Compliance Business Lead (Asbestos & Water Hygiene) - Flexible Location

Bromford; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing association in the UK is seeking a Compliance Business Lead for Water Hygiene and Asbestos. This full-time, permanent role focuses on ensuring compliance with legal standards, developing governance frameworks, and managing audits. Candidates should possess in-depth knowledge and relevant qualifications in water hygiene and asbestos management, alongside proven compliance management experience. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £53,286, plus benefits including a car allowance and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Car allowance

Generous annual leave

Healthcare cash plan

Pension

Qualifications

• In-depth technical knowledge and relevant qualifications for water hygiene and asbestos.
• Proven compliance management experience.
• Understanding of industry standards and reporting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead on water hygiene and asbestos compliance.
• Provide expert guidance and develop compliance strategies.
• Monitor legislative changes and update governance frameworks.
• Oversee non-compliance investigations and implement actions.

Skills

Technical knowledge of water hygiene and asbestos management

Experience managing compliance activity at a senior level

Ability to influence and communicate effectively

Education

Relevant qualifications in water hygiene and asbestos management

Job description

Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5 per week (Monday-Friday)
Workstyle: Working from sites and office
Other requirements: Full driving licence and access to a vehicle
Closing Date: Sunday 11 January 2026.

Are you an experienced Site Manager, Supervisor, Contracts Manager, Compliance Inspector, Technical Surveyor or Risk Assessor, ready to take your next step into a more strategic, specialist role?

Our Purpose

We invest in homes and relationships so people can thrive. Every customer has the right to a home that is safe, secure, and warm - and we never compromise on that. This role is key to ensuring our homes meet the highest compliance standards, giving customers confidence and peace of mind.

The Role

As our Compliance Business Lead for Water Hygiene and Asbestos, you'll act as the subject matter expert, embedding legislative requirements across the business and providing strategic guidance to colleagues and stakeholders.

You'll develop and maintain robust governance frameworks, monitor legislative changes, and ensure our policies and procedures reflect best practice. From managing audits and assurance to overseeing contractors and investigating non-compliance, you'll make sure our approach is proactive, consistent, and customer-focused.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead on water hygiene and asbestos compliance, ensuring alignment with legal and regulatory standards.
• Act as specialist advisor, providing expert guidance across the business.
• Develop and implement compliance strategies, policies, and training.
• Monitor legislative changes and update governance frameworks accordingly.
• Oversee consultants and contractors delivering compliance activity.
• Investigate non-compliance incidents and ensure remedial actions are implemented.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to embed best practice and continuous improvement.

What You'll Bring

• In-depth technical knowledge of water hygiene and asbestos management, supported by relevant qualifications.
• Proven experience managing compliance activity at a senior or specialist level.
• Strong understanding of industry standards, reporting procedures, and record-keeping.
• Ability to influence, communicate effectively, and build strong relationships.
• A flexible approach with willingness to travel and participate in on-call duties.
• Full UK driving licence, access to a vehicle, and ability to pass a Basic DBS check.

Salary up to £53,286 plus car allowance, generous annual leave, healthcare cash plan, and pension. This is a full-time, permanent roaming role based at one of our main offices: Lichfield, Wolverhampton, Tewkesbury or Chipping Sodbury.

Why join us?

This is a chance to join a supportive, high-performing team where your skills will be valued and your impact will be visible. You'll be working in a role that's both challenging and rewarding.

We're a values-led organisation that puts people first - both our customers and our colleagues. If you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply Now

If you re ready to make a difference and grow your career with us, apply by Sunday 11 January 2026. Depending on application volume, this vacancy is subject to an early closure. Apply early to avoid disappointment!

For more information, please refer to the job description attached to this job advertisement.