Housing Lead Compliance
On-going contract - Inside IR35
Taunton
About the role
Manage and lead the property compliance service across different sites.
Responsible for ensuring duties are carried out by the team in accordance with current Legislation, Government Policy, Regulatory Requirements, approved Codes of Practice, and guidance, and align with the Council's Corporate Plan, Business Plans and Service Plans. Failure to undertake statutory inspections could results in death, injury, structural damage, criminal proceedings, as well as reputational damage for Somerset Council.
Operational responsibility for all property related safety compliance within the Housing Directorate, addressing areas of non-compliance.
Technical expert to all aspects of property compliance, including fire safety, water safety (legionella), asbestos, gas safety, electrical safety, radon, lifts, and other property safety related matters, including ensuring 'Best Practice' is implemented in the delivery of the service.
Lead on procurement activities for all property related safety compliance and ensure all required contracts are in place in accordance with the Council's governance standards.
Ensure accurate records are kept for all property related safety compliance areas and appropriate reporting systems are in place.
Lead on internal and external audits for the service area and ensure approved recommendations are implemented effectively within agreed timescales.
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