Asbestos Manager | Full time | Birmingham | £56,385

Citizen is hiring an Asbestos Manager.

This is a permanent role for 37 hours a week with hybrid working. The base is 4040 Lakeside, Birmingham, with work across Coventry, Birmingham, Hereford and Worcester.

You will lead Citizen’s approach to asbestos compliance, safety, and risk management. This is a key role that helps make sure homes stay safe and the organisation meets its legal duties.

You will work with teams across the business and support a strong, practical approach to compliance. This role suits an experienced Asbestos Manager who can lead well, work closely with others, and improve systems and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead compliance: Act as Duty Holder for asbestos compliance under Regulation 4 of CAR 2012
• Manage plans and records: Maintain asbestos plans, policies, registers, and compliance systems
• Oversee data: Manage asbestos data systems and IT tools for reporting and risk management
• Plan works: Manage surveys, inspections, repairs, and emergency asbestos work
• Give expert advice: Support teams and stakeholders with safe and compliant asbestos practice
• Manage service delivery: Oversee budgets, procurement, performance, customer engagement, and complaints

About You

• Experienced: At least 5 years in a similar building safety role and organisation
• Knowledgeable: Strong understanding of asbestos management and building or fire safety
• Qualified: BOHS P405 in the management of asbestos in buildings, or an equivalent building safety qualification
• Licensed to travel: Full UK driving licence
• Collaborative: Able to work well with colleagues and build positive working relationships
• Approachable: Comfortable supporting others and helping teams meet safety and compliance goals

What Citizen Offers

• Salary: £56,385
• Annual leave: 26 days plus bank holidays
• Extra leave option: Buy up to 5 additional days each year
• Family leave: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Pension: Contribute 4%, 6%, or up to 10%, with Citizen matching
• Health and wellbeing: Health insurance and wellness support
• Flexible working: Hybrid working and support for work-life balance
• Development: Training and career development opportunities
• Supportive culture: A team-focused workplace that values wellbeing, inclusion, and improvement

How to Apply

Apply for the role before 13 May 2026.

Citizen says it may review applications during the advertising period and may invite candidates to interview before the closing date. The role may also close early if a suitable candidate is found.

Interviews are due to take place on 20 May 2026.

This role is subject to a Basic DBS check.

Application Tips

Focus on your asbestos compliance experience, your knowledge of CAR 2012, and your ability to lead services safely and effectively. Use clear examples that show risk management, contractor or service oversight, record keeping, and how you have improved compliance or supported safer homes.