At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead assessments and coordinate teams to ensure top-notch health & safety management.
- Company: Join the UK's leading accreditation body, dedicated to quality and safety.
- Benefits: Home-based role with travel opportunities and a focus on work-life balance.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace that values unique backgrounds and experiences.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in health & safety while fostering a culture of belonging.
- Qualifications: Experience in ISO standards and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 11 - 11 £ per hour.
The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) is seeking a skilled and experienced candidate to take on the exciting and varied role of Assessment Manager within our Corporate team, with a specific focus on Health & Safety Management Systems (ISO 45001).
To be successful in this role, you will:
- Have a strong working knowledge of either ISO/IEC 17021 and its implementation.
- Be customer-focused with excellent interpersonal, communication and organisation skills.
- Have relevant hands-on experience, a broad knowledge of your sector and a good understanding of modern quality management systems in organisations.
- Have experience in organisation auditing or assessment.
- Have a mindset of adding value.
- Be educated to degree level. This is desirable, but not essential. Practical experience in a relevant discipline will also be taken into consideration.
The post calls for someone with a genuine passion for quality and a strong track record of health & safety management systems, ideally with experience of working within an accredited body. The work will be both engaging and rewarding. This is an opportunity to work in the public interest for the world’s leading accreditation body.
The Assessment Manager is the key focal point for customers. You’ll be expected to meet their reasonable accreditation expectations with objectivity, diligence, and excellent customer service. The Assessment Manager will also be responsible for:
- Selecting assessment teams.
- Establishing the assessment approach.
- Leading the assessment and coordinating the team.
- Collating and reporting each assessment.
- Progressing each assessment project from start to finish.
This is a home-based position that involves extensive travel, mainly within the UK, with frequent overnight stays.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: Fostering a Culture of Belonging UKAS is proud to be the United Kingdom’s sole Accreditation Body. We wouldn’t be able to do what we do without a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experiences. UKAS is committed to promoting a culture of belonging and values the differences and uniqueness that everyone brings to the organisation. We welcome candidates across all types of backgrounds, circumstances, and identities to support our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) commitments.
Assessment Manager - Health & Safety ISO 45001 in Staines employer: UKAS
UKAS is an excellent employer for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the IT sector. With a strong focus on employee development and a collaborative work culture, you will have the opportunity to grow your skills while contributing to vital IT initiatives. Located in a dynamic environment, UKAS offers unique advantages such as exposure to diverse projects and a commitment to governance standards, making it an ideal place for ambitious professionals.
