Overview

Are you ready to step into a role where you can directly shape fire and building safety for residents and communities?

Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) is proud to be working exclusively on this opportunity, partnering with a leading housing provider to appoint their new Fire Safety Manager.

About the Organisation

This housing provider manages over 12,000 homes across Kent, Surrey and the South East. The organisation operates independently while being part of a wider, well-respected housing group, giving you the benefits of both local focus and group-wide support.

With a portfolio of mainly low/medium-rise homes and only five high-rise buildings, you\u2019ll find the scale manageable while offering the scope to deliver best practice and achieve strong resident-focused outcomes.

About the Role

This newly evolved position sits within a supportive Compliance function and leads a small team of three. You\u2019ll take the lead on fire safety compliance (c.75% of the role) while also supporting building safety case management and delivering a resident-focused approach to building safety (remaining c.25%).

Location

You can be based from either their Tunbridge Wells or Epsom offices (Hybrid - c.2 days office, 3 days home, plus occasional site travel across Kent, Surrey and Sussex)

What We\u2019re Looking For

We\u2019re seeking an approachable and engaging fire and building safety professional who can bring both technical knowledge and leadership confidence.

• NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate or equivalent (Essential)
• Strong knowledge of fire safety legislation and the Building Safety Act (Essential)
• Experience overseeing fire risk assessments, remedial actions and managing contractors to deliver compliance (Essential)
• Ability to lead and develop a small team (Essential)
• Level 6 Diploma in Building Safety Management (or willingness to work towards) (Desirable - full support and funding for this qualification provided following probation, if not currently held)
• Background in Social Housing, Residential Property, or similar environments (e.g. Student Accommodation, Care, Local Authority) (Essential)

What\u2019s on Offer

• Basic salary of circa. \u00a358,000
• 35 hour working week with hybrid working (2 days a week in the office / 3 days remote)
• Flexible working hours to support work life balance
• Exceptional annual leave entitlement of 30 days plus bank holidays
• An additional 2 paid days a year for volunteering leave
• Leading pension scheme with up to 10% matched contributions
• Life assurance, dental cover, eye care scheme, staff wellbeing programme
• Regular staff social events
• Professional Development - Support and funding provided towards the Level 6 Building Safety Diploma if not currently held and ongoing training and CPD
• A genuinely supportive, “no blame” environment and culture with approachable leadership, strong values and a clear focus on making a real difference for residents

Why Join?

This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference while working within a flexible and supportive environment. You\u2019ll be part of a team that values collaboration, champions professional development and is committed to strengthening fire and building safety across the organisation.

Whether you\u2019re looking to take the next step in your fire or building safety career, or you\u2019re an experienced manager seeking a role with stability and balance, this position offers the scope to grow while making a meaningful impact.

Apply now through Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) - Global Recruitment Experts in Health, Safety and Sustainability