Acorn by Synergie
Brierley, Gloucestershire
Facilities & Compliance Officer Westonbirt Arboretum Competitive Salary Full-Time Hours Permanent Introduction Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Facilities & Compliance Officer to join the Capital Development Team at Westonbirt Arboretum. This is a varied role supporting a diverse estate of more than 30 buildings and structures, including visitor facilities, offices, workshops, residential properties, and commercial tenancies. Reporting to the Building Surveyor, you will play a key role in ensuring buildings remain safe, compliant, efficient, and fit for purpose, while supporting staff, visitors, contractors, and stakeholders across the estate. Key Duties Lead the delivery of statutory and mandatory building compliance across the estate. Take responsibility for key compliance areas including fire safety, asbestos, legionella, gas, electrical systems, DSEAR, and lifting equipment. Monitor compliance performance, identify risks, and ensure issues are resolved effectively. Maintain accurate property records and compliance documentation using digital property management systems. Coordinate maintenance programmes and statutory inspections across the estate. Oversee specialist contractors and ensure works are delivered safely and in accordance with required standards. Monitor contractor health, safety, and environmental performance. Procure works through approved contracts and frameworks and manage associated budgets. Monitor energy and water consumption and support sustainability and Net Zero initiatives. Oversee private utility networks and planned preventative maintenance programmes. Respond to utility failures and service disruptions and coordinate appropriate solutions. Lead building and site security assessments. Support security arrangements across the estate, including oversight of CCTV systems where required. Ensure routine inspections and facilities checks are completed and recorded. Travel across the estate to inspect facilities, oversee works, and support operational teams. Provide guidance and support to colleagues undertaking facilities-related responsibilities. Assist with office improvements, minor estate projects, and reactive maintenance activities. Requirements Experience in facilities management, property compliance, building management, or a related discipline. Strong understanding of statutory compliance and health and safety requirements within buildings. Knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015 and construction-related responsibilities. Experience supervising contractor activities and facilities-related works. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities independently. Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with a wide range of stakeholders. Proactive and solutions-focused approach. High attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate records. Experience preparing and reviewing risk assessments and method statements. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications. Full UK driving licence. Relevant facilities management, building compliance, health and safety, construction, or property-related qualifications, or equivalent professional experience. Membership of IWFM, RICS, CIBSE, IFMA, or a similar professional body, or the ability to demonstrate equivalent expertise. Desirable: Experience using GIS or mapping software. Experience in specialist compliance disciplines such as asbestos management, water hygiene, or electrical compliance. NEC contract management experience. Construction site supervision or facilities-related project delivery experience. Legionella management qualifications. Asbestos Duty to Manage or UKATA training. SMSTS, SSSTS, or similar health and safety qualifications. What We Offer Opportunity to work within one of the UK's most unique and inspiring outdoor environments. A varied role combining facilities management, compliance, sustainability, and estate support responsibilities. Autonomy and responsibility across a diverse property portfolio. Opportunity to contribute to sustainability and Net Zero initiatives. Supportive working environment within a dedicated Capital Development Team. Interested? If you're looking for a role that offers variety, autonomy, purpose, and the chance to work in an exceptional natural setting, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your up-to-date CV.
Facilities & Compliance Officer Westonbirt Arboretum Competitive Salary Full-Time Hours Permanent Introduction Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Facilities & Compliance Officer to join the Capital Development Team at Westonbirt Arboretum. This is a varied role supporting a diverse estate of more than 30 buildings and structures, including visitor facilities, offices, workshops, residential properties, and commercial tenancies. Reporting to the Building Surveyor, you will play a key role in ensuring buildings remain safe, compliant, efficient, and fit for purpose, while supporting staff, visitors, contractors, and stakeholders across the estate. Key Duties Lead the delivery of statutory and mandatory building compliance across the estate. Take responsibility for key compliance areas including fire safety, asbestos, legionella, gas, electrical systems, DSEAR, and lifting equipment. Monitor compliance performance, identify risks, and ensure issues are resolved effectively. Maintain accurate property records and compliance documentation using digital property management systems. Coordinate maintenance programmes and statutory inspections across the estate. Oversee specialist contractors and ensure works are delivered safely and in accordance with required standards. Monitor contractor health, safety, and environmental performance. Procure works through approved contracts and frameworks and manage associated budgets. Monitor energy and water consumption and support sustainability and Net Zero initiatives. Oversee private utility networks and planned preventative maintenance programmes. Respond to utility failures and service disruptions and coordinate appropriate solutions. Lead building and site security assessments. Support security arrangements across the estate, including oversight of CCTV systems where required. Ensure routine inspections and facilities checks are completed and recorded. Travel across the estate to inspect facilities, oversee works, and support operational teams. Provide guidance and support to colleagues undertaking facilities-related responsibilities. Assist with office improvements, minor estate projects, and reactive maintenance activities. Requirements Experience in facilities management, property compliance, building management, or a related discipline. Strong understanding of statutory compliance and health and safety requirements within buildings. Knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015 and construction-related responsibilities. Experience supervising contractor activities and facilities-related works. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities independently. Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with a wide range of stakeholders. Proactive and solutions-focused approach. High attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate records. Experience preparing and reviewing risk assessments and method statements. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications. Full UK driving licence. Relevant facilities management, building compliance, health and safety, construction, or property-related qualifications, or equivalent professional experience. Membership of IWFM, RICS, CIBSE, IFMA, or a similar professional body, or the ability to demonstrate equivalent expertise. Desirable: Experience using GIS or mapping software. Experience in specialist compliance disciplines such as asbestos management, water hygiene, or electrical compliance. NEC contract management experience. Construction site supervision or facilities-related project delivery experience. Legionella management qualifications. Asbestos Duty to Manage or UKATA training. SMSTS, SSSTS, or similar health and safety qualifications. What We Offer Opportunity to work within one of the UK's most unique and inspiring outdoor environments. A varied role combining facilities management, compliance, sustainability, and estate support responsibilities. Autonomy and responsibility across a diverse property portfolio. Opportunity to contribute to sustainability and Net Zero initiatives. Supportive working environment within a dedicated Capital Development Team. Interested? If you're looking for a role that offers variety, autonomy, purpose, and the chance to work in an exceptional natural setting, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your up-to-date CV.
AWD online
Fareham, Hampshire
Utility Surveyor / Consultant An excellent opportunity for a skilled Utility Surveyor / Consultant to carry out tree surveys and inspections around utility assets, ensuring safety, compliance, and quality. If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Land Surveyor, GIS Surveyor, Environmental Surveyor, Arboricultural Surveyor, Utility Vegetation Surveyor. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will need a Full Driving Licence and a UA5 Utility Surveying Ticket SALARY: Competitive + Benefits LOCATION: Fareham, Hampshire, South East England JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Utility Surveyor / Consultant. This is a key role where you will undertake inspections, identify risks, and ensure tree-related works meet utility safety standards. As the Utility Surveyor / Consultant, you will maintain accurate site documentation, liaise with stakeholders, and provide expert advice to arboricultural teams. Working closely with clients, property owners, and internal teams, you will ensure permissions are secured, safety procedures followed and works completed to the highest standard. This is a great opportunity for someone with utility surveying and arboricultural expertise to join an organisation where your input will make a real difference. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as the Utility Surveyor / Consultant include Tree Surveys and Inspections: Carrying out comprehensive surveys around utility assets to assess condition, hazards, and risks Risk Identification: Highlighting potential issues and recommending safe, compliant solutions Accurate Reporting: Recording and reporting findings with up-to-date site documentation Permission Management: Ensuring relevant permissions are secured before works commence Safety Compliance: Promoting health and safety culture, ensuring works align with regulations Stakeholder Liaison: Communicating effectively with clients, landowners, and internal teams Team Support: Providing advice to arboricultural teams on tree cutting and safe working methods Customer Interaction: Handling queries courteously and escalating issues where needed CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Proven experience of conducting surveys within the utility or arboricultural sector Valid UA5 Utility Surveying ticket Knowledge of tree risk assessment and vegetation management practices Strong understanding of health and safety compliance Effective communication and stakeholder management skills A background in record keeping and accurate site documentation DESIRABLE Experience liaising with landowners and securing permissions Familiarity with utility sector regulations and requirements Ability to provide on-site advice to arboricultural teams Awareness of environmental considerations in tree management Relevant arboricultural qualifications BENEFITS Competitive salary with potential progression opportunities Ongoing training and professional development Supportive and collaborative working environment Opportunities to work across varied sites and projects Contribution to an organisation with strong safety and environmental values HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV's of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P13908 Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Fareham, Hampshire, South East England. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. AWD-IN-SPJ
Utility Surveyor / Consultant An excellent opportunity for a skilled Utility Surveyor / Consultant to carry out tree surveys and inspections around utility assets, ensuring safety, compliance, and quality. If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Land Surveyor, GIS Surveyor, Environmental Surveyor, Arboricultural Surveyor, Utility Vegetation Surveyor. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will need a Full Driving Licence and a UA5 Utility Surveying Ticket SALARY: Competitive + Benefits LOCATION: Fareham, Hampshire, South East England JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Utility Surveyor / Consultant. This is a key role where you will undertake inspections, identify risks, and ensure tree-related works meet utility safety standards. As the Utility Surveyor / Consultant, you will maintain accurate site documentation, liaise with stakeholders, and provide expert advice to arboricultural teams. Working closely with clients, property owners, and internal teams, you will ensure permissions are secured, safety procedures followed and works completed to the highest standard. This is a great opportunity for someone with utility surveying and arboricultural expertise to join an organisation where your input will make a real difference. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as the Utility Surveyor / Consultant include Tree Surveys and Inspections: Carrying out comprehensive surveys around utility assets to assess condition, hazards, and risks Risk Identification: Highlighting potential issues and recommending safe, compliant solutions Accurate Reporting: Recording and reporting findings with up-to-date site documentation Permission Management: Ensuring relevant permissions are secured before works commence Safety Compliance: Promoting health and safety culture, ensuring works align with regulations Stakeholder Liaison: Communicating effectively with clients, landowners, and internal teams Team Support: Providing advice to arboricultural teams on tree cutting and safe working methods Customer Interaction: Handling queries courteously and escalating issues where needed CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Proven experience of conducting surveys within the utility or arboricultural sector Valid UA5 Utility Surveying ticket Knowledge of tree risk assessment and vegetation management practices Strong understanding of health and safety compliance Effective communication and stakeholder management skills A background in record keeping and accurate site documentation DESIRABLE Experience liaising with landowners and securing permissions Familiarity with utility sector regulations and requirements Ability to provide on-site advice to arboricultural teams Awareness of environmental considerations in tree management Relevant arboricultural qualifications BENEFITS Competitive salary with potential progression opportunities Ongoing training and professional development Supportive and collaborative working environment Opportunities to work across varied sites and projects Contribution to an organisation with strong safety and environmental values HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV's of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P13908 Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Fareham, Hampshire, South East England. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. AWD-IN-SPJ
