Internal Auditor (ISO 9001) in Stafford

Location: Stafford, UK – Contract role (Inside IR35)

Responsibilities:

• Senior-level Internal Auditor to join the client's project team.
• Execute the established internal audit plan, ensuring construction turnkey operations remain fully compliant with ISO 9001 standards.
• Serve as a strategic advisor who identifies opportunities for operational excellence rather than focusing solely on identifying non-conformities.
• Work closely with project managers and site leads to ensure processes add value and support the successful delivery of complex electrical infrastructure projects.
• Conduct thorough internal audits based on the established plan, focusing on ISO 9001 compliance within the project lifecycle.
• Translate audit findings into actionable business insights that drive efficiency and reduce operational risk in a construction/turnkey environment.
• Prepare clear, concise reports that provide value to leadership, focusing on constructive solutions rather than punitive findings.
• Act as a subject matter expert to guide team members through compliance challenges, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure quality management practices are consistently applied across both administrative and field-based electrical project operations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Significant experience as an Auditor within the construction, energy, or turnkey project management sector.
• Deep expertise in ISO 9001 standards and quality management systems.
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision, possessing a high degree of professional maturity and a value-add mindset.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with diverse teams, from field personnel to executive management.