Building Safety Manager

About The Role

Working Hours: 35 Hours per week

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Additional Payments: Casual Car User

Closing Date: 30 April 2025

Interview Method: In Person (Face to Face)

This role is subject to -

Qualification: You will have a Building Safety and/or Fire Safety related qualification (e.g. C08 Fire Risk Management in Residential Properties) or demonstrable skills, knowledge and experience within the building safety or building management environment.

Casual Car Documentation: The successful candidate will be a designated Casual Car User which means that car journeys may be necessary on an occasional basis, but are not essential to the role. If you do drive, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work, as well as provide all the appropriate documentation. You will receive an allowance per mile of business use.

This role will work within the Assets and Repairs team in Housing Services, responsible for overseeing the building safety function for our council homes. This role is vital in developing the Manchester City Council's HRA building safety service, working in partnership with the political and senior executive, partners, contractors, and residents.

Please see the attached Role Profile for further information.

About the Candidate

You will be suitably qualified with knowledge and experience of leading high-quality Building Safety services in a multi-site complex environment. You will have a proven track record of achieving and sustaining Building Safety compliance in the post Grenfell era, possessing excellent knowledge and proven record of application of current statutory, regulatory, and best practice building safety requirements.

You will have experience of producing Building Safety Cases and Building Safety Case reports and maintaining the Property Digital Record, as well as an understanding of working with in-house direct labour organisations.

This role will be required to be on standby as part of the Housing Services out of hours rota, currently for one week in every quarter.

What you can expect from us

• A 35-hour working week
• Up to 30 days paid leave plus bank holidays
• The ability to purchase up to an additional 10 days leave
• Flexitime scheme which permits accrued hours to be taken as additional "flexi-leave" days
• A pragmatic approach to home-working
• Up to 3 days paid volunteering leave for rewarding work opportunities within the community
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions into a defined benefit pension. The scheme includes life cover and the option to build additional voluntary contributions via salary sacrifice arrangements
• Enhanced family leave options
• Career development and support through our Learning Hub and our fantastic 'm people' redeployment and career development offer
• A host of health and well-being benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, gym discounts, free flu jabs, eye tests and a Cycle to Work Scheme
• A diverse and inclusive culture where targeted action is in place to make sure our team mirrors the diversity of our community
• A working culture aligned to Our Manchester Behaviours; We take time to listen and understand, We work together and trust each other, We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly, We 'own it' and we're not afraid to try new things, We're proud and passionate about Manchester
• Access to a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

About Us

We're the local council for one of the UK's most vibrant and diverse cities. Working for Manchester isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it's strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you'll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.

Benefits we offer

• Generous holiday allowance: Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks.
• A buzzing pension: You'll be enrolled in the UK's largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum.
• Enhanced parental and carers leave: Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events.
• Brilliant perks: Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.
• Learn and grow: We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process.
• A Good Employment Charter member: We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognize three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life.
• Up to 3 days volunteering leave: Give back to the community with three days pro-rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits.

Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council

At Manchester City Council, we're dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.

Support During the Process

• Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview.
• Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the "Accessibility tools" button at the top of our careers page . This tool offers features like text-to-speech, translation into multiple languages, and adjustable text size and colour to make our site more accessible for everyone.

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme

We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:

• Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans
• Current or former care leavers
• Have a disability or long-term condition

When You Join Us

We're a Disability Confident Employer, offering:

• A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.
• Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice.
• A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability-friendly.

For more information about the role or any adjustments, email .

What we will need from you if you're successful

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship.

Pre-Employment Checks

If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you've applied for. As a guide, these checks may include:

• Proof of Right to Work: You'll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK. Please note, visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this role.
• References: We'll require references from your current and previous employer(s).
• Proof of Qualifications: Evidence of qualifications relevant to the role will be required.
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: A criminal record check may be necessary, depending on the role.
• Proof of Manchester Residency: For some roles, you may need to demonstrate that you reside within the boundaries of Manchester City Council.
• Police Vetting: Some roles may require police vetting to ensure suitability for accessing sensitive law enforcement systems or information.
• Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) Clearance: BPSS clearance is primarily used for roles that involve access to government data, systems, or assets . click apply for full job details