Property Officer

Abbeyfield Group; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care and housing organization in the UK is seeking a proactive Property Officer (Compliance) to ensure high standards of safety, compliance, and quality in its properties. This role involves managing contractors, overseeing health and safety compliance across various workstreams, and supporting the operational staff. The ideal candidate will have experience in property maintenance, knowledge of relevant legislation, and strong communication skills. This position offers a vital opportunity to impact the wellbeing of residents through compliant and well-maintained homes.

Qualifications

• Experience in property maintenance with multi-site responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation and property compliance.
• Proven ability to manage contractors and deliver value-for-money services.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to support dispersed teams.
• Experience with care homes or social housing stock.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor contractors and suppliers for maintenance and compliance.
• Provide technical support and ensure cost-effective solutions.
• Oversee compliance programmes across fire safety, electrical, and asbestos.
• Ensure health and safety requirements and regulatory standards are met.
• Maintain accurate records for audits and regulatory purposes.

Skills

Property maintenance experience

Knowledge of health & safety legislation

Contractor management skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong IT literacy

Education

IOSH or similar H&S qualification

Tools

Property management software

Excel

Job description

Posted Thursday 22 January 2026 at 01:00 | Expires Tuesday 3 February 2026 at 00:59

For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England. We're dedicated to exceptional care, and we know it starts with an exceptional team.

Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us and build a rewarding career where your skills and compassion truly matter.

About the Role of Property Officer

We are seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented Property Officer (Compliance) to join our Property Services team. This role is central to ensuring our care homes and supported housing properties are maintained to the highest standards of safety, compliance, and quality. You will manage relationships with contractors and suppliers, provide technical support to staff, and help us deliver a safe, well‑maintained, and compliant property portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor contractors and suppliers, ensuring timely and high‑quality delivery of maintenance and compliance works.
• Provide technical support, diagnose and triage repairs, and ensure cost‑effective solutions.
• Oversee compliance programmes across one of three specialist workstreams:
  • Fire Safety, Electrical & Asbestos
  • Water Management & Lifting Equipment
  • Heating Systems & M&E Maintenance
• Ensure health and safety requirements, asbestos awareness, and regulatory standards are met.
• Maintain accurate records for audits and regulatory purposes.
• Collaborate with operational staff, contractors, and internal teams to support safe and effective property management.

About You

We’re looking for someone who has:

• ✅ Experience in property maintenance with multi‑site responsibilities.
• ✅ Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation and property compliance (gas, fire, electrical, asbestos, water hygiene, lifting equipment).
• ✅ Proven ability to manage contractors, negotiate, and deliver value‑for‑money services.
• ✅ Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to support geographically dispersed teams.
• ✅ Strong IT literacy, particularly in Excel, and confidence managing contract administration.
• Experience with care homes or social housing stock.
• IOSH or similar H&S qualification.
• Experience using property management software and implementing new technology.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in ensuring safe, compliant, and high-quality homes for our residents. You’ll work with dedicated colleagues, trusted contractors, and have the chance to lead on specialist compliance areas, making a direct impact on the wellbeing of our residents and the safety of our homes.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about property compliance and want to use your expertise to support safe and welcoming homes, we’d love to hear from you.