At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct external audits and ensure compliance with industry standards across the UK and internationally.
- Company: Join SGS, the global leader in testing, inspection, and certification.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private medical cover, generous leave, and performance bonuses.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for career growth and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on product safety and quality while travelling the world.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Lead Auditor with strong knowledge of ISO standards required.
The predicted salary is between 37800 - 46200 £ per year.
We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 100,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.
SGS's C&P (Consumer and Products) services help businesses ensure product safety, quality, and compliance through testing, inspection, certification, and auditing—covering everything from manufacturing to distribution across various consumer goods sectors.
We are seeking an experienced External Quality Lead Auditor to deliver QAN/QAR and related audits across the UK (30%) and internationally (70%). This role plays a key part in ensuring compliance with industry standards and supporting clients in maintaining high-quality, safe operations. You will contribute to strengthening SGS's reputation for excellence through robust audit delivery and customer focus.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and conduct external audits for manufacturing auditing systems, in line with BS EN IEC 80079-34 and other relevant schemes (CCC, Korean, North American, etc.).
- Evaluate compliance against documented processes and identify nonconformities, risks and improvement opportunities.
- Produce clear, accurate audit reports and verify the effectiveness of corrective actions.
- Maintain audit schedules, records, and documentation in line with accreditation requirements.
- Champion a strong customer service and quality culture while ensuring compliance with SGS policies and integrity standards.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for this role is someone who has experience in delivering third-party audits within engineering or hazardous area environments, with a strong understanding of quality management systems and compliance standards. You will also have the following:
- Proven experience as a Lead Auditor (minimum 2 years).
- Strong knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and audit principles, techniques, and practices.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and report-writing skills.
- High attention to detail, integrity, and ability to manage multiple audits effectively.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively (UK and internationally).
Desirable:
- Knowledge of EN ISO/IEC 80079-34 and hazardous area standards (IEC 60079 series).
- Experience within ATEX, UKEx or IECEx environments.
- Engineering background with relevant industry exposure.
- Higher qualification (e.g. MSc, MBA) or professional membership.
Additional Information:
At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:
- Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria).
- Private medical cover (immediate access).
- Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance.
- Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays.
- An additional day off for your birthday.
- Retailer Discounts.
- Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay.
- Length of Service Awards.
- Christmas Vouchers.
- Health & Wellbeing initiatives.
- Discounted Gym Membership.
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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External Quality Auditor in High Peak employer: SGS
SGS in Bar Hill is an excellent employer that values its employees by offering a competitive pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance that increases with service. The work culture promotes professional growth through necessary training and development opportunities, making it an ideal place for individuals seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in a supportive environment.
