Housing Compliance Officer

YMCA North Tyneside; North Shields; Hybrid; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading community organization as a Housing Compliance Officer, ensuring safety compliance across residential properties. This role involves extensive travel, inspections, and collaboration with stakeholders. Enjoy a competitive salary and a range of benefits including hybrid working and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday + bank holidays

Your birthday off!

Flexible public holidays

Free YMCA Gym membership

Discounts at YMCA cafes and nursery

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance (2x salary)

Group pension scheme

Qualifications

• Understanding of building codes and safety regulations.
• Experience in property inspections and hazard identification.
• Proactive and detail-oriented with relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct property safety inspections and audits.
• Ensure document compliance and produce detailed reports.
• Track inspections, repairs, and certifications.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Organisational Skills

Education

NEBOSH Level 3 General Certificate

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Housing team for a Housing Compliance Officer to join us!

Location:

Yorkshire and Midlands

Job Type:

Permanent

Salary:

£28,950 per annum

Hours:

37.5 hours

Job Description

Join YMCA North Tyneside and be part of a community dedicated to transforming lives. As a Housing Compliance Officer, your role will involve ensuring residential properties managed by YMCA North Tyneside and partners comply with safety regulations, including inspections, hazard identification, reporting, and corrective actions. Extensive travel across Yorkshire and East Midlands regions is required, so a full driving license and access to a vehicle are essential.

We support your professional development by funding the NEBOSH Level 3 General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety.

Key Responsibilities

1. Conduct property safety inspections and audits.
2. Liaise with senior management and key stakeholders.
3. Ensure document compliance (e.g., HHSRS).
4. Produce detailed reports with photographic evidence.
5. Conduct Tenant Satisfaction Measure surveys.
6. Stay updated on relevant legislation and policies.
7. Contribute to training for staff and partners.
8. Ensure timely completion of safety checks.
9. Track inspections, repairs, and certifications in our systems.
10. Issue and follow up on repair orders.
11. Re-inspect properties as needed.
12. Generate compliance reports and identify areas for improvement.

What We’re Looking For

1. Understanding of building codes, safety regulations, and relevant housing law.
2. Experience in property inspections and hazard identification.
3. Proactive, detail-oriented with relationship-building and problem-solving skills.
4. Excellent communication skills.
5. Knowledge of supported accommodation and social housing frameworks.
6. Proficiency in Google Workspace, MS Office, email, and databases.
7. Strong organisational skills for managing electronic information.
8. Commitment to CPD and legislative updates.
9. Full UK driving license.

The Perks of the Job

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working (2 days from home)
• 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays
• Your birthday off!
• Flexible public holidays
• Free YMCA Gym membership for you and a loved one
• Discounts at YMCA cafes and nursery
• Discounted holidays at Patterdale Estate
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 GP Helpline
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Reward Gateway discounts
• 2 paid volunteering days
• Life assurance (2x salary)
• Group pension scheme
• And more!

How to Find Out More

Contact Rebecca Winter, Health & Safety Manager, via mobile or email for an informal chat.

Application Process

Apply online at http://bit.ly/YMCAonlineapp. The closing date is 9:00 am on Tuesday, 27 May 2025. Interviews are scheduled for 11 June 2025 (virtual) and 18 June 2025 (North Shields office). Travel expenses for out-of-region candidates will be reimbursed.

Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare. All roles involving working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults require a DBS check. We promote diversity and equal opportunity employment, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities and ex-offenders.