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Lead Auditor
Lead Auditor
Department: Audit
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Reading, UK
Reporting To: Regional Operations Manager
About ISOQAR
At ISOQAR, we draw on our experience, knowledge, and ambition to empower organisations to achieve their highest potential. Through our robust portfolio of progressive solutions, comprehensive range of certifications, and industry-leading insights, we lead by example to amplify excellence within the organisations we support.
About the Role
Due to continued growth, we are expanding our Lead Auditor team in the South West. Our Lead Auditors work with a diverse client base spanning construction, manufacturing, chemicals, facilities management, engineering, transport, and warehousing among others. You will deliver independent, evidence-based third-party audits that provide organisations with clear insights into the effectiveness of their management systems.
We are particularly interested in individuals with:
- Strong hands-on industry experience
- Sound understanding of operational environments, compliance frameworks, and regulatory requirements
Previous auditing experience is advantageous but not essential. Following Global and Divisional inductions, you will complete a structured 12-week training programme combining structured learning, supervised on-site audit experience, and shadowing. This programme leads to certification in:
- ISO 9001 (Quality Management Systems)
- ISO 14001 (Environmental Management Systems)
- ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems)
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Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Plan, conduct, and lead independent third-party audits
- Gather objective evidence and prepare clear, impartial audit reports
- Host opening and closing meetings to communicate findings
- Build and maintain professional client relationships
- Continuously develop your knowledge of the industry and evolving standards
- Complete auditor training and achieve your Lead Auditor qualifications (supported by ISOQAR)
Requirements
- Hands-on operational experience from relevant industries (construction, engineering, manufacturing, etc.)
- Strong understanding of how organisations operate day-to-day
- Essential skills and abilities:
- Strong communication skills
- Analytical thinking
- Clear and accurate report writing
- Professional and methodical approach
- Comfort with regional and national travel (including occasional overnight stays)
- Full UK driving licence
- Demonstrates integrity and technical knowledge
- Ability to deliver high-quality, value-adding audit reports
Benefits
Personal Health & Wellbeing
We prioritise your well-being through:
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- 🍼 Enhanced Parental Leave
- 🌴 Generous annual leave
- 🏥 Healthcare Plan
- 💟 Annual Giving Day – an extra day to give back to yourself or your community
- 🚗 Car Allowance or Company Car
Future Planning
- 💰 Pension scheme with employer contributions
- 🧬 Life Assurance (up to 3X base salary)
- 💸 Rewards Programme – access to discounts and cashback
- 🏫 LinkedIn Learning License for upskilling & professional development
Equal Opportunities
Bring Your Whole Self To Work.
ISOQAR is proudly an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring that no candidate is discriminated against on any grounds, including gender identity, race, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, colour, region, creed, national origin, or sex.
We create an inclusive environment where everyone feels safe and empowered to be themselves.
What To Expect During the Hiring Process
- Application response: Within 15 working days
- Interview process:
- Initial discovery call with the recruiter
- Competency-based interview with stakeholders closely aligned to the role
If you need any adjustments to feel at your best during this process, please let us know.
Interested but unsure if you meet all requirements? We’ll assess each application individually and consider if we can provide the right support to help you develop for this role.
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