Job Description

Additional role requirements:

DBS check Full driving licence

Are you ready to lead from the front in fire safety and building services?

We're looking for a Building Testing Supervisor to take charge of a small, dedicated team of Building Services Testing Officers. If you're experienced in fire systems, inspections, and maintenance, and thrive on getting hands-on; this could be the role for you.


You'll be the visible, on-site leader making sure our communal areas and resident safety systems are inspected, maintained, and logged with precision. From fire alarms to flat entrance doors; you'll keep everything in check.

What's in it for you.

In addition to the salary, we offer a number of benefits, including:

High street discount schemes Health cash plans 26 days' annual leave, increasing to 29 after three years, with the opportunity to buy more Flexible bank holidays take them when it suits you Car leasing scheme Hybrid working available where appropriate, but this is primarily a boots-on-the-ground role. This is flexible and depends on meeting cycles and board activity. We also offer an optional nine-day fortnight scheme, allowing you to compress your hours if it suits the role.

What you'll be doing

No two days are the same. You'll be out and about, leading the operational side of fire safety and building equipment servicing. You'll:

Supervise a team of 9 Building Services Testing Officers across the Midlands, London, and the Southeast Oversee inspections of: + Fire alarms, emergency lighting, fire extinguishers
+ Flat entrance and communal fire doors
+ Property Information Boxes (PIBs)
+ AOVs/MOVs, lift lines, and plant rooms
Carry out inspections, record activities on Keystone using mobile devices, and follow up on faults Raise orders and make sure urgent repairs are picked up quickly Support Fire Risk Assessment activities and signage checks Ensure data is kept up to date and accurate across CRM and asset management systems Help shape geographic inspection plans with the Fire Services Manager Attend resident events and meetings when required putting our people at the heart of your work Lead on team development through performance reviews and goal setting

What we're looking for:

We need someone who blends hands-on technical experience with leadership, attention to detail, and a passion for safety. You'll be confident working independently and managing people in the field.


You'll need to bring:

Strong working knowledge of fire safety systems and legislation Experience in servicing and maintaining building services equipment Experience using Keystone or similar asset management systems Solid understanding of electrical systems and IEE Wiring Regulations Leadership experience in a maintenance or field-based environment A great eye for detail and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset A customer-first attitude and the ability to work with residents and colleagues alike

It would be great if you also have certifications like:

ICEL Advanced Emergency Lighting FIA Installation & Testing of Fire Alarms NICEIC Safe Isolation / Electrical Accessory Replacement Fire Door and Fire Extinguisher Servicing Health & Safety or Fire Risk Assessment experience

If specific qualifications are required, please upload them with your application to demonstrate your eligibility.

At PA Housing, we believe in respect, integrity, and accountability. Our work is about people not just properties and we're always looking for ways to do better. If that sounds like your kind of place, we'd love to hear from you.

Disclosure and Barring Service:

This role of requires the successful candidate to complete a basic DBS check. A basic DBS check will show any unspent convictions.


So why do we need to know this information? This role will be required to visit / support PA Housing residents in their own homes on a regular basis. Therefore we have a duty to our residents to ensure that we have taken precautions regarding who will be visiting them and representing PA Housing.


Having unspent convictions will not necessarily preclude you from being recruited into the role; if you are potentially the successful candidate, we will complete a risk assessment with you to understand the circumstances around your conviction, how relevant they are to the post you have applied for and what remedial action , if any, have you have taken since your conviction. Suitable references will also need to be obtained prior to commencement of employment.

AGENCIES: We know where you are if we need your support so please do not contact us.

To apply for this role please click on the apply button or for any enquiries please email recruitment@pahousing.co.uk -

We reserve the right to close this job advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. Therefore, we advise you to apply promptly to ensure your application can be considered.