Compliance Officer

Baker Harding

  • Pudsey, West Yorkshire
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Compliance OfficerWe are working with a brilliant lectrical and mechanical contractor company based in Pudsey. They are seeking an experienced Compliance Officer to lead and manage the Compliance function of the business.With in-house expertise spanning Electrical, HVAC and Fire protection services, they also offer specialist solutions through their extensive network of trusted suppliers. These include auto doors, CCTV, security access control and more.The company proudly leads the way in Health & Safety standards and delivering first-class works and are accredited to International Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001. They are NICEIC, Gas Safe and RISQS approved contractors with F-Gas accreditations.About the RoleThe Compliance Officer role is an exciting opportunity for the right individual to lead and manage the Compliance function of the business. Responsibilities of the role include ensuring adherence to regulations and industry standards, management of the Principal Contractor License and Integrated Management System and ensuring its continued compliance to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.Experience with aspects of the role detailed below are essential, however there are training opportunities within this role as it develops and grows with the business. The role is empowered to identify areas for process enhancement and driving initiatives to improve the effectiveness and sustainability of operations.The ability to work confidently alone and as part of a friendly team will be essential.
  • Ensure continued compliance with all relevant regulations and any updates, including the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, GDPR, licensing, and environmental protection laws.
  • Maintain the Integrated Management System, organise and lead the annual ISO audits to ensure continued certification to ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001.
  • Maintain documentation and procedures for DSEC’s
Principal Contractor Licence.
  • Act as the primary liaison between the company and regulatory bodies and auditors.
  • Lead efforts to maintain and promote a safe working environment across projects.
  • Conduct and coordinate regular risk assessments and audits across all operational sites, ensuring compliance with industry standards and ISO accreditations.
  • Work with all areas of the business to implement risk control measures and mitigation strategies to reduce safety, health, environmental, and quality risks.
  • Promote environmentally sustainable practices and identify areas for improving the business’s environmental footprint.
  • Support on-site activities through supervision, audits, and surveys where required.
Essential Skills
  • Proven experience in managing and leading a Compliance function.
  • Experience with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001.
  • Health & Safety qualification (such as SMSTS, NEBOSH Construction)
  • Strong communication skills and experience with IT systems.
  • Strategic thinker and problem solver with excellent project management skills.
  • Valid, clean UK Driver’s Licence
Desirable
  • Formal qualifications in Environment, and/or Quality.
  • Hold or working towards Practitioner level membership of lEMA.
Salary and Benefits
  • Negotiable salary dependent on experience
  • Training and progression opportunities
  • Company vehicle
  • Private medical insurance
Salary £38,000 – £42,000 a year

Baker Harding