Hackney Empire Limited

The Facilities & Compliance Manager maintains a safe, secure and fully operational theatre building and supplementary space (Empire 2) ensuring strict compliance with building and health & safety regulations and acting as the primary Health & Safety Officer for the venue. The role provides high quality facilities management and oversees external contractors working in the venue and supplementary spaces. Further, the role performs day-to-day operations such as opening-up, daily building checks and assisting with room set-ups and deliveries. Facilities & day-to-day management Serve as a primary keyholder, handling opening-up procedures and security deactivation Perform daily building inspections to identify maintenance/security issues and ensure the building is safe and ready for use Manage both reactive and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across the building fabric and mechanical/electrical systems Supervise external contractors and specialist service providers, ensuring risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) are obtained prior to commencement of works and Service Level Agreements are met Manage waste disposal, recycling, and environmental sustainability initiatives Assist with physical room set-ups and spatial configurations for rehearsals, meetings, conferences and front-of-house hospitality Receive deliveries and safely distribute stock/equipment across the venue Oversee site security systems, including CCTV, access control and key management Coordinate alarm response as part of a rota with others, including out of hours cover Statutory compliance Ensure compliance with building regulations and health and safety laws Manage statutory inspections including, but not limited to: LOLER (lifting equipment) PUWER National Inspection Council for Electrical Installation Contracting (NICEIC) testing (fixed wire and PAT testing) Water hygiene/Legionella Gas safety Emergency lighting Fire alarm, firefighting equipment, evacuation chairs Coordinate regular emergency drills such as fire evacuation and invacuation Maintain up to date records of all statutory compliance audits, inspections and certifications reporting to senior management as required Health & safety leadership Act as the primary Health and Safety Officer for the venue Review RAMS and monitor safety during technical fit-outs, load-ins and strike periods in conjunction with the Technical Manager and Tech Team Maintain the accident book and lead Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) reporting Deliver health and safety induction training for all new staff Ensure adequate provision of first aid kits throughout the building and monthly checks to ensure they are stocked, compliant and ready for use Provide regular safety briefings to visiting theatre companies Coordinate annual risk assessments for all departments and public spaces Budget & administration Assist the Capital Projects and Facilities Associate in formulating and managing the annual facilities operational budget Negotiate service contracts to ensure cost efficiency and value for money Maintain up to date statutory compliance records and risk assessments