About the Role / About the Job
We are seeking a qualified candidate to execute the approved integrated management system audit plan and conduct scheduled internal audits of the company in a timely manner. The role involves performing various types of audits, documenting findings, and ensuring compliance with management systems and guideline standards.
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Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Execute the approved integrated management system audit plan and conduct scheduled internal audits of the company in a timely manner.
- Conduct special audits as directed by the Senior Manager, Quality.
- Prepare audit checklists that include project contracts, ISO standards, EIAC, and other requirements reflecting targeted operations.
- Document internal audit findings and prepare recommended opportunities for improvement (OFIs) and/or corrective actions when required to correct a non-conformance.
- Prepare and distribute the minutes of meetings for internal audits to the auditees when needed.
- Maintain the status of, and follow up/track corrective actions and opportunities for improvement to completion, and verify them in a timely manner.
- Perform site visits in different locations throughout the UAE.
- Maintain and update Corrective Action Requests (CARs) and Opportunities for Improvement (OFIs) logs.
- Assist with the preparation of external audits as directed by the Supervisor, QA Audit, Assistant Manager, QA, and Senior Manager, Quality.
- Assist in training and providing awareness for all employees in preparation for external audits.
- Assist with creating trend analysis reports of internal audit processes as directed by the Supervisor, QA Audit, Assistant Manager, QA, and Senior Manager, Quality.
- Maintain the confidentiality and security of all company information.
- Understand the management-approved Risk Framework and actively participate in the Risk Management Program.
- Identify and report potential risks related to QHSE, legal, and contractual aspects while performing IMS audits.
- Verify the auditee department’s Risk and Opportunity Log to ensure that mitigation plans are implemented.
- Support other members of the internal audit team in fulfilling their roles.
- Perform other duties as required by line manager and/or department managers.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma is required; a bachelor’s degree in engineering is preferred.
- Two to four years of experience working in a quality auditing role is required.
- Two to four years of experience as a multi-skilled specialist auditing in a technical field is preferred.
- Auditor certification in the most up-to-date Management System (e.g. ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001) and ISO/IEC 17025 is required; Lead Auditor certification is preferred.
- Ability to understand audit reference materials and standards, including but not limited to ASQ Quality 101, ISO 19011, ISO 31073, ISO 17043, and certification and accreditation body guidelines.
- A strong understanding of management systems and guideline standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 10015, ISO 31000, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO/IEC 17025), along with good knowledge of auditing procedures, is required.
- The ability to assess policies, procedures, and processes for compliance with management systems and guideline standards is required.
- Ability to produce trend analysis reports is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail, organisation, problem-solving, and analytical skills are preferred.
- Experience with Microsoft Office software and email correspondence is required.
- An ability to interact with both technical and non-technical personnel is preferred.
- A strong grasp of the English language is required.
- Must have, or be able to obtain, a valid UAE driver’s license.
