Senior Housing Safety & Compliance Leader

Ocean Edge Executive Search; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Leave and sick pay

Hybrid working

Parking discounts

Gym membership

Cycle scheme

EAP

Career progression

Job summary

Ocean Edge Executive Search is seeking a Principal Manager (Maintenance) to lead housing safety and compliance for a local authority portfolio in Ipswich. The role focuses on strategic leadership, risk management and delivering high-quality, compliant housing services.

You will oversee multiple safety disciplines, drive improvements, and partner with stakeholders to safeguard residents and maintain safe, well-maintained homes.

Qualifications

• Degree in construction/maintenance or related field with 5+ years of technical and managerial experience.
• Senior-level management experience in housing maintenance or utilities is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of building legislation, safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in budget setting, procurement, contracts and performance reporting.
• Proven ability to lead teams, drive continuous improvement and manage risk.

Responsibilities

• Lead housing safety and compliance across the portfolio, ensuring statutory obligations are met.
• Oversee key safety areas: fire safety, gas safety, electrical safety, damp & mould, LOler lifts, emergency lighting, asbestos, water safety.
• Develop and implement compliance strategies, policies and improvement programmes.
• Manage budgets, resources, contracts and performance to achieve value for money.
• Lead, coach and develop staff and ensure high-quality residents services.
• Collaborate with internal teams, contractors and regulatory bodies to maintain safe homes.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Stakeholder management

Contract management

Health & safety knowledge

Strategic planning

Education

Construction Management degree

Quantity Surveying degree

Job description

Ocean Edge Executive Search is seeking a Principal Manager (Maintenance) to lead housing safety and compliance for a local authority portfolio in Ipswich. The role focuses on strategic leadership, risk management and delivering high-quality, compliant housing services.

You will oversee multiple safety disciplines, drive improvements, and partner with stakeholders to safeguard residents and maintain safe, well-maintained homes.