Compliance Manager

The Erith Group; Ebbsfleet; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Company vehicle or car allowance

Laptop and mobile provided

Tools, PPE and workwear provided

Job summary

The Erith Group is seeking a Compliance Manager to lead passive fire protection compliance in our Kent Ebbsfleet office. You will oversee regulatory adherence, fire stopping surveys, and accreditation management to ensure safety standards across projects.

As the technical lead, you will manage fire doors, train staff, and maintain documentation, using Bolster, Onetrace and Boris apps. The role requires travel to client sites and driving license.

Qualifications

• FPA training or NVQ in a relevant field is required or desirable.
• Experience in passive fire protection is essential.
• In-depth knowledge of current UK fire safety regulations (Approved Document B, BS 9999) is required.
• Experience with BM TRADA or FIRAS accreditations is valuable.
• Experience with fire door surveying and identifying compartmentation breaches is expected.
• Proficiency with fire stopping apps (Bolster, Onetrace, Boris) and plan drawing software is desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure passive fire protection measures comply with UK fire safety regulations.
• Fire Doors and Fire Stopping: Oversee installation, inspection, quality and maintenance of fire doors and fire stopping systems.
• Accreditations Management: Maintain FIRAS/BM TRADA certifications.
• Fire Stopping/Fire Door Surveys: Conduct surveys and identify compartmentation breaches with remediation.
• Training and Development: Provide training on fire safety regulations and passive fire protection practices.
• Documentation and Reporting: Keep accurate records of inspections and compliance activities.
• Fire Protection Apps: Use Bolster, Onetrace, and Boris for documentation and reporting.
• Client Liaison: Advise clients on fire safety compliance and passive fire protection strategies.

Skills

Fire safety knowledge

Reporting

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Driving license

Professional memberships

CPD

Education

FPA training

NVQ in a relevant field

FIDAS qualification desirable

Tools

Bolster

Onetrace

Boris

Plan drawings software

Job description

Takes about 10 minutes. You can create an account at the end to follow progress.

About the role

Join the team at our Ebbsfleet office in Kent as our new Compliance Manager, specialising in passive fire protection. In this pivotal role within our multi-disciplinary construction, demolition, and asbestos group, you will work closely with a collaborative and forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering excellence and upholding the highest safety standards across our diverse portfolio of projects.

As our technical lead in this area, you will oversee compliance across our passive fire protection operations, ensuring that all work aligns with current UK fire safety regulations. Your key responsibilities will include conducting comprehensive fire stopping surveys, identifying compartmentation breaches, and driving adherence to industry accreditation standards, including FIRAS.

This position represents an outstanding opportunity to apply your specialist knowledge within a market-leading organisation that values quality, innovation, and professional integrity. If you are looking to make a lasting impact in a supportive environment where your expertise is truly recognised, we encourage you to take the next step in your career with Erith.

What We Offer:

Car or travel allowance.

Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Key responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all passive fire protection measures comply with current UK fire safety regulations, including Approved Document B and BS 9999.

Fire Doors and Fire Stopping: Oversee and manage the installation, inspection, quality and maintenance of fire doors and fire stopping systems.

Accreditations Management: Work closely with accreditation bodies such as FIRAS to maintain and achieve necessary certifications.

Fire Stopping Surveys and Fire Door Surveys: Conduct comprehensive fire stopping and fire door surveys, identifying compartmentation breaches and recommending appropriate remediation.

Training and Development: Provide training to staff and clients on fire safety regulations and passive fire protection best practices.

Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of all inspections, surveys, and compliance activities, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date and easily accessible.

Fire Protection Apps: Utilise fire stopping apps such as Bolster, Onetrace, and Boris for documentation and reporting.

Client Liaison: Engage with clients to provide expert advice on fire safety compliance and passive fire protection strategies.

What we're looking for

Required Skills and Experience:

Qualifications: FPA training, NVQ in a relevant field, or other similar qualifications. A FIDAS qualification is highly desirable.

Experience: Extensive experience in passive fire protection.

Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth understanding of up-to-date fire safety regulations, including Approved Document B, BS 9999, and relevant industry standards.

Accreditation Experience: Proven experience working with BM TRADA or FIRAS, understanding how these accreditations operate.

Surveying Skills: Experience in fire door surveying and identifying compartmentation breaches.

Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with fire stopping apps like Bolster, Onetrace, and Boris. Proficiency in creating plan drawings using recognised software.

Reporting: Ability to produce compliance reports for stakeholders that identifying any issues that are found at survey stage.

Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to diverse audiences.

Attention to Detail: High attention to detail with excellent organisational and record-keeping skills.

Driving License: A valid UK driving license and willingness to travel to various client sites.

Professional Memberships: Membership in relevant professional bodies such as the Institute of Fire Engineers (IFE).

Continual Professional Development: Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with industry advancements.

Problem-solving: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

• Life assurance
• Company vehicle or car allowance
• Laptop and mobile provided
• Tools, PPE and workwear provided