Job Description – ISO 9001 QMS Lead Auditor

Location: Iraq (Nationwide – frequent travel required)
Department: Certification & Compliance Services
Employment Type: Part-time

Position Overview

We are seeking a qualified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor to conduct audits across Iraq for clients in oil & gas, engineering, manufacturing, and service sectors. The auditor will ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS) requirements, identify improvement opportunities, and provide professional audit reports.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, and report ISO 9001:2015 certification and surveillance audits across Iraq.
• Evaluate client QMS processes against ISO standards and identify gaps.
• Prepare detailed audit reports with findings, non-conformities, and recommendations.
• Provide guidance to clients on corrective actions and continual improvement.
• Liaise with Redan Engineering Certification Department and accreditation bodies.
• Travel extensively across Iraq to conduct onsite audits.
• Maintain professional and impartial audit practices in line with international standards.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Mandatory: ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor Certification (IRCA or equivalent recognized body).
• Minimum 3 years of auditing experience in oil & gas, engineering, manufacturing, or service industries.
• Strong knowledge of ISO/IEC 17021 and audit principles.
• Excellent communication, reporting, and analytical skills.
• Fluent in English and Arabic (Kurdish is a plus).
• Willingness to travel across Iraq extensively.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field preferred.