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.

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 & Contractin