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Group Health, Safety and Maintenance Officer | Social Care. This is a newly created group-level role, designed to centralise health & safety oversight, strengthen maintenance systems, and reduce operational risk across the portfolio. This is a visible, hands-on position suited to someone who enjoys autonomy, accountability, and balancing strategic oversight with practical involvement when needed. The role covers four care homes located along the West Sussex coastal stretch (Lancing to Chichester).
Job Responsibility:
Lead group-wide health & safety compliance in line with legislation (H&S at Work Act, COSHH, fire safety regulations, etc.)
Conduct audits, inspections, risk assessments, and incident investigations
Prepare homes for regulatory inspections (e.g., CQC and local authority visits)
Act as Fire Safety Lead across the group
Develop and implement a structured Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) programme
Centralise maintenance tracking and compliance documentation (Excel-based)
Oversee statutory servicing schedules (gas, electrical, lifts, water hygiene/Legionella, etc.)
Source, manage, and negotiate with contractors to ensure value for money
Improve contractor accountability and prevent overcharging
Produce compliance dashboards and risk reports for senior leadership
Support home teams with technical guidance and hands-on assistance where needed
Requirements:
Proven experience in health & safety, maintenance, or facilities management within a regulated, multi-site environment
Strong working knowledge of health & safety legislation and statutory compliance
Experience conducting audits and managing compliance across multiple locations
Contractor negotiation and supplier management experience
Strong Excel and tracking/reporting skills
Ability to travel regularly between sites
Full UK driving licence
Practical, hands-on mindset balanced with structured oversight
Nice to have:
Experience within care homes or healthcare settings
IOSH, NEBOSH, or equivalent qualification
Fire safety, Legionella, or asbestos awareness training
What we offer:
Mileage reimbursement for travel between homes
Pension contributions
Employee Assistance Programme
Retail and financial benefits (rolling out across the group)
Genuine opportunity to shape a newly created group-level role