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The vacancy We currently have a vacancy for Housing Officers based in Herefordshire. This is a fast-paced challenging role, and the successful candidate will be a talented and resilient person with a passion for housing management. The successful candidate will provide an effective, customer-focused service to tenants, specifically dealing with anti-social behaviour, income collection and all aspects of tenancy and estate management, as well as ensuring our homes are maintained to a good standard. Working as part of vibrant Housing team you will be assisted by our Senior Housing Officer when dealing with complex cases, helping to prepare court paperwork and contributing to Team KPIs. You will also work closely with other teams across Connexus and our partner agencies to meet corporate targets and responsibilities. This is a busy role, so you must have first-class administration skills and a strong work ethic. As a minimum, you will need to demonstrate: Key Knowledge, Skills &amp; Experience: <ul> <li>Experience of working in the Social Housing Sector</li> <li>Knowledge of landlord and tenant law and practice</li> <li>Experience of using a wide variety of tools to resolve anti-social behaviour, including relevant partner agencies</li> <li>Experience of Income collection and rent arrears procedures</li> <li>Experience of working with tenants and other customers who are often vulnerable, in a changing and challenging environment.</li> <li>Ability to deal with difficult situations, demonstrating good negotiating skills and excellent customer service</li> <li>Understanding of health &amp; safety responsibilities including lone working</li> <li>A full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes</li></ul>This role has been identified as suitable for hybrid working which will be a combination of home working and working from our offices, with Head Office at Craven Arms and travel to other offices as required. This role will be subject to an standard DBS check. Shortlisting date: 28 November 2024 Interview date: 06 December 2024 About Connexus Connexus is a community focused housing group which aims to deliver good quality homes and services across Shropshire and Herefordshire. The work our teams do is varied, and no two days are the same. We provide an excellent offer for colleagues which includes flexible working options combined with some fantastic benefits. We're here to support colleagues at every step of the way with training and development opportunities, helping you make the most of your career. If you want to work with like-minded people and would like to make a difference to the lives of our customers, Connexus could be the right fit for you. Connexus is committed to equality of opportunity for all employees and is keen to address areas of under representation in its workforce, this is because we really understand the importance of different voices, experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds within our workforce. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups. Life at Connexus Connexus is a community focused rural housing group with over 10,500 homes across Shropshire and Herefordshire. Our people are passionate about the services we provide and we will invest in them and empower them to provide a great service to all of our customers. Our clear focus is excellent service delivery. Some of the benefits Up to 30 days annual leave &amp; Bank Holidays Continual learning and development opportunities Generous pension scheme Westfield Health healthcare plan Continual learning and development opportunities Paid sickness leave (upon successful completion of probationary period) Enhanced maternity/ paternity pay We're rooting for you Interviewing isn't easy and believe us when we say "we're rooting for you"; we want everyone to be able to do their best. We know it can be daunting to put yourself out there and sometimes the unknown interview processes make things even scarier! So, we thought we'd help by sharing a little about what you can expect from us in terms of our approach to recruitment. We're rooting for you

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Job Advert Job Role: Building Safety Manager Location: Worcester Hours: 35 hours per week - Monday to Friday At Innovus, we are committed to delivering market leading solutions and professional services. As a Building Safety Manager, you will be contributing to our vision to be recognised as the market leading provider of services to the UK's property sector. We are proud to employ highly skilled, experienced and innovative people who deliver business expertise and services across the property industry. Role Overview: The Building Safety Manager is responsible for ensuring compliance with all building and fire safety regulations and guidance, overseeing safety assessments, managing remediation programmes, and securing appropriate funding to address building safety issues via the various routes available. This role is critical in ensuring the safety and integrity of buildings, especially in high-rise and high-risk buildings, while aligning with the requirements of the Building Safety Act 2022 and associated safety regulations. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of the ongoing building safety assessments, risk mitigation, remediation of identified hazards, and manage financial aspects related to building safety measures such as funding and recovery of loaned funds. Key Responsibilities: <ol> <li>Building Safety Assessment:</li></ol><ul> <li>Assist with the coordination, planning, oversight and delivery of comprehensive third party safety assessments of buildings to identify potential hazards and risks, and non-compliance with safety standards, particularly focusing on high-rise residential and high-risk buildings in relation to Building Safety Act.</li> <li>Maintain accurate records of building assessments, recommendations and actions, including key safety data and documentation, in line with the 'golden thread' principles.</li> <li>Ensure all safety assessments consider the full building lifecycle, identifying long-term risks and areas requiring immediate action.</li> <li>Ensure all recommendations arising from safety assessments are appropriately actioned and resolved by the responsible entity in the prescribed timeframes.</li> <li>Engage with residents, building occupants, and stakeholders to ensure clear communication of safety risks and any required actions. (I would see this in conjunction with the comms manager position we are to fill within Innovus)</li> <li>Remediation Management:</li></ul><ul> <li>Assist with the coordination, planning and oversight of remediation projects to address safety concerns identified during safety assessments, including both fire safety and structural issues, for example external wall systems issues, internal compartmentation defects, structural reinforcement, etc.</li> <li>Supervise and provide governance for the entire remediation process, from initial design and planning through to mobilisation, execution and completion, ensuring work is completed on time.</li> <li>Proactively manage risks associated with building safety during remediation, identifying both immediate and long-term safety concerns and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies.</li> <li>Collaborate with contractors, consultants, and construction teams to ensure safety measures are implemented in accordance with legal and technical requirements.</li> <li>Conduct post-remediation reviews to verify that all risks have been appropriately mitigated and buildings meet safety compliance standards.</li> <li>Provide ongoing support to building occupants during remediation works, ensuring minimal disruption and clear communication on project timelines. (see collaboration with comms manager)</li> <li>Funding and Financial Management:</li></ul><ul> <li>Lead the identification and application for government and regulatory funding streams, including grants and financial support available for remediation and building safety improvements (e.g., Building Safety Fund, Cladding Safety Scheme, etc.).</li> <li>Prepare and submit funding applications, ensuring all necessary documentation and compliance requirements are met.</li> <li>Manage the allocation of funding to ensure it is used effectively for the intended purpose.</li> <li>Regulatory Compliance and Stakeholder Engagement:</li></ul><ul> <li>Work with Statutory Compliance Manager to ensure ongoing compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and related safety regulations, including fire safety and health &amp; safety requirements.</li> <li>Collaborate with internal and external teams, and external stakeholders, including engineers, architects, surveyors, legal advisors, management companies, developers, and residents, to ensure a shared understanding of building safety requirements.</li> <li>Ensure ongoing communication with appointed property managers and third-party appointed property managers, RTM directors, etc. to ensure the client has a comprehensive understanding of the safety of its buildings and ongoing steps to maintain safety.</li> <li>Keep up to date with changes in building safety regulations, disseminating key information to relevant stakeholders to ensure continued compliance. Key Requirements:</li> <li>Education:</li></ul><ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Surveying, Engineering, Health &amp; Safety, Risk Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).</li> <li>Professional qualifications in building safety management or fire safety, such as NEBOSH, IOSH, or similar. Experience:</li> <li>Proven experience (5+ years) in managing building safety, with a strong focus on building assessments, remediation projects, and compliance with building safety regulations.</li> <li>Practical experience in overseeing building safety remediation projects, including fire safety improvements, cladding remediation, and structural works (desired).</li> <li>Familiarity with government funding schemes related to building safety, such as the Building Safety Fund or other financial support programs.</li> <li>Understanding of the role of the Building Safety Regulator and obligations placed on Building Owners by the Building Safety Act.</li> <li>Demonstrated experience working in high-rise or high-risk residential environments is preferred. Skills:</li> <li>In-depth knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022, fire safety regulations, and relevant building safety standards.</li> <li>Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage complex safety remediation projects from inception to completion.</li> <li>Financial acumen, with the ability to manage budgets, funding applications, and cost control related to building safety.</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with residents, contractors, and regulatory bodies effectively.</li> <li>Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Personal Attributes:</li> <li>Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage complex safety and remediation projects effectively.</li> <li>Proactive and solutions-focused, with a commitment to maintaining the highest safety standards.</li> <li>Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, capable of leading teams and coordinating across multiple departments.</li></ul>The Benefits Our customers deserve the best and the same applies to our people. We'll support you with all of the technology, training and support that you need to do your job well. We offer competitive salaries and a range of benefit packages. In addition to the core benefits, we also offer a range of exclusive discounts on extra benefits to help you and your family make the most of your money, safeguard your future and look after your health. Diversity and Inclusion We're committed to promoting diversity at Innovus and recruit on merit. We will consider applications from job share applicants. Innovus is an inclusive employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. If you have an additional need at any stage of our recruitment and selection process do speak to one of our team to let us know how we can accommodate you. Ready to apply? Click the below apply button to start your application for this role. We will ask you to upload your CV and answer a few questions. You may also be asked to complete verbal and numerical reasoning tests online. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS. If you meet the criteria for the role, we'll be in touch to arrange a short telephone interview and our shortlist of candidates will be invited to attend a first interview with the hiring manager and another member of our team.

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