Mechanical, Electrical (M&E) and Compliance Manager

This is a key leadership role within our Asset Management team, responsible leading and internal team of contract coordinators and for delivering and assuring compliance across mechanical, electrical and statutory safety workstreams. You will oversee programmes including gas safety, electrical safety, water hygiene, lifts, fire safety and asbestos compliance, ensuring we consistently meet our legal and regulatory obligations.

Working closely with contractors, colleagues and stakeholders, you will provide strong technical and commercial oversight, ensuring contracts are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and within budget. You will also play a key role in developing compliance systems, improving performance and supporting the continuous improvement of our services.

What you'll be doing

Leading the delivery of landlord compliance programmes across our housing stock.

Ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements including gas, electrical, water hygiene, fire safety, asbestos and LOLER.

Managing specialist contractors and monitoring performance through KPIs and service standards.

Providing technical and commercial contract management, including cost control, budget monitoring, forecasting and invoice validation.

Maintaining accurate compliance records and ensuring audit readiness.

Identifying and managing compliance risks and implementing corrective actions where required.

Developing policies, procedures and safe systems of work.

Leading and developing team performance.

Producing compliance and performance reports for senior management and governance purposes.

At North Devon Homes, we are committed to providing safe, high-quality homes and services for our customers. We are looking for an experienced and motivated Mechanical, Electrical (M&E) and Compliance Manager to lead our landlord compliance function and help ensure the safety of our homes and residents., You'll have:

Demonstratable experience of statutory compliance requirements including gas, electrical, water hygiene and LOLER.

Demonstratable experience managing specialist contractors and compliance programmes.

Strong commercial awareness, including contract management and budget and financial control.

Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.

A proactive approach to risk management and continuous improvement.

You will also hold:

A relevant mechanical or electrical qualification (HNC, HND or Degree level).

A full UK driving licence.