Client Details
This opportunity sits within a large, resident-focused housing organisation responsible for managing and maintaining a significant residential portfolio across the South of England. The organisation is committed to ensuring homes are safe, compliant, and maintained to the highest possible standards, with a strong focus on resident wellbeing, building safety, and service excellence.
As part of its dedicated Fire Safety and Building Compliance function, the organisation is seeking an experienced Fire Safety Surveyor to oversee fire risk assessment actions, inspect fire safety works, and ensure compliance across a varied housing portfolio. The role is key in protecting residents, maintaining statutory compliance, and supporting the delivery of high-quality fire safety remedial programmes.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and technically focused team environment, working closely with Contract Managers, contractors, compliance teams, and operational colleagues to deliver critical fire safety works across Brighton, Portsmouth, Hampshire, Sussex, Surrey, and the Isle of Wight.
The organisation places a strong emphasis on staff retention, internal progression, and professional development, offering clear pathways into Contract Management and wider Building Safety functions for ambitious individuals looking to progress their career.
Description
Oversee fire risk assessment actions and remedial works across a large residential housing portfolio
Ensure all fire safety works are completed within prescribed timescales and in line with statutory and regulatory requirements
Carry out pre-inspections, post-inspections, and quality control checks on fire safety related works
Analyse and assess fire safety defects and deficiencies, preparing remedial proposals and specifications for works
Monitor contractor performance and workmanship to ensure compliance with specifications, programmes, and quality standards
Undertake health and safety spot checks to ensure contractors are operating safely and in accordance with risk assessments and method statements
Ensure compliance with the Regulatory Reform Fire Safety Order 2005, building regulations, and relevant fire safety legislation
Prepare detailed specifications and scopes of work for both SOR and non-SOR contracts
Inspect works in progress and identify defects, non-compliance issues, and areas requiring corrective action
Work closely with the Contract Manager and wider Fire Safety team to support effective programme delivery
Maintain accurate records of inspections, compliance observations, contractor performance, and remedial actions
Provide a high standard of service to residents, leaseholders, managing agents, and internal stakeholders throughout the works process
Support the organisation's wider Building Safety objectives and contribute to continuous service improvement
Travel across Brighton, Portsmouth, Hampshire, Sussex, Surrey, and the Isle of Wight to carry out inspections and site visits
Attend monthly team meetings at the London office and collaborate with the wider compliance and operational teams
Work within a hybrid structure consisting of site inspections, office attendance, and home working
Contribute to maintaining high standards of resident safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction across all propertiesProfile
Proven experience working as a Fire Safety Surveyor, Building Surveyor, or Compliance Surveyor within a housing maintenance or property environment
Experience carrying out pre-inspections, post-inspections, and quality inspections on fire safety or building safety works
Fire safety qualification such as NEBOSH Fire or equivalent
Strong working knowledge of the Regulatory Reform Fire Safety Order 2005
Experience managing contractors across SOR and non-SOR contracts
Ability to produce detailed specifications and remedial schedules of work
Strong understanding of building construction methods, fire-related defects, materials, and compliance requirements
Good knowledge of current building regulations, codes of practice, and health and safety legislation
Experience monitoring contractor compliance and managing quality assurance processes on-site
Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with residents, contractors, and internal stakeholders
Highly organised with the ability to manage inspections and prioritise workload effectively across a regional patch
Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle
Membership of RICS, CIOB, IFE, or a similar professional body is desirable but not essentialJob Offer
Competitive salary of £50,000 - £56,260 dependent on experience plus additional allowance
Hybrid working structure with a mix of home, office, and site-based working
Opportunity to work across a varied and high-profile residential housing portfolio
Strong focus on internal progression, development, and long-term staff retention
Clear pathways into Contract Management and wider Building Safety functions
Collaborative team environment within a well-established Fire Safety and Compliance team
Exposure to complex fire safety and compliance projects across multiple regions
Stable and structured organisation with strong operational support systems
Opportunity to directly influence resident safety, compliance standards, and service delivery outcomes
Work within a resident-focused organisation committed to maintaining safe, secure, and affordable homes across the region
Salary description
£50000.00 - £56000.00 per year