Building Safety Manager

Places for People; Leeds; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension with matched contributions

Bonus scheme

35 days holiday (including bank and to

Healthcare cashback plan

Wellbeing support including EAP

Discounts with Place Rewards

Training and career progression

Life Assurance

Job summary

Places for People is seeking a Building Safety Manager to support the Principal Building Safety Manager in safeguarding 25 high-rise residential buildings. You will ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022, maintain safety records, and work with residents, contractors and regulators to uphold safety standards.

You will lead risk assessments, prepare safety case reports, and help keep residents informed about safety measures and evacuation procedures, contributing to a safe community.

Qualifications

• Experience in building safety management, fire safety, or facilities management.
• Understanding of Building Safety Act 2022 and related higher-risk building regulations.
• Experience with risk assessments, compliance monitoring, and safety records.
• Experience collaborating with residents, contractors, and regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day management of around 25 high-rise residential buildings in line with Building Safety Act.
• Create and maintain safety case reports and building safety arrangements.
• Carry out regular risk assessments and monitor safety records and compliance documents.
• Respond to safety incidents and work with residents, contractors and regulators.

Skills

Building safety management

Fire safety

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Education

CIOB Level 6 Diploma in Building Safety Management

NEBOSH Fire Safety

IOSH

Job description

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.

So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!

More about your role

As Building Safety Manager, you will support the Principal Building Safety Manager in the day-to-day management of around 25 high-rise residential buildings, helping to make sure they are managed in line with the Building Safety Act 2022, relevant fire and building safety legislation, and our Building Safety Management System. You will help create and maintain safety case reports and building safety arrangements, carry out regular risk assessments, monitor safety records and compliance documents, and respond to safety incidents in line with statutory requirements. You will also work closely with residents, contractors, maintenance teams, building owners, the Building Safety Regulator and other stakeholders to support safe, compliant buildings where resident voices are heard.

Essential criteria

• Experience in building safety management, fire safety, facilities management or a related discipline.
• Understanding of the Building Safety Act 2022 and associated regulations, particularly in relation to Higher-Risk Buildings.
• Experience of carrying out or supporting risk assessments, compliance monitoring, safety records or building documentation.
• Experience working with residents, contractors, internal teams or external stakeholders to support building safety outcomes.
• Relevant professional qualification, or working towards one, such as CIOB Level 6 Diploma in Building Safety Management, NEBOSH Fire Safety, IOSH or equivalent.

More about you

You will bring practical experience from building safety, fire safety, facilities management or a similar area, along with an understanding of the responsibilities linked to Higher-Risk Buildings. You will be comfortable working with a wide range of people, including residents, contractors and regulatory stakeholders, and you will be able to keep accurate records, monitor compliance information and take a proactive approach to identifying and resolving safety risks. You will also be confident supporting resident engagement, helping people understand safety measures, evacuation procedures and how they can contribute to keeping their building safe.

Benefits

We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.

We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:

• Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
• Bonus scheme for colleagues at 2%
• 35 days holiday (including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell days
• Healthcare cashback plan for everyday medical costs, with private GP and health support services available
• Comprehensive wellbeing support including counselling, flu jabs, our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and access to our Wellbeing Hub, supporting your mental, physical and financial wellbeing
• Access to Our Place Rewards, offering discounts and savings on groceries, travel, shopping, home products and other lifestyle purchases
• Ongoing training, professional qualifications, internal development programmes and career progression opportunities
• Recognition programmes including Star Awards and Colleague Awards, celebrating achievements and recognising great work
• Strong focus on inclusion, wellbeing and colleague engagement
• Free membership to Places Gyms
• Life Assurance to provide financial security for your loved ones, alongside access to will writing services to help you plan for the future with confidence