ISO Lead Auditor

Position

Lead Auditor / Auditor – Management System Certification

Job Type

Full-Time

Role Overview

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Lead Auditor / Auditor to conduct management system audits in accordance with ISO standards and certification body requirements. The candidate will be responsible for planning, conducting, reporting, and closing audits while ensuring compliance with accreditation and certification requirements.

Key Responsibilities

· Conduct Stage 1, Stage 2, Surveillance, and Recertification audits.

· Perform audits against ISO standards such as:

o ISO 9001:2015 (QMS)

o ISO 14001:2015 (EMS)

o ISO/IEC 27001:2022 (ISMS)

o ISO 45001:2018 (OH&S)

· Prepare audit plans, audit reports, and nonconformity reports.

· Review documented information, procedures, policies, and compliance records.

· Verify implementation and effectiveness of management systems.

· Identify nonconformities, observations, and opportunities for improvement.

· Conduct opening and closing meetings with clients.

· Ensure audits are completed within timelines and accreditation requirements.

· Maintain impartiality, confidentiality, and professional ethics during audits.

· Support technical review and certification decision processes when required.

Required Skills

· Strong knowledge of ISO standards and auditing techniques.

· Experience in certification audits and management systems.

· Knowledge of risk-based thinking and process approach.

· Excellent communication and report-writing skills.

· Ability to conduct onsite and remote audits.

· Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.

· Client handling and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent qualification.

· Certified Lead Auditor qualification (ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 / ISO 27001 / ISO 45001 preferred).

· Knowledge of IAF, accreditation, and certification body requirements is an advantage.

Experience

· 2–10 years of experience in auditing, compliance, or management systems.

· Experience with certification bodies preferred.

· Experience conducting third-party audits is an added advantage.

Preferred Keywords for Hiring Platforms

ISO Lead Auditor, Certification Auditor, QMS Auditor, EMS Auditor, ISMS Auditor, IMS Auditor, Compliance Auditor, Stage 1 Audit, Stage 2 Audit, Surveillance Audit, CAPA, Risk Assessment, Certification Body Auditor.

Professional Profile Summary

“Experienced ISO Lead Auditor with expertise in conducting Stage 1, Stage 2, Surveillance, and Recertification audits for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO/IEC 27001, and ISO 45001 standards. Skilled in audit planning, compliance evaluation, NC reporting, CAPA verification, and management system assessment.”