Building Safety Manager

Building Safety Manager - Croydon Council

Adecco Public Sector is proud to be working with Croydon Council as they seek to recruit a number of permanent roles into their Housing Directorate.

Croydon Council has made major strides in transforming its housing services, investing over £30 million in home upgrades, launching a new repairs contact centre, and completing stock condition surveys on 70% of homes. With a £166 million regeneration of Regina Road underway and a strong focus on safety, customer care, and resident-led change, Croydon is committed to delivering high-quality homes and services as part of its Future Croydon #removed# programme.

As Building Safety Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and compliance of Croydon's housing stock. Reporting to the Senior Fire and Building Safety Manager, you will manage and deliver projects across the Building Safety Programme, including planning, mobilisation, implementation, and delivery. You will oversee survey programmes, remediation works, and ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act and Fire Safety Act.

This role involves working across multiple asset management work streams, liaising with internal teams and external stakeholders, and ensuring projects are delivered within financial, quality, and time constraints. You will also provide technical advice, monitor compliance, and contribute to continuous safety improvements across the council's housing portfolio.

• Strong knowledge of Building Safety legislation (Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act, Duty of Care).
• Proven experience managing projects and programmes within housing or asset management.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and risk management skills.
• Ability to influence, negotiate, and build effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Experience working within a large, multi-functional organisation and managing costs within budget.
• Familiarity with project delivery methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).

• Hold or be working towards a project management qualification (APM, PRINCE2).
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development.
• Knowledge of health and safety compliance and building regulations.

• Up to 30 days annual leave (depending on service).
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Access to health and wellness initiatives.
• Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).

For further information or to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact our recruitment partners at Adecco:
Sam Duggan - (url removed)

Or apply online today by submitting your CV and covering letter.

Closing date: 11th January 2026
Technical Assessments: 12th January 2026
Interviews: 19th and 26th January 2026

Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are happy to consider flexible working arrangements and guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.