Head of Fire Safety & Asbestos

Reed Specialist Recruitment

Head of Fire Safety & Asbestos

Salary: 77k – 89,544k

Location: East Midlands or London.

Job Type: Permanent

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a prominent housing provider for a dedicated and experienced individual to join as the Head of Fire Safety & Asbestos. This pivotal role focuses on ensuring safety and compliance across all operations, with a specific emphasis on fire safety and asbestos management.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Oversee and manage the internal Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) and remedial processes.
• Ensure full compliance with all relevant statutory, regulatory, and corporate requirements related to fire safety and asbestos.
• Monitor and challenge the performance of contractors to ensure high standards and prompt responses in maintenance and repairs.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive fire safety strategy, including a replacement program for capital renewals.
• Manage budgets effectively, ensuring value for money and that all works are completed to the required quality.
• Coordinate with technical professionals and consultants to make informed commercial decisions regarding out-of-scope works.
• Regular site visits to proactively and reactively address issues.
• Lead on the procurement and commercial evaluation of contracts.
• Review and update terms and conditions of leases and tenancy agreements to ensure uniformity in management repair liability and charging processes.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a leadership role within fire safety and asbestos management.
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation and best practices in fire safety and asbestos management.
• Excellent managerial skills, with the ability to oversee multiple projects and ensure compliance.
• Strong budget management and commercial decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work effectively with various stakeholders, including contractors, consultants, and internal teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

How to apply:

If you are interested in this Head of Fire Safety & Asbestos position, please click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Ensure to include details of your relevant experience and qualifications that make you the ideal candidate for this role.