Ben Michael Durkin
Corporate Safety Housing Lead @Doncaster Council
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WORK HISTORY
Corporate Safety Housing Lead @Doncaster Council
Doncaster, GB
As the registered provider of social housing, I am responsible for assisting, supporting, and providing assurance to the Accountable Person (AP) and Principal Accountable Person (PAP) at the local authority. My role ensures that St Leger Homes, the local authority’s arms-length management organisation, effectively discharges its legislative and regulatory duties while managing the social housing stock in compliance with management agreements and service-level agreements.
EDUCATION
University of Hull
Master of Science - MSc, Occupational Health Safety and Enviromental Management
NEBOSH
National General Certificate, Occupational Health and Safety
Fire Protection Association (FPA)
C05 Certificate, Applied Fire Risk Assessment
Grimsby Institute - CATCH Centre of Excellence
NVQ Level 3, Engineering and Erecting Structures
Sheffield Hallam University
HNC, Building/Construction Studies
Sheffield Hallam University
Bachelor of Science - BSc, Project Construction Management (RICS Accredited)
HSE Science and Research Centre
Asbestos – Managing asbestos in domestic and non-domestic premises
York St. John University
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Organisational Leadership
ABOUT BEN MICHAEL DURKIN
I am a highly qualified, experienced, and enthusiastic health, safety, and compliance professional with extensive expertise in construction and project management. My academic qualifications include:•MBA in Leadership (in progress)•MSc in Occupational Health, Safety, & Environmental Management•BSc in Construction Project Management•HNC in Building Studies•NEBOSH General CertificateIn addition, I hold a range of certifications in engineering, rigging/erecting of plant and structures, fire safety, asbestos management, silica dust management, HHSRS, and stock condition, among others.By combining my deep knowledge of safety, compliance, and construction management with skills in strategic planning, risk management, and change management, I have successfully delivered complex projects, mitigated risks, and provided executive-level assurance. My work has earned the trust of diverse stakeholders, from trade staff to directors and elected mayoral leaders.Key Contributions:•Advising on strategic occupational and building safety decisions as a trusted expert.•Designing and implementing survey tools to proactively manage compliance for damp and mould.•Conducting audits, inspections, and data analysis to help organisations prepare for regulatory visits.•Developing rescue and recovery plans for fire risk assessments, flooding, and asbestos compliance.•Collaborating with local fire and rescue services to strengthen risk mitigation and emergency planning.•Leading governance initiatives for management organisations within local authorities and the Crown Estate.•Oversaw Fire Risk Appraisals of External Walls (FRAEW) for multiple high-rise residential buildings, developing mitigating controls to manage risk until remediation is complete. •Monitored the strip and replacement of external wall systems, ensuring compliance with CDM Regulations and relevant BBA certification. My approach is grounded in collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to creating safer, more resilient environments. I thrive on tackling challenges that make a tangible difference in safety and compliance outcomes.Let’s connect to explore how my expertise can support your organisation or projects.
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