INTERNAL ONLY VACANCY. This post is open to existing Leeds City Council employees only. Applications will not be considered from external candidates.
Job title: Senior Compliance Officer
Salary: PO2 £39,862 - £42,839
Hours: Full-time (37 hours)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Leeds City Council Print Unit/Leeds Building Services Office/Remote working
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated, reliable, and hardworking Senior Compliance Officer to join the Compliance team within the housing Asset Management department.
About You
- Extensive knowledge and experience of the UK construction industry and the housing sector.
- Lead, advise and drive the Asset Management division on construction projects to ensure it complies with the relevant legislation.
- A thorough understanding of construction related legislation such as the CDM regulations and the Health and Safety at Work Act.
- Be able to communicate effectively and have appropriate formal writing skills.
- Excellent written communication skills.
- Experience of undertaking site inspections and managing non‑compliant issues.
- A confident delivery of training sessions to internal employees and workstreams.
About the Role
The housing section undertakes a vast amount of construction activities in a variety of different areas. The work ranges from general repairs to extensive technical works on high rise blocks.
The Senior Compliance Officer will liaise with project teams such as planned work, voids, responsive repairs, adaptations, disrepair and M&E to ensure that health and safety is managed in the pre‑construction phase, construction phase and post‑construction phase of a project. The officer will undertake site inspections, auditing paperwork, risk assessments and prepare pre‑construction information.
Responsibilities include delivering training (working at height, lone working, CDM, pre‑construction information, etc), managing bespoke contracts, chairing meetings, writing policies and reports, communicating legislative change to colleagues, liaising and mentoring colleagues, undertaking inductions, and investigating accidents and near misses.
The role is primarily based at Leeds Building Services and the Print Unit in Seacroft, with opportunities for remote working also available. A driving license with business insurance is essential as a large portion of the role is site based.
Job Purpose
- Lead, advise and drive the Asset Management division on construction projects to ensure compliance with relevant health & safety legislation for the entirety of its activities.
- Undertake site inspections and close out non‑compliance issues across various environments.
- Develop and implement strategic and operational plans and policies for the housing section.
- Undertake audits of on‑site activities and office‑based documentation, providing recommendations for clients, internal and external contractors.
- Support the delivery of service plans and operational projects to drive continuous innovation and improvement.
- Record correspondence within council systems and collaborate with partners to develop appropriate responses.
- Provide training and mentoring solutions to internal teams.
- Collaborate with organisations such as HSE to safeguard LCC’s position.
Responsibilities
- Ensure all construction activities comply with legal, regulatory, contractual and internal requirements.
- Present training sessions and toolbox talks on working at height, asbestos awareness, lone working, and CDM regulations; provide bespoke training as needed.
- Support internal projects such as responsive repairs, disrepair, voids, adaptations, planned work, damp & mould team, and planned work.
- Compose paperwork on health and safety matters: report writing, pre‑construction information, policies, risk assessments, and method statements.
- Investigate accidents and near‑miss incidents with internal and external stakeholders.
- Chair meetings related to health & safety matters.
- Project‑manage specific projects in line with contract management requirements.
- Manage relationships with external stakeholders for effective service delivery.
- Keep up‑to‑date with legislation influencing construction and housing.
- Undertake technical duties in line with council and departmental standards.
- Provide specialist technical advice and leadership.
- Assess construction and HS related paperwork.
- Drive value‑for‑money and customer‑focused service across operations.
The duties outlined are not meant as an exhaustive list and may comprise any other duties within the spirit of the post commensurate with the job evaluation outcome for this post.
Qualifications
- NEBOSH construction certificate.
Personal Specification
Essential Requirements
Applicants must demonstrate on the application form that they meet all the essential requirements listed below.
Skills Required
- Able to work flexibly across different work locations and areas.
- Current full driving licence with business insurance and vehicle access.
- Effective communication and appropriate formal writing skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and internal ICT systems.
- Conflict resolution skills and build cooperation and trust.
- Effective time management and prioritisation to meet service targets.
- Ability to diagnose and develop solutions to complex issues.
- Excellent interpersonal skills for challenging situations.
- Contribute to service developments relevant to the post.
- Communicate with customers in various formats (letter writing, telephone calls).
- Monitor performance and achieve personal objectives.
- Implement regulations, policy and legislation.
- Take ownership for operational issues and manage stakeholder relationships.
- Challenge and review systems to promote improvement.
Knowledge Required
- Extensive knowledge and experience of the UK construction industry and the housing sector.
- Excellent understanding of construction legislation such as CDM, Health and Safety at Work Act.
- Awareness of Building Safety Act 2022.
- Effective communication with formal writing.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and internal ICT.
- Willingness to undertake required training.
- Effective time management and prioritisation.
- Diagnosis and solution of complex issues.
- Understanding of Social Housing Regulation Act 2023 and its impact.
Experience Required
- Knowledge of landlord and tenant responsibilities in housing repairs.
- Solid understanding of construction techniques.
- Awareness of repair and disrepair issues in LCC housing stock.
- Understanding of information governance procedures for personal data security.
- Knowledge of construction contracts and processes.
- Experience in procurement exercises within housing division.
Behavioural & Other Characteristics Required
- Understand and embrace Leeds City Council Values, Behaviours and codes of conduct.
- Committed to continuous improvement and delivering best aspirations.
- Understand and observe equality and diversity policies.
- Handle duties under Health and Safety Policies.
- Participate in training and development activities.
- Flexible and adaptable to change.
- Engage in appraisal, training, development activities.
- Comply with council policies and procedures.
- Support equality for all and report incidents of discrimination.
- Work within flexibility protocol as required.
Desirable Requirements
Knowledge Required
- Accredited qualification in education or training.
- Membership of an appropriate professional body.
- Knowledge of traditional and non‑traditional housing archetypes.
Method of Assessment
Method of Assessment will be an interview.
Benefits
- A competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays.
- Membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions.
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements.
- Opportunities to work remotely or from home.
- A clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities.
- A range of staff benefits to boost wellbeing and maximise financial well‑being.
EEO Statement
We welcome applications from everyone and actively seek a diverse range of applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. We particularly encourage applications from women, carers, veterans, LGBT+, ethnic diversity, disabled and care‑experienced people.
This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the Skilled Worker visa route before applying. To be eligible for sponsorship you’ll usually need to be paid the standard salary rate of at least £41,700 per year or meet one of the other eligibility criteria. Please ensure you are eligible before applying.
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