Lead Auditor

Job Summary:

To lead and execute Line of Defense (LOD) and other audits across all operational sites, ensuring first-line compliance with internal controls, sustainability standards, and certification requirements. The role ensures early detection of non-compliance, process gaps, and operational risks, driving continual improvement and audit readiness across all facilities.

Job requirement:

• Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in internal, sustainability or operational audits.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities for cross-functional coordination.
• Ability to manage multiple site audits and prioritize critical areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, Lead and execute the annual audit schedules across all sites and business functions.
• Verify adherence to internal SOPs, internal standards and local regulatory obligations.
• Act as the first line of defense to ensure continuous compliance with respect to defined terms of reference.
• Identify gaps before external audits and facilitate timely corrective actions.
• Document non-conformities, observations, and improvement opportunities with clear root-cause analysis.
• Coordinate with respective departments for corrective/preventive action (CAPA) closure and verify effectiveness.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of existing operational controls and recommend improvements.
• Prepare clear, concise audit reports with key findings, risks, and recommendations.
• Work closely with site teams, coordinators, and HSSE team members for smooth audit execution.
• Support training and awareness programs to strengthen internal control understanding and audit preparedness.
• Report audit CAPA status to the Leadership Team.