Contracts Manager
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Agencies
Eastlight’s current agency PSL is at capacity, so we will not be able to consider candidate applications introduced by agencies outside of our selected suppliers.
Who We Are
Eastlight Community Homes is proud to be the largest community gateway social housing provider in the country. Together with our residents and communities, we create safe, affordable homes and neighbourhoods that people are proud to live in.
The Role
We’re looking for a committed and experienced Contracts Manager with a strong background in fire safety and asbestos compliance to join our Compliance & Estates team.
You’ll play a critical role in ensuring that our homes are safe, compliant, and well-maintained for our residents, in line with statutory requirements and Eastlight’s policies.
About the role
This is a key position overseeing the delivery of contracts relating to fire safety and asbestos management.
You’ll be responsible for managing contractor performance, ensuring high-quality delivery of safety-critical works, and maintaining a customer-first approach.
Your day-to-day will include:
- Leading and managing contracts related to fire safety systems (e.g., alarms, emergency lighting, fire doors) and asbestos surveys, removals, and re-inspections.
- Monitoring compliance with statutory duties, industry best practice, and internal policies.
- Managing programmes and budgets effectively, ensuring works are delivered on time, on cost, and to specification.
- Carrying out robust contract management, including performance reviews, monitoring KPIs, and commercial negotiations.
- Supporting audit activity, health and safety inspections, and continuous service improvement.
About you
You’ll bring experience of managing compliance-focused contracts in a social housing or similar environment, with specific expertise in fire safety and asbestos disciplines.
You’ll also have:
A sound knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, Fire Safety Act 2021, Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, and the Building Safety Act 2022.
Proven skills in contractor management, risk mitigation, and stakeholder engagement.
The ability to analyse data, produce clear reports, and make evidence-based decisions.
A proactive, solution-focused approach with excellent organisational and communication skills.
Hold a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle for business use or the ability to travel across the region.
Qualifications relevant to the role would be desirable, such as:
- NEBOSH certificate in fire safety
- Asbestos duty to manage and/or P405 Management of Asbestos in buildings
- Contract management qualification, such as World Commerce & Contracting
Benefits and Compensation
To demonstrate our commitment to you, we have developed a sector leading total rewards package:
- £41,033 gross per annum
- Full-time, Permanent.
- Group stakeholder pension plan (Eastlight will double, up to 5% of the employee’s contribution - Employee 5% + Eastlight 10% = Total 15%)
- 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Annual wellbeing grant of £200 per annum – Subject to eligibility
- Trailblazing family leave (Maternity, Paternity and Adoption – 12 weeks full pay/6 weeks half pay) – Subject to eligibility
- A healthcare cash plan, life assurance
- Formal qualifications and paid professional membership
Next Steps
At Eastlight we support, develop, and invest in our people, together creating a culture where people love to work. There has never been a better time to join us! Click the link below to submit your CV and personal statement.
Eastlight Community Homes is a disability confident leader and equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse culture, which is why we encourage applications from everyone. If you require any support with the application process, please contact recruitment@eastlighthomes.co.uk
Eastlight Community Homes are unable to provide Visa Sponsorship.
Important Dates
Closing Date: 23 June 2025 at 23:59pm.
Interview Date: Interviews are expected to be held on either the 1st or 4th July 2025 in person at the Braintree Hub.
Shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete an assessment prior/during their interview to help with the selection process.