Quality and Compliance Officer - Asbestos

London Borough of Barking and Dagenham; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government office in Greater London is seeking a knowledgeable Quality and Compliance Officer specializing in Asbestos. The role involves ensuring compliance with statutory duties, managing contracts related to building safety, and specialising in asbestos surveying. Applicants should have a relevant qualification such as BOHS P402 and must demonstrate strong communication skills. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to community housing conditions and compliance efforts.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Hold a recognised qualification in compliance.
• Proven experience in a compliance role.
• Knowledge of GDPR application in compliance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with statutory duties.
• Manage contracts and compliance systems.
• Specialise in asbestos sampling and surveying.

Skills

Knowledge of regulatory frameworks

Excellent communication skills

Experience in compliance environment

Results-driven

Education

Recognised professional qualification (NRCQ, NEBOSH, NVQ Level 4)

BOHS P402 qualification

Job description

About this job

We are looking for a knowledgeable and proactive Quality and Compliance Officer specializing in Asbestos to join our Fire and Building Safety team. The successful candidate will support the Compliance & Quality Assurance service in ensuring statutory compliance across various areas, with a focus on asbestos management.

• Ensure the Council meets its statutory duties in accordance with the compliance framework.
• Manage data, contracts, contractors, compliance, and management systems related to Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance (M&E) and building compliance.
• Specialise in asbestos sampling and surveying, holding the BOHS P402 qualification.
• Support the Quality & Compliance Manager in ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Work with suppliers to ensure delivery of services required for building compliance.
• Act as part of a dedicated health and safety building compliance function.
• Engage with stakeholders to understand business needs and provide support.
• Contribute to periodic reviews or audits to ensure compliance procedures are followed.
• Provide information and content for management reports regarding compliance operations.
• Ensure record management is complete, including pre and post inspections and audit activities.

Special requirements for this post

• Hold a recognised professional qualification (e.g., NRCQ, NEBOSH, NVQ Level 4).
• BOHS P402 – ‘Surveying & Sampling strategies for Asbestos in Buildings’.
• Knowledge of the regulatory and policy framework relating to compliance.
• Experience operating in a compliance environment.
• Evidence of continuing professional development in building compliance.
• Ability to work effectively in a high‑performance, multi‑discipline environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with internal and external stakeholders.
• Understanding of GDPR and its application to this role.
• Results‑driven with the ability to define own role and contribute to organisational improvements.

About you

• Knowledge of the regulatory and policy framework relating to compliance.
• Experience operating in a compliance environment.
• Evidence of continuing professional development in building compliance.
• Ability to work effectively in a high‑performance, multi‑discipline environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with internal and external stakeholders.
• Understanding of GDPR and its application to this role.
• Results‑driven with the ability to define own role and contribute to organisational improvements.

About us

The Borough of Barking & Dagenham is experiencing rapid transformation, and we invite you to be a part of this exciting journey. Our council has recently undergone significant changes, both in our internal operations and in how we deliver services to our community. We are committed to achieving outstanding results and have a bold vision for our borough’s future. We are tackling key issues such as compliance, health & safety, poverty, and inequality, with ambitious plans to integrate creativity and innovation into our service delivery models. We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and value each individual’s potential to contribute to a better future.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving housing conditions.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on the community.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development.

Our Core Values (DRIVE)

• Deliver our best every day and keep our promises.
• Respond quickly and positively to community needs.
• Inspire others through our actions and behaviours.
• Value people for their skills and who they are.
• Engage with others to build resilience and adaptability.

We especially encourage residents of the Borough of Barking and Dagenham to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.