About this role
6-month contract with a local authority
Pay Rate: £30/hr umbrella
Summary*
- The M&E Compliance Officer plays a crucial role in ensuring that the organization's property portfolio adheres to statutory, regulatory, and corporate compliance standards. This position involves conducting technical inspections, monitoring, testing, and reporting on various building safety systems to guarantee that all properties are safe, compliant, and suitable for use. This is a 6-month contract with a local authority, offering a rate of £30/hr under an umbrella arrangement.
Responsibilities*
- Conduct scheduled inspections for:
- Legionella management
- Asbestos management
- Fire alarm systems
- Emergency lighting and egress systems
- Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) plant
- Identify compliance issues and initiate corrective actions through CAFM systems.
- Take immediate action if life-safety systems are compromised.
- Ensure all properties meet relevant legislation, regulations, and corporate policies.
Requirements
Essential Experience*
- Proven experience in building compliance, property maintenance, facilities management, or a related field.
- Skilled in conducting inspections and monitoring safety compliance systems.
- Competent in maintaining accurate technical records and compliance documentation.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
Essential Qualifications
- Possession of a full clean UK Driving Licence.
- First Aid at Work Certificate or willingness to obtain one.
- Relevant qualification or equivalent experience in Building Compliance, Facilities Management, Mechanical & Electrical Services, Property Maintenance, or a related discipline.
Additional Information
- Working hours are 37 hours per week.
- A full driving licence and DBS clearance are required.
- The role requires working on-site 5 days a week, with flexibility for hours outside the standard schedule when necessary.
- Payments are processed on a bi-weekly schedule.
The application deadline is approaching, so please apply as soon as possible.
Conduct building compliance on site inspections for asbestos, Legionella, fire alarms, emergency lighting, and M&E systems.
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Advertised UK ranges, editorial estimates reviewed July 2026
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