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.