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We are supporting a forward‑thinking council on the South Coast in recruiting a skilled Compliance Manager to lead statutory and regulatory compliance across the organisation’s “Big Six” building safety areas:

Fire Safety
Asbestos Management
Legionella / Water Hygiene
Gas Safety
Electrical Safety
Lifts and Lifting Equipment (LOLER)

This is a high‑impact position where you will provide strategic oversight, ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, and drive continuous improvement in safety management across the council’s housing and corporate property portfolios.

Your new role

Lead and oversee compliance programmes for all “Big Six” statutory areas.
Ensure the council meets all regulatory obligations, record‑keeping standards, and audit requirements.
Manage compliance contractors, consultants, and internal teams to achieve high‑quality outcomes.
Deliver accurate reporting, performance data, and risk assessments to senior leadership.
Drive policy development, process improvement, and organisational learning in compliance management.
Act as the council’s subject‑matter expert on property compliance and building safety.
Lead investigations and corrective actions where non‑compliance is identified.
Support budget planning and contract delivery within compliance areas.

What you'll need to succeed

Strong experience working within statutory compliance, housing compliance, corporate property, building safety, or a similar regulated environment.
In‑depth understanding of legislation relevant to the Big Six compliance areas (e.g., Fire Safety Order, Gas Safety Regulations, Control of Asbestos Regulations, Electricity at Work Regulations, ACOP L8/HTM guidance, LOLER).
Proven experience managing contractors, audits, and large‑scale compliance programmes.
Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
Strong analytical and reporting ability, including use of compliance systems and asset data.

Desirable qualifications are
NEBOSH General Certificate or NEBOSH Fire Certificate
BOHS P402 / P405 (Asbestos surveying/management)
Legionella Responsible Person / City & Guilds Legionella Qualifications
17th/18th Edition (Electrical) – advantageous for understanding compliance requirements
Gas Safe awareness training (for managerial oversight)
ILM Level 3/5 or similar leadership qualification
Project Management qualification such as PRINCE2 or APM
Membership of relevant professional bodies (e.g., IOSH, IFE, IWFM, BOHS)

What you'll get in return

You will be offered £300-£350 per day umbrella on a three-month rolling contract. Offering hybrid working of three days in office/site and two days from home. Working 7.2 hours a day Monday to Friday

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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