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Building Safety Officer

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Portsmouth City Council

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United Kingdom , Portsmouth

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Public Sector

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Not provided

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Salary:

47181.00 - 51356.00 GBP / Year
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Job Description:

We are looking for a Building Safety Officer to join our Building Services team. This is a full-time, permanent role based at the Civic Offices in Portsmouth, with hybrid working available. The role is office based at least 3 days per week and you will need to travel as required between PCC Assets in Portsmouth, Havant, Gosport, Fareham and Winchester. The Building Safety Team is responsible for cooperating with the Principal Accountable Person and Responsible Person's in relation to whole building safety and ensuring compliance with the requirements of the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021 and other legislation.

Job Responsibility:

  • Assist the Building Safety and Fire Manager regarding building safety including structural safety and fire safety on the Council's housing stock and commercial properties as well as the buildings that private sector housing regulate
  • To provide advice to other areas of the council on building safety including social housing, private sector housing and other directorates on both housing and commercial assets
  • Be able to engage with resident groups regarding building safety and investigate complaints
  • Be able to manage the Building Projects Database, ensuring consistency and quality of recording of information

Requirements:

  • Have a degree qualification in a relevant building surveying, fire safety or construction related subject and either hold or be working towards full IFE member status
  • Have a level 4 diploma in fire safety
  • Have or be willing to work towards a level 6 Diploma in Building Safety Management
  • Have good knowledge of building design, building construction technology and fire safety
  • Have demonstrable experience of working on high-rise buildings
  • Have excellent working knowledge and understanding of building related legislation and its application
  • Have good knowledge, experience and be able to apply construction related health & safety legislation
  • Have experience of preparing and delivering high quality, written and verbal reports as well as the ability to write, disseminate and assess detailed technical reports and advise on the findings
  • Experience of managing and leading complex construction projects ideally in buildings which are considered high risk with multiple external consultants from feasibility, procurement, contract administration until practical completion
  • Have knowledge of contracts, contract law and guidance including their application and administration
  • Have relevant experience of using all Microsoft packages
  • Have a working knowledge of AutoCAD or similar drawing packages to produce and be able to interpret and comment on complex drawings to ensure design proposals meet the customer brief
  • Be an excellent communicator and assertive as necessary ensuring excellent working relationships are maintained
  • Be able to interrogate, analyse and evaluate stock data, project information and repair details providing updates to government agencies as required
  • Ability to work independently, multi-task and prioritise work to ensure that deadlines are met
  • Have a full driving licence and provide a car for work

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 21, 2026

Expiration:
March 30, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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