Job Title: Building Safety Coordinator

Summary

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.
  

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.
  

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
  

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
  
• Pay on a bi-weekly schedule