Building Safety Officer (37.5 hours per week, permanent)

BCHA; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join BCHA as a Building Officer and play a vital role in ensuring property compliance and safety across multiple sites. You'll be responsible for conducting fire safety checks and recording vital information that contributes to our mission of ending homelessness. This role not only offers the opportunity to enhance systems and processes but also emphasizes exceptional customer service, providing a meaningful impact within our organization.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills for accurate reports.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly fire alarm checks and record outcomes.
• Carry out fire door checks and ensure compliance.
• Manage customer inquiries and maintain service quality.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Job description

South West based charitable housing association BCHA was founded over 50 years ago with a continuing mission to meet housing need and end homelessness. We aim to achieve this through the building and provision of affordable and secure homes, and by supporting individuals to take control and lead independent, fulfilled lives. Whether we are developing sites or supporting people with housing, learning or living skills, we believe in equality, the importance of every individual and the right to be valued and treated with dignity and respect. Our doors are open to everyone.

Position:

In this role you will undertake and record weekly fire alarm checks at buildings throughout the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole areas, alongside checks in the wider Dorset geography, to ensure the systems are operating correctly. You will also carry out fire door checks, clear corridor checks and emergency lighting checks to those buildings and record the outcomes to ensure they all remain safe and compliant.

Why Join Us:

• Impactful Work: As an Building Officer, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring our property and asset compliance is accurate, up-to-date, and effectively utilized. Your efforts will directly contribute to the efficient operation and maintenance of our assets, ultimately enhancing our service delivery to customers.
• Opportunity for Growth: You'll have the chance to work on enhancing current systems and software, collaborating with the Asset Management Team to streamline processes and drive performance. This role offers ample opportunities for professional development and growth within our dynamic organization.
• Customer Focus: We prioritize delivering a customer-focused service, and you'll be an integral part of this effort. From managing customer correspondence to resolving inquiries promptly and professionally, you'll contribute to maintaining our reputation for exceptional customer service.
  
  

BCHA Safer Recruitment: Safeguarding children and adults is our first priority and we will ensure we follow safer recruitment procedures.

As an employer, we will do everything possible to prevent unsuitable people obtaining employment with BCHA. Our overall aim is to ‘deter unsuitable applicants from applying for roles with children and adults, and we will ensure that all candidates are treated fairly, consistently and in compliance with current legislation.

BCHA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of people, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Closing date: 11/08/2025

Requirements:

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to generate accurate reports and maintain precise records.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-focused approach to handling inquiries and correspondence.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team, collaborating with colleagues to achieve shared goals and objectives.

Proactive attitude towards problem-solving and process improvement, with a willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.