Building Safety Manager

Citizen Housing Group; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 26 days + bank holidays

Pension with employer contributions (4

Flexible working hours

Health insurance

Training and career development

Live-in DBS check not required

Job summary

Citizen Housing Group is seeking a Building Safety Manager to join the Building Safety Directorate. You will oversee Fire Risk Assessments, coordinate remedial and planned fire safety works, and help develop Building Safety Cases.

The role reports to the Head of Fire Safety & Higher Risk Buildings and collaborates with cross‑functional teams across Citizen. You will work within a forward‑looking, welfare‑focused housing association that values innovation, governance and staff development.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Certificate or Diploma in fire safety or equivalent required.
• Chartered member of IOSH or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Fire Risk Assessments and remedial fire safety works.
• Support Building Safety Case production and reviews.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to deliver safety projects on time and to standard.
• Track budgets, milestones, risks and audit readiness for safety programmes.

Skills

NEBOSH

IOSH Chartered Member

Education

NEBOSH Certificate/Diploma in Fire Safety

Chartered IOSH membership

Job description

You will be joining an existing team, and you will sit within Citizen’s Building Safety Directorate.The team is responsible for liaising with the Building Safety Regulator, creating building safety cases, delivering a planned capital programme to improve fire and building safety, the management of all fire risk assessments and associated fire risk actions.

Citizen is a fabulous employer and we’re proud that we have recently achieved the highest consumer rating from the Regulator of Social Housing. Our C1 rating demonstrates that we are one of a select number of housing associations meeting the consumer standard, our customers are why we are here.

We are also proud to have achieved the highest governance rating. Our G1 rating demonstrates that we have effective governance in place that deliver their aims, objectives and intended outcomes for our customers. Citizen owns and manages 30,000 homes for diverse communities across the West Midlands.

Position: Building Safety Manager

Hours: Monday – Friday, 37 Hours

Manager’s Quote:

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role within a growing Fire Safety Team. Working alongside fellow Building Safety Managers and reporting directly to the Head of Fire Safety & Higher Risk Buildings, you will support and guide the wider Building Safety, Compliance, and associated teams across Citizen.

You will oversee Fire Risk Assessments, manage remedial and planned fire safety works, support the production and ongoing review of Building Safety Cases, and help shape Citizen's current and future fire safety programmes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and co-ordinate a programme of fire-safety and building-safety driven projects derived from FRA actions, safety case requirements, Building Safety Regulator expectations, and investment needs.
• Plan and ensure consistent management of multiple fire safety projects, ensuring delivery against scope, timelines, budgets and quality standards.
• Implement project controls, milestone tracking, risk logs, progress reporting, financial monitoring, and audit readiness.
• Coordinate internal technical teams, contractors and consultants to ensure effective, compliant delivery.

Qualifications and experience:

• NEBOSH Certificate/Diploma in fire safety or equivalent
• Chartered member of IOSH or equivalent

What We Offer:

• Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking organization that values creativity and innovation.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who support and inspire each other.
• Annual Leave: Annual leave starts at 26days per yearplus bank holidays
• Annual leave purchase scheme – option to buy up to an additional 5 days per year
• Enhanced family leave (maternity, paternity and adoption)
• Generous Pension Scheme – The option to contribute 4%, 6% or up to 10%which Citizen will match
• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive compensation package.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and generous leave policies.
• Employee Development: Access to training programs and career development resources.

We will be an employer of choice and invest in our people

To deliver the best services for our customers we need employees who are passionate, committed and engaged. We will create a culture where every individual feels comfortable and confident to be themselves and the wellbeing of our employees is a priority. Our team is passionate about making a positive impact and driving innovation inBuilding safety.

This post is subject to aBasicDBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service).

Interview date: 11th December 2026

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and can make reasonable adjustments to support you through the process

Please note we will be reviewing applications throughout the campaign and may invite candidates to interview at any time. We reserve the right to close this role earlier than the published closing date should a suitable candidate be identified.

• Proud Corporate Member of WISH - The Network for Women Working in Social Housing
• Citizen Housing is a Disability Confident Employer
• Official Accredited Living Wage Employer