Technical Compliance Officer (Asbestos, Legionella & Lifts)

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in social housing is looking for a Technical Compliance Officer to ensure safety compliance across their property portfolio. The role involves coordinating safety activities, conducting inspections, and providing technical advice to ensure adherence to legislation. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in legionella, asbestos, and lift systems, along with experience in contract management.

Benefits

Pension scheme with up to 10% contributions

Healthcare scheme with savings options

Starting annual leave of 26 days

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Recognition rewards for exceptional work

Professional membership fee coverage

Discounts on high street, dining, gym memberships

Wellbeing initiatives focusing on health

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of legionella, asbestos, and lift safety.
• Minimum safety qualification in each discipline.
• Experience in contract management and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Support compliance for legionella, asbestos, and lift safety.
• Conduct audits and inspections, produce reports.
• Manage contract programs and contractors.

Skills

Technical knowledge of legionella

Technical knowledge of asbestos

Technical knowledge of lift systems

Compliance legislation knowledge

Contract management

Budgeting and financial management

Education

Membership of ASCP or equivalent body

Job description

Job Description:

Technical Compliance Officer (Asbestos, Legionella & Lifts) (full time, 35 hours per week)

The Technical Compliance Officer (Legionella / Asbestos / Lifts) will support full compliance for the delivery of these contracts. They must have in-depth knowledge of legionella, asbestos, and lift safety, with specialist training and a minimum safety qualification in each discipline.

What you’ll be doing

• Support the Strategic Manager (Servicing) in coordinating legionella, asbestos, and lift safety activities and maintenance to meet legal standards and British Standards (BS).
• Assist with safety activities and projects across GPHG’s property portfolio.
• Inspect properties, identify weaknesses, and propose solutions.
• Support the preparation of work schedules, specifications, and procurement of remedial projects.
• Provide technical advice to colleagues and contractors to ensure compliance with legislation and policies.
• Manage contract programs and contractors to achieve quality, cost, and time targets.
• Ensure all safety maintenance complies with current regulations and standards.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and produce reports.
• Perform post-inspections and maintain accurate records.
• Participate in policy review, development, and implementation, including training and site visits.

What we need from you

• A commitment to understanding community challenges and opportunities, valuing lived experience in social housing.
• Passion for advocating for communities.
• Ability to work collaboratively for the benefit of Great Places.
• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
• Flexibility to work outside normal hours when necessary.
• Professionalism, integrity, inclusivity, and respect for diversity.

What you’ll need

• Membership of ASCP or an equivalent body (not essential).
• Technical knowledge of legionella, asbestos, and lift systems and maintenance.
• Excellent knowledge of compliance legislation related to safety systems.
• Experience in contract management and delivery.
• Experience in budgeting and financial management.

What we offer

• Pension scheme with up to 10% contributions.
• Healthcare scheme with savings options.
• Starting annual leave of 26 days, increasing to 30 days plus bank holidays.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Recognition rewards for exceptional work.
• Professional membership fee coverage.
• Discounts on high street, dining, gym memberships, and more.
• Wellbeing initiatives focusing on mental, physical, career, and financial health.