive Works Lead (Hybrid)

East Devon District Council; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

East Devon District Council is seeking a Building Compliance & Reactive Works Manager to lead the Buildings and Facilities Management Team. You will oversee landlord health and safety compliance across our portfolio, including fire, gas, asbestos, electrical safety and legionella control, supported by a small in-house team and external contractors.

You will manage budgets, lead contractors, and drive improvements while ensuring safe, compliant, and cost-efficient delivery of works in a hybrid

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of building maintenance and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee landlord health and safety compliance across council buildings.
• Manage reactive maintenance services with in-house technicians and external contractors.
• Maintain accurate compliance records and support continuous improvement across the service.

Skills

Building maintenance

Contract management

Budget management

Team leadership

Health & safety

IT proficiency

Driving licence

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

East Devon District Council is seeking a Building Compliance & Reactive Works Manager to lead the Buildings and Facilities Management Team. You will oversee landlord health and safety compliance across our portfolio, including fire, gas, asbestos, electrical safety and legionella control, supported by a small in-house team and external contractors.

You will manage budgets, lead contractors, and drive improvements while ensuring safe, compliant, and cost-efficient delivery of works in a hybrid