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Job Title: Building Safety Coordinator
Contract Duration: 3-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Driving Requirement: Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle is essential
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Summary
The Building Safety Coordinator is crucial in ensuring the safety, compliance, and effective management of high-rise residential buildings within the Council’s housing stock. This role involves supporting inspection programs, maintaining compliance with legislation such as the Building Safety Act, and ensuring accurate documentation of Person-Centred Fire Risk Assessments (PCFRAs). The coordinator will work both independently and collaboratively within the community, engaging with residents to ensure safety-related information is effectively captured, communicated, and maintained to support safe living environments.
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Responsibilities
Regulatory Compliance
- Support compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation, including the Building Safety Act and fire safety regulations.
- Ensure council policies and procedures are followed across all high-rise residential sites.
Risk Assessments & Inspections
- Conduct regular inspections of communal areas in high-rise buildings to identify hazards and risks.
- Report findings and escalate required remedial actions to relevant teams.
- Assist in maintaining a robust and proactive building safety inspection regime.
Documentation & Record Management
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of Person-Centred Fire Risk Assessments (PCFRAs).
- Ensure all safety documentation is properly stored, accessible, and compliant with audit and governance requirements.
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Work closely with housing teams, maintenance services, fire safety teams, and external contractors.
- Coordinate safety-related activities and support the delivery of remedial works.
Resident Engagement & Communication
- Act as a key point of contact for residents regarding building safety concerns.
- Engage with residents to gather and update information required for PCFRAs.
- Provide clear guidance to residents on safety measures and procedures.
Administrative Support
- Provide administrative support to the Building & Fire Safety Team, including data entry, reporting, and correspondence.
- Assist in monitoring safety performance and maintaining compliance records.
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Requirements
Requirements:
Experience Required
- Experience working within housing, building safety, compliance, or a related field.
- Experience conducting inspections or supporting health and safety compliance processes.
- Experience working in a customer-facing or community-based environment.
- Experience maintaining accurate records and managing documentation.
- Experience working with multiple stakeholders, including residents and contractors.
Qualifications & Skills
Qualifications
- Relevant qualification in housing, health & safety, building safety, or property services (desirable).
- Fire safety or compliance-related training (desirable).
Skills & Knowledge
- Good understanding of health and safety and building safety legislation (e.g., Building Safety Act, fire safety regulations).
- Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to engage effectively with residents and stakeholders.
- Competent IT skills, including use of data systems and record management tools.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
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Key Competencies
- Customer-focused and empathetic approach
- Strong attention to detail and compliance
- Effective problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage workload and prioritise effectively
- Collaborative and proactive mindset
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Additional Requirements
- Ability to work across multiple high-rise sites within the community
- Flexible approach to work in line with service demands
- Commitment to maintaining high safety and compliance standards
Additional information
- Pay on a bi-weekly schedule
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