Estates Operations Compliance Officer

BRE Group; Watford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading innovation organization in the built environment is seeking a proactive Estates Operations Compliance Officer to support the effective operation of their Watford site. The role involves managing compliance, overseeing service contracts, and conducting health and safety audits. Ideal candidates will have experience in Estates Management and strong organizational skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered for this full-time role.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme with 5% matching contribution

Onsite restaurant and nursery

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in an Estates or Facilities Management environment.
• Demonstrated success in managing compliance within property management.
• Membership in a recognised professional body is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance matrix and asset registers for buildings.
• Develop and manage regular inspection programmes.
• Prepare detailed compliance reports for senior management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Interpersonal abilities

Communication skills

Planning capabilities

Education

Relevant building or engineering qualification

Job description

See the difference you can make at BRE.

We’re looking for a proactive and well-organised Estates Operations Compliance Officer to support the effective day-to-day running of our Estates team at the Garston (Watford) site.

Working closely with the Senior Operations Manager, you’ll help ensure that our buildings, grounds, and infrastructure are maintained to a high standard and that all statutory and regulatory requirements are met. You’ll also take responsibility for managing key service contracts that keep the estate operating efficiently.

This role is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and a practical, hands-on approach to estates management and compliance.

Help BRE make buildings safer and more sustainable!

BRE aims to be the world’s leading innovation, science and data hub for the built environment. For more than a century, we have provided government and industry with cutting-edge research and testing. Join us to help deliver products, advice, services, standards and qualifications used around the globe to make buildings better for people and the environment. Through science-led solutions to urgent challenges, we will build a thriving and sustainable world.

Your role at BRE

• Take ownership of the compliance matrix and asset registers, ensuring all records and certifications for buildings and infrastructure are accurate and up-to-date.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and standards to ensure BRE Estates remain fully compliant.
• Develop and manage regular inspection programmes, proactively addressing any compliance issues with clear action plans.
• Prepare detailed compliance reports for senior management and auditors.
• Oversee hard and soft service contracts, conducting quality checks to ensure timely and satisfactory completion of work.
• Work closely with third-party specialists, Estates Projects, and Tenant Management teams to monitor and maintain statutory compliance throughout the estate.
• Conduct routine health and safety audits on FM contractors, reviewing risk assessments and safety procedures.
• Record and analyse utility consumption data to support mandatory environmental reporting requirements.
• Assist with the creation and upkeep of operational policies and procedures for the Estates department.
• Maintain accurate estate records and drawings, liaising with the SHE team to support safety and environmental initiatives.
• Provide excellent customer service to all end users, contributing to overall operational excellence.
• Be flexible to work outside normal hours when required and deputise for the Senior Operations Manager as needed.

Your Profile:

• Proven experience working within an Estates or Facilities Management environment.
• Demonstrated success in managing compliance within property management.
• Relevant building or engineering qualification and/or membership in a recognised professional body.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• A collaborative team player with excellent relationship management skills across stakeholders, suppliers, contractors, and colleagues.
• Detail-oriented, methodical, and highly accurate in work approach.
• Skilled at assessing and evaluating situations to make informed decisions.
• Excellent planning and organisational capabilities.

The requirements above are provided for guidance purposes. We welcome applications from candidates with varying levels of experience who can demonstrate their suitability for the role.

BRE benefits

We offer a competitive salary, as well as a wide range of financial, wellbeing and career development benefits.

• 25 days annual leave
• Pension scheme with 5% matching employer contribution, Life assurance (4x basic salary) and an enhanced maternity package
• Healthpartners – cash back on a wide range of health and wellbeing costs including prescriptions, physiotherapy, dental care and more
• Onsite restaurant, onsite nursery and free onsite parking including at-cost EV charging points
• Learning and development opportunities, including free access to our BRE Academy and online courses, and professional membership reimbursement.

For full details on our benefits, please consider the BRE Employee Benefits information.

Work Location Options

On-Site - This role requires full-time presence at our Watford office. You must live within a commutable distance.

Equal Opportunities Statement

BRE is an equal opportunities employer. We assess all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics.