Internal Auditor

Our client a well establish UK & European Engineering/Electrical Consultancy are actively looking to hire an Internal Auditor on a 6 month contractual basis, based from their offices in Staffordshire.

Job Title: Internal Auditor
Location: Stafford, Staffordshire
Duration: 6 Months (initially)
Rate: Competitive Hourly Rates (InsideIR
35)
Job Description:

Our client are seeking an autonomous, senior‑level Internal Auditor to join our project team. As an Internal Auditor your primary objective is to execute our established internal audit plan, ensuring our construction turnkey operations remain fully compliant with ISO 9001 standards. View auditing as a partnership; you will serve as a strategic advisor who identifies opportunities for operational excellence rather than focusing solely on identifying non‑conformities.

You will work closely with Project Managers and Site Leads to ensure our processes add value and support the successful delivery of complex electrical infrastructure projects.

• Execution: Conduct thorough internal audits based on the established plan, focusing on ISO 9001 compliance within our project lifecycle.
• Process Improvement: Translate audit findings into actionable business insights that drive efficiency and reduce operational risk in a construction/turnkey environment.
• Collaborative Reporting: Prepare clear, concise reports that provide value to leadership, focusing on constructive solutions rather than punitive findings.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a subject matter expert to guide team members through compliance challenges, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Standardisation: Ensure quality management practices are consistently applied across both administrative and field‑based electrical project operations.

• Bachelor's degree in Quality Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Significant experience as an Auditor within the construction, energy, or turnkey project management sectors.
• Deep expertise in ISO 9001 standards and quality management systems.
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision, possessing a high degree of professional maturity and a "value‑add" mindset.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with diverse teams, from field personnel to executive management.