Lead Auditor

Company Description

SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.

At SGS, we have an open corporate and international culture, we offer a dynamic work environment in a leading global company. Our high professional standards and our sustainability approach guarantee you a future-oriented work environment. We invest in our employees for the long term and we are committed to supporting your development within the company.

**Job Description**:

- ** Job Title**: Lead Auditor
- ** Job Type**:Permanent
- ** Hours**: 37.5 hours per week
- ** Travel**:Required as part of role to visit Client sites within the North West
- ** Salary**: As a Lead Auditor, you’ll receive a competitive salary + Company car / allowance

As a Lead Auditor for SGS you’ll be responsible for planning and conducting professional management system audits in accordance SGS’ procedures to enable delivery of assessment and certification services that meet customer requirements and appropriate accreditation standards

You'll also be responsible for:

- Conducting audits (desk-based or on client’s sites) in accordance with established procedures, maintaining a high standard of service delivery that ensures effective customer relationships
- Complete all chargeable work within the required budget and timeframes to ensure customer satisfaction and efficiency of the business
- Ensure completion of all assigned work and relevant documentation in accordance with required procedures and standards to fulfil customer expectations
- Provide accurate and timely reporting as required by line management to assist the planning and management of operations
- Enhance client satisfaction and ensure compliance with standards
- Undertake personal professional development and ensure appropriate training records and personal logs are updated to maintain relevant auditor registrations and relevant industry knowledge

**Qualifications**:
Essential
- GCSE Mathematics & English Language, or equivalent
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Excellent working knowledge of management systems, standards and compliance/auditing techniques
- Effective interpersonal skills, able to develop good working relationships with people at all levels
- Willingness to learn and adapt to change - committed to continuous personal and professional development

Desirable
- First degree, or equivalent - i.e. BA/BSc, HNC, NVQ 5
- CISSP, NEBOSH or other relevant industry qualification
- Registered IRCA lead auditor, or equivalent registration under other recognised body

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