Lead Auditor - ISO 9001

Job Title: ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Location: Abingdon, Oxfordshire (UK) Employment Type: Full-time / Permanent About the Role We are seeking an experienced ISO 9001 Lead Auditor to join our team in Abingdon. This role is ideal for a quality professional with a strong background in highly regulated industries such as Nuclear, Oil and Gas, or Pharmaceuticals. You will play a key role in maintaining and improving our Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standards and industry-specific regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities Plan, lead, and conduct internal and supplier audits in accordance with ISO 9001 standards Manage audit schedules, reports, and follow-up corrective actions Ensure compliance with regulatory and customer requirements within highly regulated environments Support external audits conducted by certification bodies and clients Identify risks, non-conformities, and opportunities for continuous improvement Provide guidance and training to internal teams on quality standards and audit readiness Maintain and improve QMS documentation and processes Requirements Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor (IRCA or equivalent) Proven experience auditing within highly regulated industries (Nuclear, Oil and Gas, or Pharmaceuticals) Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 standards and quality management systems Experience with regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication skills Ability to work ..... full job details .....