Building Safety Officer

Now Hiring: Building Safety Officer
Location: London
Salary: Up to £46,000
Permanent, Full-time Leading Housing Association

We are partnering with a leading Housing Association to recruit a proactive and skilled Building Safety Officer. This role is vital in ensuring high-risk residential buildings remain safe, compliant, and well-managed, with resident safety at the heart of every decision.

Reporting to the Building Safety Manager, you will work collaboratively across teams to deliver consistent building safety management for a portfolio of high-risk properties. You will:

• Ensure compliance with all building safety regulations, legislation, and landlord obligations

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date building safety cases and risk mitigation plans

• Conduct regular inspections of high-risk buildings, identifying and addressing potential safety risks

• Engage with residents through proactive events, fostering trust and clear communication about safety responsibilities

• Support the golden thread of information and maintain comprehensive records, including personal emergency evacuation plans (PEEPS)

• Collaborate with internal teams and external contractors to ensure the safe delivery of maintenance, remediation, and compliance activities

• Stay up to date with changes in legislation, regulatory requirements, and best practices in building safety

• Strong knowledge of building safety, fire safety, building regulations, and health and safety legislation

• Understanding of residential construction methods and active/passive fire protection measures

• Experience managing or coordinating building safety in high-risk residential environments

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills

• Ability to assess risks, prioritize actions, and escalate issues when necessary

Desirable: CIOB Level 6, NEBOSH Fire Certificate, IOSH Managing Safely, understanding of data security related to safety compliance

This is your opportunity to join a values-led organisation committed to the safety and wellbeing of residents. You ll work within a collaborative team, contribute to innovative building safety practices, and have a direct impact on creating safer homes for residents.

They offer:

• Supportive working environment and development opportunities

• Exposure to high-profile building safety initiatives

• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements (if applicable)

• The chance to make a real difference to resident safety and compliance

Apply today to join a forward-thinking Housing Association and play a key role in maintaining safe, compliant, and trusted homes in London.