Housing & Building Safety Compliance Lead

Lancaster City Council; Nebraska; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster City Council is seeking a Compliance Manager to lead building and resident safety across our housing, corporate and commercial property portfolio. This hybrid role reports to the Chief Officer – Housing and Property and will guide the Compliance Team, ensuring landlord compliance with gas, electrical, fire safety, asbestos and water hygiene regulations.

You will shape our compliance strategy, strengthen systems and data, oversee contracts and provide clear assurance to senior leaders

Qualifications

• Experience in social housing and risk reduction.
• Proven track record of leading a high-performing team.
• Strong technical knowledge of property compliance and legislation.
• Ability to translate complex information into clear reporting and actions.
• Contract management, analytical and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead Compliance Team and oversee building and resident safety across housing, corporate and commercial property.
• Oversee statutory landlord compliance, including gas, electrical and fire safety, asbestos, water hygiene and lifting equipment.
• Shape compliance strategy, strengthen systems and data, and manage contracts.
• Provide assurance to senior leaders and elected members, prioritising resident safety and engagement.
• Collaborate with colleagues, residents and contractors to manage risk and drive improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Contract management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Reporting

Education

Minimum HNC/HND in a property-related subject

Job description

Lancaster City Council is seeking a Compliance Manager to lead building and resident safety across our housing, corporate and commercial property portfolio. This hybrid role reports to the Chief Officer – Housing and Property and will guide the Compliance Team, ensuring landlord compliance with gas, electrical, fire safety, asbestos and water hygiene regulations.

You will shape our compliance strategy, strengthen systems and data, oversee contracts and provide clear assurance to senior leaders