Lead Auditor
Tagaddod is seeking a meticulous and experienced Lead Auditor to join our team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for conducting thorough audits to ensure compliance with our internal policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. You will lead audit teams and liaise with various departments to assess operational efficiencies, compliance.
Responsibilities
1. Audit Planning & Execution (ISO/IEC 17021 Compliant)
Plan, lead, and conduct Stage 1, Stage 2, Surveillance, Recertification, and Special audits.
Perform audits against:
ISO 9001:2015
ISO 14001:2015
ISO 45001:2018
ISO 22301
ISO 50001:2018 (EnMS)
ISO 41001:2018
ISO 55001
ISO 31000
ISO 27001
ISO 20000-1
ISO 10002
ISO 10004
SMETA
Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with:
ISO/IEC 17021-1 requirements
IAF mandatory documents
Accreditation body rules
Internal certification body procedures
Prepare and issue:
Audit plans
Audit reports
Nonconformity reports
Corrective action requests
Audit conclusions
Ensure audit documentation is complete, technically sound, and uploaded within defined timelines.
Maintain internal technical rejection rate below 5%.
2. Impartiality & Compliance
Ensure independence and objectivity in all audit activities.
Identify and declare conflicts of interest.
Uphold confidentiality and certification integrity.
Promote compliance with applicable legal, regulatory, environmental, and OH&S requirements.
3. Technical Review & Certification Support
Perform technical review of audit files where assigned.
Ensure audit evidence adequately supports certification recommendations.
Provide certification recommendations based on objective evidence.
Participate in certification decision support activities when required.
4. Auditor Qualification & Monitoring
Deliver Lead Auditor and Internal Auditor training programs.
Develop and update training materials.
Mentor trainee auditors and evaluate competence.
Conduct witness audits and performance evaluations.
Support auditor qualification in line with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021 competency requirements.
5. Project & Client Management
Lead major audit programs as Project Manager when assigned.
Coordinate audit teams and technical experts.
Provide structured value-added feedback (strengths, risks, improvement opportunities).
Support business development through technical input during client proposals and scope reviews.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in auditing, with a focus on internal audits.
- Professional certifications such as CIA, CISA, or CPA preferred.
- Strong knowledge of auditing standards and regulatory requirements.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with all levels of the organization.
- Proficient in audit software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.