Compliance & Building Safety Officer Location: Somerset Hourly rate: Up to 18.85 PAYE Contract Type: 3 months Overview Our client is looking for a Compliance & Building Safety Officer to help ensure residential properties meet all required safety and compliance standards. The role combines technical knowledge with strong communication skills, requiring effective engagement with residents and close coordination with contractors. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of compliance and building safety services within your assigned area Ensure statutory and regulatory requirements are met across: Gas, electrical, fire, water, asbestos, and lift safety Other systems such as heating, door entry, lightning protection, and digital/satellite systems Carry out inspections, testing, and surveys (including fire doors and communal areas) Ensure all compliance documentation is accurate and up to date Work closely with contractors to achieve full compliance Instruct and manage remedial works, from raising jobs through to completion and invoicing Monitor contractor and consultant performance against agreed standards and legislation Challenge performance where required and escalate issues appropriately Conduct block inspections and identify safety or compliance issues Review risk assessments, service reports, and inspection outcomes Build positive relationships with residents, including those reluctant to engage Take a customer-first approach to resolving access issues Support procurement activities, including specifications and tender documentation Stay up to date with evolving legislation and best practice (e.g. building safety regulations) Respond to emergencies or urgent situations requiring on-site presence Skills & Experience Required Previous experience in a similar role (desirable experience in social housing) Strong organisational and time management skills Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), including technical reporting Ability to engage with residents empathetically and professionally Experience managing and challenging contractors Proficient in using IT systems Practical, solution-focused approach to problem-solving For more information about the role, please contact Branwen Johns on (phone number removed) and email a copy of your CV.
08/07/2026
Seasonal
Compliance & Building Safety Officer Location: Somerset Hourly rate: Up to 18.85 PAYE Contract Type: 3 months Overview Our client is looking for a Compliance & Building Safety Officer to help ensure residential properties meet all required safety and compliance standards. The role combines technical knowledge with strong communication skills, requiring effective engagement with residents and close coordination with contractors. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of compliance and building safety services within your assigned area Ensure statutory and regulatory requirements are met across: Gas, electrical, fire, water, asbestos, and lift safety Other systems such as heating, door entry, lightning protection, and digital/satellite systems Carry out inspections, testing, and surveys (including fire doors and communal areas) Ensure all compliance documentation is accurate and up to date Work closely with contractors to achieve full compliance Instruct and manage remedial works, from raising jobs through to completion and invoicing Monitor contractor and consultant performance against agreed standards and legislation Challenge performance where required and escalate issues appropriately Conduct block inspections and identify safety or compliance issues Review risk assessments, service reports, and inspection outcomes Build positive relationships with residents, including those reluctant to engage Take a customer-first approach to resolving access issues Support procurement activities, including specifications and tender documentation Stay up to date with evolving legislation and best practice (e.g. building safety regulations) Respond to emergencies or urgent situations requiring on-site presence Skills & Experience Required Previous experience in a similar role (desirable experience in social housing) Strong organisational and time management skills Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), including technical reporting Ability to engage with residents empathetically and professionally Experience managing and challenging contractors Proficient in using IT systems Practical, solution-focused approach to problem-solving For more information about the role, please contact Branwen Johns on (phone number removed) and email a copy of your CV.
Bennett & Game are representing one of the UK's fastest-growing fa ade remediation and building safety Main Contractors who are seeking a Site Manager to join their expanding Southern division. With almost 30 years of specialist expertise, the business has built an outstanding reputation delivering complex fa ade remediation, cladding replacement, fire safety and external refurbishment projects across the UK. Having already secured approximately three years of confirmed work, turnover has increased from 32m to around 45m this year, with ambitions to exceed 55m next year. Their Southern region has grown rapidly over the past 12 months and continues to expand as they secure major remediation schemes across London and the M25, alongside an increasing portfolio of photovoltaic (PV) installations as part of wider building safety and sustainability programmes. This is an opportunity to join a contractor at exactly the right time. The business is experiencing sustained growth, with clients regularly approaching them directly thanks to their reputation for delivering technically challenging projects and developing long-term relationships. You'll take responsibility for the day-to-day management of prestigious fa ade remediation and building safety projects, working within a modern, collaborative business where senior management remain approachable, bureaucracy is kept to a minimum and career progression is driven by continued expansion rather than waiting for opportunities to arise. Salary & Benefits Salary of 45,000 - 65,000 depending on experience Car allowance Pension scheme Life assurance (2x annual salary) 24/25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with additional company-contributed Christmas shutdown days where applicable Modern, supportive working environment with high-spec IT equipment, complimentary refreshments and genuine long-term career progression Site Manager Position Overview Oversee the day-to-day delivery of fa ade remediation, cladding replacement and building safety projects across London and the M25 corridor Manage site teams, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to programme Maintain high standards of health & safety, quality assurance and site compliance throughout the project lifecycle Coordinate site logistics, materials, labour and sequencing to ensure smooth project delivery Liaise closely with Project Managers, clients, consultants and Resident Liaison Officers to maintain excellent communication throughout occupied residential schemes Produce site reports, monitor progress against programme and ensure projects are delivered to the company's exceptionally high standards Site Manager Position Requirements Previous Site Management experience gained with either a Fa ade / Cladding Contractor or a Main Contractor delivering fa ade remediation, HRB or Building Safety Act projects Experience managing construction sites as Principal Contractor with responsibility for programme, quality and health & safety SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to work on site across London and the M25 corridor Looking to join a rapidly growing contractor offering long-term career progression, job security and exposure to prestigious building safety projects Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
07/07/2026
Full time
Bennett & Game are representing one of the UK's fastest-growing fa ade remediation and building safety Main Contractors who are seeking a Site Manager to join their expanding Southern division. With almost 30 years of specialist expertise, the business has built an outstanding reputation delivering complex fa ade remediation, cladding replacement, fire safety and external refurbishment projects across the UK. Having already secured approximately three years of confirmed work, turnover has increased from 32m to around 45m this year, with ambitions to exceed 55m next year. Their Southern region has grown rapidly over the past 12 months and continues to expand as they secure major remediation schemes across London and the M25, alongside an increasing portfolio of photovoltaic (PV) installations as part of wider building safety and sustainability programmes. This is an opportunity to join a contractor at exactly the right time. The business is experiencing sustained growth, with clients regularly approaching them directly thanks to their reputation for delivering technically challenging projects and developing long-term relationships. You'll take responsibility for the day-to-day management of prestigious fa ade remediation and building safety projects, working within a modern, collaborative business where senior management remain approachable, bureaucracy is kept to a minimum and career progression is driven by continued expansion rather than waiting for opportunities to arise. Salary & Benefits Salary of 45,000 - 65,000 depending on experience Car allowance Pension scheme Life assurance (2x annual salary) 24/25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with additional company-contributed Christmas shutdown days where applicable Modern, supportive working environment with high-spec IT equipment, complimentary refreshments and genuine long-term career progression Site Manager Position Overview Oversee the day-to-day delivery of fa ade remediation, cladding replacement and building safety projects across London and the M25 corridor Manage site teams, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to programme Maintain high standards of health & safety, quality assurance and site compliance throughout the project lifecycle Coordinate site logistics, materials, labour and sequencing to ensure smooth project delivery Liaise closely with Project Managers, clients, consultants and Resident Liaison Officers to maintain excellent communication throughout occupied residential schemes Produce site reports, monitor progress against programme and ensure projects are delivered to the company's exceptionally high standards Site Manager Position Requirements Previous Site Management experience gained with either a Fa ade / Cladding Contractor or a Main Contractor delivering fa ade remediation, HRB or Building Safety Act projects Experience managing construction sites as Principal Contractor with responsibility for programme, quality and health & safety SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to work on site across London and the M25 corridor Looking to join a rapidly growing contractor offering long-term career progression, job security and exposure to prestigious building safety projects Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Bennett & Game are representing one of the UK's fastest-growing fa ade remediation and building safety Main Contractors who are seeking a Site Manager to join their expanding Southern division. With almost 30 years of specialist expertise, the business has built an outstanding reputation delivering complex fa ade remediation, cladding replacement, fire safety and external refurbishment projects across the UK. Having already secured approximately three years of confirmed work, turnover has increased from 32m to around 45m this year, with ambitions to exceed 55m next year. Their Southern region has grown rapidly over the past 12 months and continues to expand as they secure major remediation schemes across London and the M25, alongside an increasing portfolio of photovoltaic (PV) installations as part of wider building safety and sustainability programmes. This is an opportunity to join a contractor at exactly the right time. The business is experiencing sustained growth, with clients regularly approaching them directly thanks to their reputation for delivering technically challenging projects and developing long-term relationships. You'll take responsibility for the day-to-day management of prestigious fa ade remediation and building safety projects, working within a modern, collaborative business where senior management remain approachable, bureaucracy is kept to a minimum and career progression is driven by continued expansion rather than waiting for opportunities to arise. Salary & Benefits Salary of 45,000 - 65,000 depending on experience Car allowance Pension scheme Life assurance (2x annual salary) 24/25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with additional company-contributed Christmas shutdown days where applicable Modern, supportive working environment with high-spec IT equipment, complimentary refreshments and genuine long-term career progression Site Manager Position Overview Oversee the day-to-day delivery of fa ade remediation, cladding replacement and building safety projects across London and the M25 corridor Manage site teams, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to programme Maintain high standards of health & safety, quality assurance and site compliance throughout the project lifecycle Coordinate site logistics, materials, labour and sequencing to ensure smooth project delivery Liaise closely with Project Managers, clients, consultants and Resident Liaison Officers to maintain excellent communication throughout occupied residential schemes Produce site reports, monitor progress against programme and ensure projects are delivered to the company's exceptionally high standards Site Manager Position Requirements Previous Site Management experience gained with either a Fa ade / Cladding Contractor or a Main Contractor delivering fa ade remediation, HRB or Building Safety Act projects Experience managing construction sites as Principal Contractor with responsibility for programme, quality and health & safety SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to work on site across London and the M25 corridor Looking to join a rapidly growing contractor offering long-term career progression, job security and exposure to prestigious building safety projects Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
07/07/2026
Full time
Bennett & Game are representing one of the UK's fastest-growing fa ade remediation and building safety Main Contractors who are seeking a Site Manager to join their expanding Southern division. With almost 30 years of specialist expertise, the business has built an outstanding reputation delivering complex fa ade remediation, cladding replacement, fire safety and external refurbishment projects across the UK. Having already secured approximately three years of confirmed work, turnover has increased from 32m to around 45m this year, with ambitions to exceed 55m next year. Their Southern region has grown rapidly over the past 12 months and continues to expand as they secure major remediation schemes across London and the M25, alongside an increasing portfolio of photovoltaic (PV) installations as part of wider building safety and sustainability programmes. This is an opportunity to join a contractor at exactly the right time. The business is experiencing sustained growth, with clients regularly approaching them directly thanks to their reputation for delivering technically challenging projects and developing long-term relationships. You'll take responsibility for the day-to-day management of prestigious fa ade remediation and building safety projects, working within a modern, collaborative business where senior management remain approachable, bureaucracy is kept to a minimum and career progression is driven by continued expansion rather than waiting for opportunities to arise. Salary & Benefits Salary of 45,000 - 65,000 depending on experience Car allowance Pension scheme Life assurance (2x annual salary) 24/25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with additional company-contributed Christmas shutdown days where applicable Modern, supportive working environment with high-spec IT equipment, complimentary refreshments and genuine long-term career progression Site Manager Position Overview Oversee the day-to-day delivery of fa ade remediation, cladding replacement and building safety projects across London and the M25 corridor Manage site teams, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to programme Maintain high standards of health & safety, quality assurance and site compliance throughout the project lifecycle Coordinate site logistics, materials, labour and sequencing to ensure smooth project delivery Liaise closely with Project Managers, clients, consultants and Resident Liaison Officers to maintain excellent communication throughout occupied residential schemes Produce site reports, monitor progress against programme and ensure projects are delivered to the company's exceptionally high standards Site Manager Position Requirements Previous Site Management experience gained with either a Fa ade / Cladding Contractor or a Main Contractor delivering fa ade remediation, HRB or Building Safety Act projects Experience managing construction sites as Principal Contractor with responsibility for programme, quality and health & safety SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to work on site across London and the M25 corridor Looking to join a rapidly growing contractor offering long-term career progression, job security and exposure to prestigious building safety projects Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Clerk of Works Temporary, Full Time Initial 12-Month Contract 350 per day (Umbrella) We are recruiting a Clerk of Works on an initial 12-month temporary contract. Please note that this role requires the successful candidate to be site-based for a minimum of three days per week . This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile housing investment programme and play a key role in ensuring refurbishment and fire safety works are delivered to the highest standards of quality, compliance, and safety across occupied residential properties. About the Role The successful candidate will provide independent Clerk of Works services, quality assurance, compliance monitoring, and technical inspection support across residential refurbishment and Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) programmes. The role is responsible for ensuring that works are delivered in accordance with contract specifications, statutory requirements, fire safety regulations, and industry best practice, while maintaining a strong focus on resident safety and satisfaction. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement, combining office, home, and site-based activities. Regular site visits are required to conduct inspections and assessments, including the use of inspection equipment where necessary. Key Responsibilities Undertake regular site inspections of major refurbishment and FRA works. Verify compliance with drawings, specifications, Building Regulations, and fire safety standards. Maintain detailed inspection records and photographic evidence. Identify defects, non-conformances, and quality risks, reporting issues promptly and effectively. Review contractor RAMS, work sequencing, and resident protection measures. Attend site and project progress meetings, providing technical expertise and recommendations. Monitor all aspects of construction quality, including fire stopping, compartmentation, and life-safety installations. Liaise with Resident Liaison Officers regarding resident concerns relating to quality or safety. Support Project Managers by identifying technical issues, risks, and programme concerns. Maintain a robust audit trail suitable for leaseholder, regulatory, and tribunal scrutiny, ensuring regular reporting is completed. Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives. Assist in the production of technical requirements, specifications, and position statements as required. Essential Requirements Strong knowledge of building construction and construction quality standards. Experience working on occupied residential refurbishment projects. Good understanding of fire safety principles, compartmentation, and passive fire protection measures. Knowledge of Building Regulations, British Standards, and construction compliance requirements. Ability to produce clear, accurate, and structured technical inspection reports. Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify and resolve quality-related issues. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Full UK driving licence and ability to travel regularly to project sites.
06/07/2026
Contract
Clerk of Works Temporary, Full Time Initial 12-Month Contract 350 per day (Umbrella) We are recruiting a Clerk of Works on an initial 12-month temporary contract. Please note that this role requires the successful candidate to be site-based for a minimum of three days per week . This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile housing investment programme and play a key role in ensuring refurbishment and fire safety works are delivered to the highest standards of quality, compliance, and safety across occupied residential properties. About the Role The successful candidate will provide independent Clerk of Works services, quality assurance, compliance monitoring, and technical inspection support across residential refurbishment and Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) programmes. The role is responsible for ensuring that works are delivered in accordance with contract specifications, statutory requirements, fire safety regulations, and industry best practice, while maintaining a strong focus on resident safety and satisfaction. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement, combining office, home, and site-based activities. Regular site visits are required to conduct inspections and assessments, including the use of inspection equipment where necessary. Key Responsibilities Undertake regular site inspections of major refurbishment and FRA works. Verify compliance with drawings, specifications, Building Regulations, and fire safety standards. Maintain detailed inspection records and photographic evidence. Identify defects, non-conformances, and quality risks, reporting issues promptly and effectively. Review contractor RAMS, work sequencing, and resident protection measures. Attend site and project progress meetings, providing technical expertise and recommendations. Monitor all aspects of construction quality, including fire stopping, compartmentation, and life-safety installations. Liaise with Resident Liaison Officers regarding resident concerns relating to quality or safety. Support Project Managers by identifying technical issues, risks, and programme concerns. Maintain a robust audit trail suitable for leaseholder, regulatory, and tribunal scrutiny, ensuring regular reporting is completed. Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives. Assist in the production of technical requirements, specifications, and position statements as required. Essential Requirements Strong knowledge of building construction and construction quality standards. Experience working on occupied residential refurbishment projects. Good understanding of fire safety principles, compartmentation, and passive fire protection measures. Knowledge of Building Regulations, British Standards, and construction compliance requirements. Ability to produce clear, accurate, and structured technical inspection reports. Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify and resolve quality-related issues. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Full UK driving licence and ability to travel regularly to project sites.
REMEDIATION OFFICER Trinity Estates • £Competitive • Home Based (North & Midlands) ROLE OVERVIEW You will play a key role in ensuring our managed developments remain safe, compliant and well-cared-for by coordinating remediation activity from investigation through to completion. Working across a varied residential portfolio, you will turn complex technical findings into practical, resident-friendly plans that protect people, property and reputations. You will bring structure, pace and professionalism to each case: gathering evidence, prioritising risk, planning works, and keeping everyone aligned - from residents and site teams to contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders. Your calm, people-first approach will ensure clear communication, robust documentation and quality outcomes, every time. ROLE EXPECTATIONS Most days you will be reviewing reports and data, translating them into clear scopes of work, and coordinating suppliers to deliver safe, compliant remediation. You will keep residents informed, track progress and costs, maintain meticulous records and escalate risks promptly. You will also conduct planned site visits to verify quality, progress and resident experience. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE Remediation projects delivered safely, on time and within agreed budgets, with clear, auditable records. Risks identified early, prioritised effectively and reduced through well-structured action plans. Residents, clients and colleagues kept fully informed, with timely, empathetic and transparent updates. Robust contractor management: clear scopes, fair tendering, strong H&S oversight and quality assurance. Accurate data and documentation maintained, enabling confident reporting and regulatory compliance. Proactive pursuit of cost recovery routes (warranties, guarantees, claims) to protect client funds. HOW YOU'LL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME Reviewing surveys, reports and site intelligence to define remediation priorities and scopes of work. Preparing tender packs, assessing proposals and appointing competent contractors and consultants. Building and tracking project plans, programmes and budgets, with regular progress reviews. Leading meetings and resident updates; issuing clear, accessible communications at key milestones. Carrying out site visits to validate quality, safety controls and adherence to specification. Maintaining compliance records, risk registers and MI dashboards for internal and client reporting. WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR You are a structured, detail-strong coordinator who stays calm, fair and solutions-focused under pressure. You communicate complex, technical matters simply and empathetically to non-technical audiences. You confidently challenge where needed and hold suppliers to account while building positive partnerships. You balance safety, quality and cost, making sound, evidence-based decisions. You are self-motivated, collaborative and comfortable working across multiple live projects. EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS Coordinating building safety or defect remediation projects, including façade, fire safety or water ingress. Managing major works in residential property, including scoping, tendering and contractor oversight. Familiarity with H&S principles and construction best practice, including CDM and RAMS. Handling insurance/warranty claims and technical documentation to support cost recovery. Using property, project or asset management systems to track actions, risks and performance. WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary, aligned to experience Car allowance for field-based roles 24 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension scheme Vitality private healthcare Perkbox membership with discounts across retail, travel and entertainment Fully funded training and professional development, including paid study leave Employee referral scheme Annual salary review Free eye tests and Cycle to Work scheme Long service award Support for Army Reserve training ABOUT TRINITY ESTATES Trinity Estates is a leading residential property management company and the flagship brand within the wider Trinity Property Group. Managing a diverse portfolio across the UK, the business supports developments ranging from modern city apartments to large-scale residential estates. Trinity Estates combines strong operational structure with a people-focused approach, delivering a consistent and professional service at scale. For employees, this means access to larger and more varied portfolios, clear processes, strong internal support and genuine opportunities for progression within a growing organisation. As part of a wider group, Trinity Estates offers both stability and career development, making it an ideal environment for those looking to build and progress their career in property management. HOW WE HIRE Initial conversation with our talent team Interview focused on your technical judgement, stakeholder communication and end-to-end project coordination, using scenario-based questions We aim to complete the process within two to three weeks and communicate clearly throughout. INTERESTED? Apply with your CV. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required. A full, clean UK driving licence is essential.
30/06/2026
Full time
REMEDIATION OFFICER Trinity Estates • £Competitive • Home Based (North & Midlands) ROLE OVERVIEW You will play a key role in ensuring our managed developments remain safe, compliant and well-cared-for by coordinating remediation activity from investigation through to completion. Working across a varied residential portfolio, you will turn complex technical findings into practical, resident-friendly plans that protect people, property and reputations. You will bring structure, pace and professionalism to each case: gathering evidence, prioritising risk, planning works, and keeping everyone aligned - from residents and site teams to contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders. Your calm, people-first approach will ensure clear communication, robust documentation and quality outcomes, every time. ROLE EXPECTATIONS Most days you will be reviewing reports and data, translating them into clear scopes of work, and coordinating suppliers to deliver safe, compliant remediation. You will keep residents informed, track progress and costs, maintain meticulous records and escalate risks promptly. You will also conduct planned site visits to verify quality, progress and resident experience. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE Remediation projects delivered safely, on time and within agreed budgets, with clear, auditable records. Risks identified early, prioritised effectively and reduced through well-structured action plans. Residents, clients and colleagues kept fully informed, with timely, empathetic and transparent updates. Robust contractor management: clear scopes, fair tendering, strong H&S oversight and quality assurance. Accurate data and documentation maintained, enabling confident reporting and regulatory compliance. Proactive pursuit of cost recovery routes (warranties, guarantees, claims) to protect client funds. HOW YOU'LL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME Reviewing surveys, reports and site intelligence to define remediation priorities and scopes of work. Preparing tender packs, assessing proposals and appointing competent contractors and consultants. Building and tracking project plans, programmes and budgets, with regular progress reviews. Leading meetings and resident updates; issuing clear, accessible communications at key milestones. Carrying out site visits to validate quality, safety controls and adherence to specification. Maintaining compliance records, risk registers and MI dashboards for internal and client reporting. WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR You are a structured, detail-strong coordinator who stays calm, fair and solutions-focused under pressure. You communicate complex, technical matters simply and empathetically to non-technical audiences. You confidently challenge where needed and hold suppliers to account while building positive partnerships. You balance safety, quality and cost, making sound, evidence-based decisions. You are self-motivated, collaborative and comfortable working across multiple live projects. EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS Coordinating building safety or defect remediation projects, including façade, fire safety or water ingress. Managing major works in residential property, including scoping, tendering and contractor oversight. Familiarity with H&S principles and construction best practice, including CDM and RAMS. Handling insurance/warranty claims and technical documentation to support cost recovery. Using property, project or asset management systems to track actions, risks and performance. WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary, aligned to experience Car allowance for field-based roles 24 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension scheme Vitality private healthcare Perkbox membership with discounts across retail, travel and entertainment Fully funded training and professional development, including paid study leave Employee referral scheme Annual salary review Free eye tests and Cycle to Work scheme Long service award Support for Army Reserve training ABOUT TRINITY ESTATES Trinity Estates is a leading residential property management company and the flagship brand within the wider Trinity Property Group. Managing a diverse portfolio across the UK, the business supports developments ranging from modern city apartments to large-scale residential estates. Trinity Estates combines strong operational structure with a people-focused approach, delivering a consistent and professional service at scale. For employees, this means access to larger and more varied portfolios, clear processes, strong internal support and genuine opportunities for progression within a growing organisation. As part of a wider group, Trinity Estates offers both stability and career development, making it an ideal environment for those looking to build and progress their career in property management. HOW WE HIRE Initial conversation with our talent team Interview focused on your technical judgement, stakeholder communication and end-to-end project coordination, using scenario-based questions We aim to complete the process within two to three weeks and communicate clearly throughout. INTERESTED? Apply with your CV. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required. A full, clean UK driving licence is essential.
Deputy Head of Building Control (Social Housing) Location: London Salary: 70,000 per annum Contract: Permanent Sector: Local Government / Social Housing We are currently recruiting for an experienced Deputy Head of Building Control to join a forward-thinking local government organisation responsible for managing and maintaining a substantial social housing portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior building control professional seeking a leadership role with responsibility for ensuring regulatory compliance, building safety, and service excellence across a diverse range of residential assets. Reporting directly to the Head of Building Control, you will play a key role in leading operational delivery, managing technical teams, and supporting strategic initiatives relating to building safety and compliance. The Role As Deputy Head of Building Control, you will provide technical leadership and operational oversight across building control functions, ensuring compliance with current legislation, Building Regulations, and emerging building safety requirements. You will support the management of a multidisciplinary team and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, and service improvements that enhance resident safety and organisational performance. The successful candidate will act as a senior technical advisor, overseeing complex building control matters, supporting high-risk building projects, and ensuring that statutory obligations are met across the housing portfolio. Key Responsibilities Support the Head of Building Control in the strategic and operational management of the service. Lead and manage Building Control Surveyors and technical officers, providing guidance, mentoring, and performance management. Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, Building Safety legislation, and associated statutory requirements. Review and assess complex building control applications, plans, and specifications. Provide expert technical advice on residential construction, refurbishment, fire safety, structural alterations, and compliance matters. Oversee inspections of housing developments, regeneration schemes, and major capital projects. Monitor service performance, quality standards, and regulatory compliance. Contribute to the management of building safety risks within residential properties, including higher-risk buildings. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal departments, contractors, developers, consultants, and regulatory bodies. Support service transformation, continuous improvement initiatives, and implementation of best practice. Assist with budget management, resource planning, and workforce development. Represent the service at internal and external meetings when required. Candidate Requirements Significant experience within Building Control, ideally gained within local government, social housing, or a related regulatory environment. Strong working knowledge of Building Regulations, Building Safety legislation, and relevant construction standards. Experience managing technical teams and delivering high-quality regulatory services. Demonstrable expertise in residential construction, refurbishment, and compliance-related projects. Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills. Ability to interpret and apply complex legislation and technical guidance. Membership of a relevant professional body such as CABE, RICS, CIOB, or equivalent is desirable. Registered Building Inspector status or eligibility would be advantageous. What's on Offer Permanent position with a salary of 70,000 per annum. Opportunity to work within a large and diverse social housing environment. Excellent pension scheme and local government benefits package. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Career progression opportunities within a growing and evolving service. The chance to play a key role in improving building safety and housing standards for residents. If you are an experienced Building Control professional looking to take the next step in your career within a leadership position, we would welcome your application.
25/06/2026
Full time
Deputy Head of Building Control (Social Housing) Location: London Salary: 70,000 per annum Contract: Permanent Sector: Local Government / Social Housing We are currently recruiting for an experienced Deputy Head of Building Control to join a forward-thinking local government organisation responsible for managing and maintaining a substantial social housing portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior building control professional seeking a leadership role with responsibility for ensuring regulatory compliance, building safety, and service excellence across a diverse range of residential assets. Reporting directly to the Head of Building Control, you will play a key role in leading operational delivery, managing technical teams, and supporting strategic initiatives relating to building safety and compliance. The Role As Deputy Head of Building Control, you will provide technical leadership and operational oversight across building control functions, ensuring compliance with current legislation, Building Regulations, and emerging building safety requirements. You will support the management of a multidisciplinary team and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, and service improvements that enhance resident safety and organisational performance. The successful candidate will act as a senior technical advisor, overseeing complex building control matters, supporting high-risk building projects, and ensuring that statutory obligations are met across the housing portfolio. Key Responsibilities Support the Head of Building Control in the strategic and operational management of the service. Lead and manage Building Control Surveyors and technical officers, providing guidance, mentoring, and performance management. Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, Building Safety legislation, and associated statutory requirements. Review and assess complex building control applications, plans, and specifications. Provide expert technical advice on residential construction, refurbishment, fire safety, structural alterations, and compliance matters. Oversee inspections of housing developments, regeneration schemes, and major capital projects. Monitor service performance, quality standards, and regulatory compliance. Contribute to the management of building safety risks within residential properties, including higher-risk buildings. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal departments, contractors, developers, consultants, and regulatory bodies. Support service transformation, continuous improvement initiatives, and implementation of best practice. Assist with budget management, resource planning, and workforce development. Represent the service at internal and external meetings when required. Candidate Requirements Significant experience within Building Control, ideally gained within local government, social housing, or a related regulatory environment. Strong working knowledge of Building Regulations, Building Safety legislation, and relevant construction standards. Experience managing technical teams and delivering high-quality regulatory services. Demonstrable expertise in residential construction, refurbishment, and compliance-related projects. Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills. Ability to interpret and apply complex legislation and technical guidance. Membership of a relevant professional body such as CABE, RICS, CIOB, or equivalent is desirable. Registered Building Inspector status or eligibility would be advantageous. What's on Offer Permanent position with a salary of 70,000 per annum. Opportunity to work within a large and diverse social housing environment. Excellent pension scheme and local government benefits package. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Career progression opportunities within a growing and evolving service. The chance to play a key role in improving building safety and housing standards for residents. If you are an experienced Building Control professional looking to take the next step in your career within a leadership position, we would welcome your application.
Belmont Recruitment
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking a Fire Safety Officer to join a local authority on a temporary basis. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Overview: The successful candidate will support the delivery of the organisation's fire safety programme, ensuring compliance with current fire safety legislation, regulations and best practice standards. The role holder will be responsible for carrying out fire risk assessments, inspections and investigations, providing specialist fire safety advice and supporting the development of fire safety policies and training. Main Duties: Carry out fire risk assessments, fire safety inspections and DSEAR assessments across a range of premises and work environments Plan and support the delivery of the fire risk assessment programme Provide specialist fire safety advice and guidance to managers and stakeholders to identify and mitigate risk Prepare fire risk assessments, reports and fire safety plans Investigate fire safety related incidents and provide recommendations to prevent recurrence Monitor developments in fire safety legislation, standards and guidance and advise accordingly Support the development and implementation of corporate fire safety policies, procedures and strategies Design, deliver and procure fire safety training where required Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal departments and external agencies Represent the organisation at relevant meetings, forums and partnership groups Essential Criteria: Experience carrying out fire risk assessments and fire safety inspections Strong knowledge of current fire safety legislation, regulations and best practice guidance Experience providing fire safety advice within a large or complex organisation Ability to produce detailed reports, assessments and technical documentation Experience investigating fire safety incidents and identifying corrective actions Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload Relevant fire safety qualification or equivalent professional experience If your skills match the above criteria, please apply with your up-to-date CV.
19/06/2026
Contract
Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking a Fire Safety Officer to join a local authority on a temporary basis. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Overview: The successful candidate will support the delivery of the organisation's fire safety programme, ensuring compliance with current fire safety legislation, regulations and best practice standards. The role holder will be responsible for carrying out fire risk assessments, inspections and investigations, providing specialist fire safety advice and supporting the development of fire safety policies and training. Main Duties: Carry out fire risk assessments, fire safety inspections and DSEAR assessments across a range of premises and work environments Plan and support the delivery of the fire risk assessment programme Provide specialist fire safety advice and guidance to managers and stakeholders to identify and mitigate risk Prepare fire risk assessments, reports and fire safety plans Investigate fire safety related incidents and provide recommendations to prevent recurrence Monitor developments in fire safety legislation, standards and guidance and advise accordingly Support the development and implementation of corporate fire safety policies, procedures and strategies Design, deliver and procure fire safety training where required Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal departments and external agencies Represent the organisation at relevant meetings, forums and partnership groups Essential Criteria: Experience carrying out fire risk assessments and fire safety inspections Strong knowledge of current fire safety legislation, regulations and best practice guidance Experience providing fire safety advice within a large or complex organisation Ability to produce detailed reports, assessments and technical documentation Experience investigating fire safety incidents and identifying corrective actions Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload Relevant fire safety qualification or equivalent professional experience If your skills match the above criteria, please apply with your up-to-date CV.
Who We Are Fixatex Ltd is a family-run electrical services provider built on trust, teamwork, and technical excellence. Established in 2000, we have proudly supported clients across London and the Southeast for over two decades. Operating from our head office, warehouse, and purpose-built training centre in Hertford, we deliver high-quality electrical services while continuously developing and supporting our people. The Role The Head of Operations holds end-to-end operational, commercial, technical and compliance accountability for all Fixatex s contracts outside one significantly sized client approximately £5m £10m of annual revenue spread across multiple clients, work streams and project types. The portfolio is anchored by two priority G15 housing association clients L&Q (London & Quadrant) and NHG (Notting Hill Genesis) and is complemented by a long tail of ad-hoc and standing accounts in social housing, property management and building-contractor markets. Scope spans all four Fixatex disciplines: fire safety equipment, security, electrical maintenance, compliance and small project / installation works. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer as the direct peer to the Head of Operations Peabody Housing Trust, the post-holder leads a multi-disciplinary department 5 Contract Managers (typically aligned by work stream, with account responsibility for the priority clients) and their respective Supervisors, Administrators and Engineers and is accountable for KPI performance, statutory compliance, P&L delivery and client retention across the portfolio. Responsibilities Own end-to-end operational, commercial and compliance delivery of Fixatex s Rest of Business portfolio (c. £5m £10m p.a.) across all four work streams: fire safety equipment, security, electrical compliance and small project / installation works. Act as Fixatex s senior point of contact for the two key clients, L&Q (London & Quadrant) and NHG (Notting Hill Genesis), with personal accountability for the client relationship, account growth, satisfaction and contract retention. Lead, coach and develop a department 5 Contract Managers (each predominantly aligned to a work stream, with account responsibility for the priority clients) and their respective Supervisors, Administrators and Engineers. Manage the long tail of smaller ad-hoc and standing accounts (property managers, building contractors and smaller housing providers), ensuring responsiveness, profitability and a consistent quality of service across the portfolio. Direct line and people management of Contract Managers, Qualified Supervisors, Administrators, Site Supervisors, Engineers and Improvers. Following the People Manager guide to ensure that you build ahigh-performance team, create an accountable and values driven culture, and nurture the growth and development of team members. Own the Rest of Business P&L with support from the Finance Function, including annual budget setting, monthly forecasting, work-in-progress, WIP-to-cash conversion, GP% by client and by work stream, sub-contractor spend and overhead control. Direct the planning and scheduling of PPM programmes, reactive works and project / installation programmes across all four disciplines, balancing capacity, skills mix and client priorities. Ensure 100% statutory compliance across the portfolio against the applicable standards and regulations, including company policies and procedures. Discharge supplier-side Principal Contractor duties under CDM 2015 for all Fixatex-led and sub-contracted activity in the portfolio, including Project / Construction Phase Plans for installation works, RAMS sign-off and RIDDOR reporting within one Working Day. Govern any sub-contractors used to flex capacity pre-qualification, back-to-back contracting that flows down client obligations, monthly performance reviews and audit of sub-contracted activity, where authorised by company Directors. Drive project / installation work governance tender review, scope and price assurance, programme management, change-control, snagging and final-account close-out. Lead the new-business and renewal cycle across the portfolio, working with Business Development on bid input, pricing and mobilisation of new contracts. Provide monthly portfolio reporting to the COO, including KPI / SLA performance by client, P&L vs budget, pipeline, risks and remedial actions. Work as the direct peer to the Head of Operations Peabody Housing Trust, sharing best practice, resource and out-of-hours cover where commercially appropriate, and ensuring a consistent Fixatex operating model across the whole business. Qualifications Required: Proven, multi-disciplinary contract management experience covering fire safety, security and electrical compliance, ideally with project / installation work alongside maintenance and PPM. Required: Demonstrable experience managing a multi-client portfolio preferably including G15 / housing association clients, commercial property / managing-agent clients and contractor / B2B clients with personal accountability for account retention and growth. Required: Strong commercial acumen with a track record of P&L ownership on portfolios of c. £5m+ annual turnover, including monthly forecasting, GP% management, WIP and overhead control. Required: Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams of 20+ (Contract Managers, Supervisors, Administrators, Engineers), with evidence of people development, performance management and retention. Preferred: Working knowledge of SFG20, BS 7671, BS 5839, BS 5266, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, CDM 2015 and the Building Safety Act 2022 regime for higher-risk residential buildings. Preferred: SMSTS and IOSH Managing Safely (or NEBOSH General / Construction Certificate); working knowledge of CDM 2015 Principal Contractor duties. Preferred: Established personal network across London and Southeast housing associations. Preferred: Experience mobilising new contracts and managing sub-contractors under back-to-back agreements. Key Performance Indicators/Accountabilities Portfolio KPI / SLA compliance meet or exceed each client s contractual response, completion and certificate-turnaround targets every month; no rolling-quarter breach of any priority-client SLA. Client retention & satisfaction 100% retention of the L&Q and NHG accounts and meet or exceed agreed client-satisfaction targets across the priority and long-tail portfolio. Rest of Business P&L deliver revenue and gross margin within 2% of agreed annual budget; achieve target GP% by client and by work stream; protect WIP-to-cash conversion within agreed days. Account growth grow priority-client revenue (L&Q + NHG) year-on-year in line with the business plan; deliver a defined number of new wins / extensions from the long-tail portfolio each year. Statutory & H&S compliance zero RIDDOR-reportable incidents across the portfolio, 100% pass rate on internal and client compliance audits, and 100% of statutory certificates issued in PDF within agreed contractual SLAs. Legislative & regulatory compliance ensure full compliance with all applicable statutory obligations, including Electrical Safety Standards Regulations, Building Safety requirements, Awaab s Law obligations and client-mandated compliance procedures. Project / installation delivery 95%+ of project works completed on time, on budget and with zero defects at handover. Team performance & retention voluntary attrition in the Rest of Business team below 12% per annum; 100% of operatives holding valid DBS, scope-appropriate accreditations and current competency records and efficient 1:1 s, Performance Review skills. What We Offer At Fixatex, we believe great work deserves great rewards. You can expect: Competitive salary based on experience Private healthcare contribution and life assurance Discretionary bonus Car allowance 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Supportive sick pay and wellbeing policies Ongoing training and development in our purpose-built training centre A genuine team environment where everyone s input matters A supportive workplace that recognises the need for flexibility Regular team events and celebrations £1000 employee referral scheme Our Values We re proud of the culture we ve built and are looking for people who live by our values: Care like it s family Ownership at every level One team with integrity Keep raising the bar We are committed to ensuring our recruitment practices promote equal opportunities, embrace diversity, and prevent discrimination. Candidates are assessed fairly and consistently against the skills, experience, and competencies required for each role, ensuring that all appointments are made on merit. Beyond recruitment, we maintain an ongoing commitment to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive working environment for all. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels respected and supported, can contribute fully, and is encouraged to reach their full potential.
17/06/2026
Full time
Who We Are Fixatex Ltd is a family-run electrical services provider built on trust, teamwork, and technical excellence. Established in 2000, we have proudly supported clients across London and the Southeast for over two decades. Operating from our head office, warehouse, and purpose-built training centre in Hertford, we deliver high-quality electrical services while continuously developing and supporting our people. The Role The Head of Operations holds end-to-end operational, commercial, technical and compliance accountability for all Fixatex s contracts outside one significantly sized client approximately £5m £10m of annual revenue spread across multiple clients, work streams and project types. The portfolio is anchored by two priority G15 housing association clients L&Q (London & Quadrant) and NHG (Notting Hill Genesis) and is complemented by a long tail of ad-hoc and standing accounts in social housing, property management and building-contractor markets. Scope spans all four Fixatex disciplines: fire safety equipment, security, electrical maintenance, compliance and small project / installation works. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer as the direct peer to the Head of Operations Peabody Housing Trust, the post-holder leads a multi-disciplinary department 5 Contract Managers (typically aligned by work stream, with account responsibility for the priority clients) and their respective Supervisors, Administrators and Engineers and is accountable for KPI performance, statutory compliance, P&L delivery and client retention across the portfolio. Responsibilities Own end-to-end operational, commercial and compliance delivery of Fixatex s Rest of Business portfolio (c. £5m £10m p.a.) across all four work streams: fire safety equipment, security, electrical compliance and small project / installation works. Act as Fixatex s senior point of contact for the two key clients, L&Q (London & Quadrant) and NHG (Notting Hill Genesis), with personal accountability for the client relationship, account growth, satisfaction and contract retention. Lead, coach and develop a department 5 Contract Managers (each predominantly aligned to a work stream, with account responsibility for the priority clients) and their respective Supervisors, Administrators and Engineers. Manage the long tail of smaller ad-hoc and standing accounts (property managers, building contractors and smaller housing providers), ensuring responsiveness, profitability and a consistent quality of service across the portfolio. Direct line and people management of Contract Managers, Qualified Supervisors, Administrators, Site Supervisors, Engineers and Improvers. Following the People Manager guide to ensure that you build ahigh-performance team, create an accountable and values driven culture, and nurture the growth and development of team members. Own the Rest of Business P&L with support from the Finance Function, including annual budget setting, monthly forecasting, work-in-progress, WIP-to-cash conversion, GP% by client and by work stream, sub-contractor spend and overhead control. Direct the planning and scheduling of PPM programmes, reactive works and project / installation programmes across all four disciplines, balancing capacity, skills mix and client priorities. Ensure 100% statutory compliance across the portfolio against the applicable standards and regulations, including company policies and procedures. Discharge supplier-side Principal Contractor duties under CDM 2015 for all Fixatex-led and sub-contracted activity in the portfolio, including Project / Construction Phase Plans for installation works, RAMS sign-off and RIDDOR reporting within one Working Day. Govern any sub-contractors used to flex capacity pre-qualification, back-to-back contracting that flows down client obligations, monthly performance reviews and audit of sub-contracted activity, where authorised by company Directors. Drive project / installation work governance tender review, scope and price assurance, programme management, change-control, snagging and final-account close-out. Lead the new-business and renewal cycle across the portfolio, working with Business Development on bid input, pricing and mobilisation of new contracts. Provide monthly portfolio reporting to the COO, including KPI / SLA performance by client, P&L vs budget, pipeline, risks and remedial actions. Work as the direct peer to the Head of Operations Peabody Housing Trust, sharing best practice, resource and out-of-hours cover where commercially appropriate, and ensuring a consistent Fixatex operating model across the whole business. Qualifications Required: Proven, multi-disciplinary contract management experience covering fire safety, security and electrical compliance, ideally with project / installation work alongside maintenance and PPM. Required: Demonstrable experience managing a multi-client portfolio preferably including G15 / housing association clients, commercial property / managing-agent clients and contractor / B2B clients with personal accountability for account retention and growth. Required: Strong commercial acumen with a track record of P&L ownership on portfolios of c. £5m+ annual turnover, including monthly forecasting, GP% management, WIP and overhead control. Required: Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams of 20+ (Contract Managers, Supervisors, Administrators, Engineers), with evidence of people development, performance management and retention. Preferred: Working knowledge of SFG20, BS 7671, BS 5839, BS 5266, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, CDM 2015 and the Building Safety Act 2022 regime for higher-risk residential buildings. Preferred: SMSTS and IOSH Managing Safely (or NEBOSH General / Construction Certificate); working knowledge of CDM 2015 Principal Contractor duties. Preferred: Established personal network across London and Southeast housing associations. Preferred: Experience mobilising new contracts and managing sub-contractors under back-to-back agreements. Key Performance Indicators/Accountabilities Portfolio KPI / SLA compliance meet or exceed each client s contractual response, completion and certificate-turnaround targets every month; no rolling-quarter breach of any priority-client SLA. Client retention & satisfaction 100% retention of the L&Q and NHG accounts and meet or exceed agreed client-satisfaction targets across the priority and long-tail portfolio. Rest of Business P&L deliver revenue and gross margin within 2% of agreed annual budget; achieve target GP% by client and by work stream; protect WIP-to-cash conversion within agreed days. Account growth grow priority-client revenue (L&Q + NHG) year-on-year in line with the business plan; deliver a defined number of new wins / extensions from the long-tail portfolio each year. Statutory & H&S compliance zero RIDDOR-reportable incidents across the portfolio, 100% pass rate on internal and client compliance audits, and 100% of statutory certificates issued in PDF within agreed contractual SLAs. Legislative & regulatory compliance ensure full compliance with all applicable statutory obligations, including Electrical Safety Standards Regulations, Building Safety requirements, Awaab s Law obligations and client-mandated compliance procedures. Project / installation delivery 95%+ of project works completed on time, on budget and with zero defects at handover. Team performance & retention voluntary attrition in the Rest of Business team below 12% per annum; 100% of operatives holding valid DBS, scope-appropriate accreditations and current competency records and efficient 1:1 s, Performance Review skills. What We Offer At Fixatex, we believe great work deserves great rewards. You can expect: Competitive salary based on experience Private healthcare contribution and life assurance Discretionary bonus Car allowance 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Supportive sick pay and wellbeing policies Ongoing training and development in our purpose-built training centre A genuine team environment where everyone s input matters A supportive workplace that recognises the need for flexibility Regular team events and celebrations £1000 employee referral scheme Our Values We re proud of the culture we ve built and are looking for people who live by our values: Care like it s family Ownership at every level One team with integrity Keep raising the bar We are committed to ensuring our recruitment practices promote equal opportunities, embrace diversity, and prevent discrimination. Candidates are assessed fairly and consistently against the skills, experience, and competencies required for each role, ensuring that all appointments are made on merit. Beyond recruitment, we maintain an ongoing commitment to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive working environment for all. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels respected and supported, can contribute fully, and is encouraged to reach their full potential.
