Scheme Manager – QHSE

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SGS is recruiting a Scheme Manager for QHSE in Johannesburg to manage its quality, environment, health and safety certification products and the auditors who deliver them. The role supports the technical manager with audit planning, auditor competency records and accreditation work for ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001. It requires maintaining lead auditor status for at least one applicable standard, and suits someone strong in record-keeping and document control.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Manage QHSE certification products and the auditor team against applicable standards and SGS procedures
• Manage auditors day to day, and support them with administrative, IT and audit issues
• Assist with audit planning, audit programs, auditor onboarding and auditor training
• Maintain local accreditation for ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001, and take part in assessments and internal audits

Requirements

• Maintain lead auditor status for at least one of the applicable standards
• Strong data accuracy, record-keeping and document control skills
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage several tasks
• Clear written and verbal communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Qualifications

• Advanced understanding of one or more technical areas in quality, environment, health and safety
• Ability to train auditors and staff on SGS business assurance systems

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