Technical Compliance Officer Fire Safety

The Technical Compliance Officer Fire Safety is responsible for supporting the delivery monitoring and continuous improvement of fire safety compliance across the Councils property portfolio. The role ensures that fire safety remediation works compliance activities and corrective actions arising from fire risk assessments are effectively managed in accordance with legislation regulatory requirements and best practice standards.

The postholder will work collaboratively with colleagues contractors consultants and stakeholders to promote a strong culture of fire safety support compliance assurance frameworks and contribute to maintaining safe environments across the Councils managed estate.

• Support the delivery of fire safety remediation works across the Councils property portfolio.
  
• Assist in ensuring compliance with fire safety legislation Building Regulations and best practice guidance.
  
• Review and support actions arising from fire risk assessments ensuring corrective measures are implemented effectively and within required timescales.
  
• Assist in benchmarking and monitoring fire safety standards across the estate to support continuous improvement.
  
• Contribute to the development implementation and monitoring of fire safety compliance frameworks and procedures.
  
• Procure coordinate and organise packages of work relating to fire safety defects and remedial actions.
  
• Liaise with contractors consultants and stakeholders to ensure works are delivered efficiently safely and in line with Council procedures.
  
• Monitor progress and quality of works to ensure compliance with technical standards and contractual requirements.
  
• Escalate significant risks defects or compliance concerns appropriately.
  
• Maintain accurate records documentation and compliance data relating to fire safety works and inspections.
  
• Support audit and assurance processes through effective record management and reporting.
  
• Assist in preparing technical reports compliance updates and performance information where required.
  
• Ensure all documentation supports statutory compliance and inspection requirements.
  
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Property Services Group contractors and external agencies to promote fire safety awareness and compliance.
  
• Support the Senior Building Surveyor (Fire Safety) and Technical Compliance Team Leader in delivering fire safety objectives across the Council estate.
  
• Promote a customer-focused approach and maintain positive working relationships with service users and stakeholders.
  
• Contribute to fostering a culture of safety vigilance and continuous improvement throughout the organisation.
  
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies procedures and safe systems of work.
  
• Promote safeguarding responsibilities and support the Councils commitment to protecting vulnerable people.
  
• Support equality diversity inclusion and the Councils organisational values in all aspects of work.
  
• Undertake relevant training and continuous professional development relating to fire safety and compliance responsibilities.
  

• Experience working within fire safety compliance building compliance property maintenance or a related technical environment.
  
• Knowledge of fire safety legislation Building Regulations and statutory compliance requirements relating to property management.
  
• Experience supporting remediation works contractor management or compliance-related projects.
  
• Understanding of fire risk assessments and associated corrective actions.
  
• Experience maintaining accurate technical records and compliance documentation.
  
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with attention to detail.
  
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate work programmes effectively.
  
• Good communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  
• Ability to interpret technical information and apply compliance requirements appropriately.
  
• Problem-solving skills with a proactive and collaborative approach.
  
• Competent IT skills and experience using compliance or property management systems.
  
• Relevant qualification in Building Surveying Construction Fire Safety Compliance Property Management or a related discipline is desirable.
  
• Fire safety or compliance-related training/certification is desirable.
  
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the role is advantageous.
  
• Ability to travel across the Councils property portfolio as required.
  
• Commitment to safeguarding equality diversity and excellent public service delivery.
  
• Willingness to undertake occasional evening weekend or out-of-hours work where required.
  
• Ability to provide a suitable vehicle for business use in accordance with Council requirements.
  

• Hours per week: 37 hours per week
  
• Location: Guildhall / Hybrid Working (including home working)
  
• Payment: Bi-weekly payments