MMP Consultancy currently have an opportunity for a Senior Compliance Officer (Fire) to join a local authority based in Godalming, Surrey.

My client are offering a salary range of £45,573 - £48,836p/a + Benefits.

Working location- Onsite/Office some Hybrid.

Purpose Of The Role:

The Housing Services authoritive person for all aspects of fire safety and prevention.
Identify and document both current and potential strategic and operational fire risks, continually review, fire strategy, policy and processes to reduce, or eliminate these risks
Plan and manage project works that arise from Fire Risk Assessments including fire door replacements programmes and compartmental projects both in Senior Living Schemes, communal areas and general housing stock
Manage the Compliance Officer (Fire) Supporting them to lead on the FRA's, Fire Door Inspections and communal fire safety works and complete actions as required.Main Duties:

Manage the delivery of fire safety works on time, within budget and to high quality standards.
To be responsible for all aspects of contract management and administration including day to day oversight of work in progress, building robust relationships with our contractors and consultants to deliver high-quality cost-effective works
Work with specialist consultants and contractors to provide detailed fire related specifications of work in order to deliver work packages of remedial and investment schemes
Provide professional technical support and expertise on fire risk and safety, not only to colleagues in Property Services, but the wider Housing and Council services
Provide guidance, support and when relevant complete fire safety checks and measures for the senior living and communal living schemes
Liaise with professional bodies and stakeholders such as the Fire Service or Building control to ensure adherence to all regulations and legislation is current.
Offer support and advice to our residents and leaseholders on fire safety or assist in the resolution of complex issues.
Design and deliver in house training for staff, contractors and consultants on fire safety in order to support the delivery of an improved fire safety culture.
Undertake procurement required in line with the Council's Contract Procurement Rules and Financial Regulations.
Produce regular management information reports and KPI data to inform on performance and identify areas for service improvement.
Ensure that all compliance records and management systems are current and updated, ensuring adherence with data protection and GDPR requirements.
Liaise closely with Service Improvement Data Officer and Housing Assets to ensure information is provided to central Asset Management Systems and compliance Software where applicable
Attend meetings to represent the Council as required.Contract Management

Lead on all contract management duties including monitoring budgets against spend, performance management, contract delivery and progression to ensure best value for money and quality works.
Manage associated specialist consultants and external contract administration to ensure quality audit, sign off and certification
Chair operational and strategic group meetings for all owned contracts.
Monitor contractual terms and conditions for contracts and projects, working with contractors to resolve issues or escalating to Compliance Manager as necessary.
Provide subject matter lead on legislation, ensuring updates or changes are reflected in the Council's policies and procedures in a timely mannerAreas of Accountability:

Ensure policies, procedures and management plans are regularly reviewed and updated to ensure meet best practice and regulation/legislation.
Produce remedial works actions plans to manage and mitigate risks highlighted in Fire Risk Assessments
Manage the delivery of schemes of work to ensure that the are within budget, on time and of a high quality standard * Undertake contract administration and contract management
Provide technical expertise advice and assurance in the area of fire safetyTitle: Senior Compliance Officer (Fire)

Salary: £45,573 - £48,836p/a + Benefits.

Location: Godalming, Surrey