Compliance Officer, Quality Assurance - QA​/QC

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• £19.47 per hour.

• Part time, Temporary.
• Two days per week (14.48 hours) until end March 2027.
• Civic Centre Lagan Valley Island, Lisburn.

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