Health, Safety and Compliance Advisor (2025/AB032)

East Durham College; Peterlee; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational institution in Peterlee is looking for a proactive Health, Safety & Compliance Advisor to promote a strong health and safety culture. You will provide expert guidance on health, safety, and compliance matters while conducting audits and monitoring legislation adherence. Essential qualifications include a NEBOSH Certificate and previous experience in a similar role. The position offers a supportive environment, competitive salary, and attractive benefits, including 35 days of annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

35 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

LGPS Pension Scheme with up to 17.5% employer contributions

Access to Cash Healthcare Plan

Free Gym Membership

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity/Adoption leave

3 days paid emergency leave

Funded Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

Qualifications

• Must have a NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent.
• GCSEs in Math and English are required.
• Experience in health and safety roles is essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitor compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Conduct risk assessments and advise on controls.
• Investigate incidents and prepare reports.

Skills

Experience in health & safety role

Knowledge of UK health & safety legislation

Excellent organisational skills

Strong communication skills

IT skills

Education

NEBOSH Certificate or NVQ Level 3 in Occupational Health & Safety

GCSE standard education (Maths & English)

Job description

Job Introduction

Are you passionate about creating safe and compliant environments? East Durham College is seeking a proactive Health, Safety & Compliance Advisor to join our team and help promote a positive health and safety culture across all campuses.

About The Role

You’ll provide expert advice, guidance, and support on all health, safety, environmental, and compliance matters. From monitoring statutory compliance to conducting audits and investigations, this role is key to ensuring the college meets legal requirements and maintains best practice standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Conduct risk assessments and advise on control measures.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, reporting under RIDDOR where required.
• Deliver health and safety inductions, audits, and toolbox talks.
• Support staff and students with Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs).
• Prepare reports and contribute to the Health & Safety Committee.

Essential Requirements

• NEBOSH Certificate or NVQ Level 3 in Occupational Health & Safety.
• GCSE standard education (Maths & English).
• Previous experience in a health & safety role.
• Strong knowledge of UK health & safety legislation and risk management.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and IT skills.

Desirable

• Fire safety and environmental qualifications/experience.
• Membership of IOSH.
• Experience in education/public sector and multi-site environments.
• Full UK driving licence and/or access to a vehicle.

What we offer

• 35 days annual leave + Bank Holidays.
• LGPS Pension Scheme with up to 17.5% employer contributions.
• Access to a Cash Healthcare Plan.
• Free Gym Membership.
• Enhanced Maternity/ Paternity and Adoption leave.
• 3 days paid emergency leave per year.
• Various Paid and unpaid leave for other needs.
• Funded Continuous Professional Development (CPD) where appropriate.
• Onsite restaurant, Canteen and Hair and Beauty Salon.
• Free onsite parking.
• On site Nursery facilities (up to 5 yoa).
• Cycle to work scheme and much more.
• Access to free Beamish Tickets.

Join Our Team at East Durham College

Now is the perfect time to become part of our fantastic team at East Durham College! With recent investments enhancing our already outstanding teaching facilities and further development on the horizon, the College offers an excellent environment for both staff and students. We take pride in providing access to education for all, offering clear pathways through various stages of learning with a strong focus on employment opportunities across the North East region. We’re also thrilled to have earned our fifth consecutive GOOD rating from Ofsted.

East Durham College operates across three campuses, delivering a wide range of courses from general further education and A-Levels to specialist land-based and technical programs, ensuring there is something for everyone. As a team member, you’ll enjoy a generous holiday entitlement, Local Government or Teachers Pensions, free gym access (Willerby Grove Campus), free parking, and much more.

We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive community where everyone can be themselves and succeed. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join our dynamic workforce.

As part of our commitment to equality and diversity, East Durham College operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants who meet the essential criteria, as part of our status as a Disability Confident Employer.

At East Durham College, we uphold Safer Recruitment and Keeping Children Safe in Education standards. This role requires an enhanced DBS check. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

For more information about the College, please visit our Creating outstanding futures | East Durham College.