Join a well established and growing organisation as Compliance Operative in its Property Services team, on a permanent basis.

Location: Hertfordshire (with travel across the surrounding counties)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands on individual with experience in property maintenance, building compliance and health & safety to play a key role in ensuring a diverse property portfolio remains safe, compliant and well maintained.

Core focus of the role

Reporting to the Compliance Manager, you will support the delivery of property and health & safety compliance across multiple sites.

Day-to-day of the role

• Carrying out routine inspections and testing of fire safety systems, including fire alarms, extinguishers and emergency lighting.
• Supporting legionella management and associated control measures.
• Undertaking planned compliance inspections and maintenance activities.
• Monitoring external contractors and ensuring works are completed to the required standards.
• Identifying property defects and potential health & safety risks, escalating issues where necessary.
• Responding to urgent property issues, including leaks, power outages and fire alarm faults.
• Completing minor repairs and general maintenance tasks.
• Maintaining accurate compliance records and updating relevant digital systems.
• Supporting colleagues with building safety procedures and providing additional assistance to the wider Repairs and Maintenance team when required.

Skills you need

• Previous experience in property compliance, building maintenance or a similar environment.
• Practical knowledge of fire alarm systems, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting and legionella management.
• A good understanding of health & safety requirements and building compliance.
• Experience carrying out planned and cyclical maintenance across multiple sites.
• Strong organisational, communication and IT skills, with the ability to manage workloads independently.
• A relevant NVQ Level 2, City & Guilds trade qualification or equivalent practical experience.
• An IOSH Working Safely qualification would be advantageous, although candidates willing to undertake the training will also be considered.

Additional requirements

• Full UK driving licence essential.
• Company vehicle provided for work-related travel.
• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Flexibility to travel across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire.

To apply

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation with an expanding property portfolio and an ambitious programme of investment and refurbishment.

If you have a background in property maintenance or compliance and are looking for a varied, hands on role where you can make a real difference, Hyperion Partners would love to hear from you.

To apply for Compliance Operative job, click the apply button and fill out the application form. Your submission will be sent to Molly Horton.

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