Are you an organised and detail-oriented professional with experience in compliance monitoring, health and safety, and continuous improvement? We are seeking a Compliance Officer to support corporate health and safety management by conducting inspections, monitoring corrective actions and analysing performance data across Council services. In this role, you'll identify areas of non-compliance, maintain accurate records, investigate incidents and prepare reports to support effective decision-making. If you have strong analytical skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to maintaining high standards of compliance.
Your Duties
- Undertake planned and unannounced compliance inspections across Council services, ensuring appropriate standards are maintained.
- Verify the implementation of controls identified in risk assessments and safe systems of work.
- Monitor, track and report on outstanding corrective actions arising from audits, inspections, incidents and investigations, ensuring completion within agreed timescales.
- Maintain a central compliance and action-tracking system, ensuring records are accurate and up to date.
- Analyse incident, audit and inspection data to identify trends, emerging risks and areas requiring intervention.
- Support investigations into accidents, incidents, near misses and insurance claims, identifying lessons learned and opportunities for improvement.
- Prepare clear and accurate compliance reports, performance updates and briefing materials for senior management and relevant governance forums.
- Report on compliance performance, recurring issues, overdue actions and areas of non-compliance, recommending proportionate corrective measures.
- Support continuous improvement by evaluating existing controls, identifying good practice and assisting services to implement practical improvements.
- Review and quality-assure risk assessments, procedures and health and safety documentation.
- Monitor statutory inspection and testing programmes to ensure compliance with relevant legal requirements.
- Assist the Lead Resilience Officer in reviewing performance trends, identifying emerging risks and supporting corporate health and safety management arrangements.
- Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, including health and safety, data protection, GDPR, Freedom of Information, audit and procurement policies.
- Work collaboratively with Council services and relevant stakeholders to promote compliance, resolve issues and support effective risk management.
- Undertake other appropriate duties as directed by the Lead Resilience Officer, adapting to changing organisational needs and priorities.
Your Profile
- A minimum of five GCSEs, including English Language and Mathematics at grade C or above, or equivalent qualifications demonstrating literacy and numeracy skills.
- At least three years' relevant experience conducting compliance inspections, tracking corrective actions and maintaining accurate records, analysing data and reporting trends, and managing workloads effectively.
- Applicants who do not hold the specified qualifications must demonstrate a minimum of five years' relevant experience as outlined above.
- A sound understanding of relevant health and safety legislation, statutory obligations and compliance monitoring requirements.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, recognise emerging risks and recommend appropriate corrective action.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
- Competence in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, MS Teams, Word and Excel.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare accurate reports and work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving, continuous improvement and maintaining high standards of compliance.
- A full, current driving licence valid in the UK and access to a car, or another suitable form of transport to fulfil the duties of the post, is essential.
- Experience ensuring compliance with statutory regulations and working in partnership with stakeholders to achieve agreed outcomes is desirable.
Your Benefits
Additional Information
- Part time, Temporary.
- Two days per week (14.48 hours) until end March 2027.
- Civic Centre Lagan Valley Island, Lisburn.
Lynn Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and adheres to all current employment legislation. Please note that only shortlisted candidates may be contacted.