We are excited to present an outstanding opportunity for Fire and Building Safety Managers to join our dynamic Building Safety Team in Calderdale. This crucial role is at the forefront of the new Building Safety framework, where you will collaborate closely with regulatory bodies, colleagues, and contractors to ensure every building safety task, remedial action, and compliance requirement is expertly handled and meticulously recorded. You will lead the registration of all buildings within scope with the Building Safety Regulator and secure essential Building Assurance Certificates. Additionally, you will develop, implement, and oversee a comprehensive Resident Engagement Strategy. As the key point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders, you will champion the safety and quality of our buildings, communal spaces, and residents' homes, maintaining the utmost standards.
About Together Housing Group
We are one of the largest housing associations in the North of England, managing over 38,000 homes across the North of England. We are a non‑profit organisation, meaning any money we make is invested back into the company for the benefit of our residents and local communities.
Diversity & Inclusion
As an organisation we are committed to having a Diverse and Inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from candidates with any of the nine protected characteristics. We are also a Disability Confident employer.
Outline of Key Responsibilities
- Develop and manage the content of the Building Information Model (BIM)
- Establish clear IT requirements to enable a 360° view of each building safety case across existing systems
- Develop and maintain complete and compliant Building Safety Cases/Reports for each high‑risk block
- Ensure the Golden Thread of information is clearly identifiable, demonstrable and easily accessible
- Register all relevant buildings with the Building Safety Regulator and obtain and maintain Building Assurance Certificates
- Deliver day‑to‑day functions on behalf of the Accountable Person for buildings within the scope of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
- Develop, review and deliver fire safety strategies and maintain Fire Management Plans
- Audit and approve Fire Risk Assessments and coordinate PCFRAs and residential PEEPs (rPEEPs)
- Coordinate, monitor and ensure completion of remedial works to meet statutory requirements
- Investigate, report and manage fire incidents in high‑risk blocks
- Establish and operate a Mandatory Occurrence Reporting regime
- Proactively engage and consult with residents, implementing and monitoring a mandated Resident Engagement Strategy
- Develop positive working relationships with the Building Safety Regulator, Fire and Rescue Services, Local Authority Building Control and internal teams
- Support audits, formal reviews and inspections, escalating risk where appropriate
- Collaborate with partners to implement best practices in building safety and provide guidance to resident groups and the Building Safety Team
- Uphold Health and Safety requirements and promote equality, diversity and inclusion
Key Qualifications
- Strong, extensive and proven experience within a similar Building Safety or Fire Safety role
- Training and accreditations in a building engineering, construction or property compliance discipline
- Strong knowledge of housing management data systems, proficient in MS Office (especially Excel), with excellent analytical and report‑writing abilities
- Experience in change management and service improvement
- Strong knowledge and application of governance and risk management principles in relation to building and resident safety
- Knowledge of CDM 2015, Approved Document B, the Fire Safety Act 2021, Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Regulations (England) 2022, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and BS 9792:2025 Fire Risk Assessment Code of Practice
- Level 6 Diploma in Building Safety Management (completed or to be completed within three months) or an equivalent Level 6 building or construction qualification; NEBOSH Fire Safety (or equivalent)
- Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) or a similar professional body
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Benefits
- Starting salary of £60,240 per annum
- 27 days holiday (rising to 32 over five years' service) + bank holidays
- Hybrid working – two days in the office, remaining days on‑site or working remotely from home
- 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday (occasional evening or weekend working depending on business needs); flexible arrangements in line with our Smart Working culture
- Full range of award‑winning benefits available – see Employer Benefits Link
We are excited to present an outstanding opportunity for Fire and Building Safety Managers to join our dynamic Building Safety Team in Calderdale. This crucial role is at the forefront of the new Building Safety framework, where you will collaborate closely with regulatory bodies, colleagues, and contractors to ensure every building safety task, remedial action, and compliance requirement is expertly handled and meticulously recorded. You will lead the registration of all buildings within scope with the Building Safety Regulator and secure essential Building Assurance Certificates. Additionally, you will develop, implement, and oversee a comprehensive Resident Engagement Strategy. As the key point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders, you will champion the safety and quality of our buildings, communal spaces, and residents’ homes, maintaining the utmost standards.
About Together Housing Group
We are one of the largest housing associations in the North of England, managing over 38,000 homes across the North of England. We are a non‑profit organisation, meaning any money we make is invested back into the company for the benefit of our residents and local communities.
Diversity & Inclusion
As an organisation we are committed to having a Diverse and Inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from candidates with any of the nine protected characteristics. We are also a Disability Confident employer.
Outline of Key Responsibilities
- Develop and manage the content of the Building Information Model (BIM)
- Establish clear IT requirements to enable a 360° view of each building safety case across existing systems
- Develop and maintain complete and compliant Building Safety Cases/Reports for each high‑risk block
- Ensure the Golden Thread of information is clearly identifiable, demonstrable and easily accessible
- Register all relevant buildings with the Building Safety Regulator and obtain and maintain Building Assurance Certificates
- Deliver day‑to‑day functions on behalf of the Accountable Person for buildings within the scope of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
- Develop, review and deliver fire safety strategies and maintain Fire Management Plans
- Audit and approve Fire Risk Assessments and coordinate PCFRAs and residential PEEPs (rPEEPs)
- Coordinate, monitor and ensure completion of remedial works to meet statutory requirements
- Investigate, report and manage fire incidents in high‑risk blocks
- Establish and operate a Mandatory Occurrence Reporting regime
- Proactively engage and consult with residents, implementing and monitoring a mandated Resident Engagement Strategy
- Develop positive working relationships with the Building Safety Regulator, Fire and Rescue Services, Local Authority Building Control and internal teams
- Support audits, formal reviews and inspections, escalating risk where appropriate
- Collaborate with partners to implement best practices in building safety and provide guidance to resident groups and the Building Safety Team
- Uphold Health and Safety requirements and promote equality, diversity and inclusion
Key Qualifications
- Strong, extensive and proven experience within a similar Building Safety or Fire Safety role
- Training and accreditations in a building engineering, construction or property compliance discipline
- Strong knowledge of housing management data systems, proficient in MS Office (especially Excel), with excellent analytical and report‑writing abilities
- Experience in change management and service improvement
- Strong knowledge and application of governance and risk management principles in relation to building and resident safety
- Knowledge of CDM 2015, Approved Document B, the Fire Safety Act 2021, Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Regulations (England) 2022, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and BS 9792:2025 Fire Risk Assessment Code of Practice
- Level 6 Diploma in Building Safety Management (completed or to be completed within three months) or an equivalent Level 6 building or construction qualification; NEBOSH Fire Safety (or equivalent)
- Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) or a similar professional body
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Benefits
- Starting salary of £60,240 per annum
- 27 days holiday (rising to 32 over five years’ service) + bank holidays
- Hybrid working – two days in the office, remaining days on‑site or working remotely from home
- 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday (occasional evening or weekend working depending on business needs); flexible arrangements in line with our Smart Working culture
- Full range of award‑winning benefits available – see Employer Benefits Link
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