About the Position

IATF Lead Auditor

All locations

New Delhi, India
Chennai, India
Pune, India

Position type: Full Time

Contract type: Permanent Employee

Job ID: 6796

About the Role

As an IATF Lead Auditor, you will conduct audits within the automotive sector, on behalf of DNV, and will be responsible for documentation and reporting. You will liaise closely with clients at all levels of management, establish audit plans, and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and timeframes. You will also work together with our program manager to further develop the business. You can be based anywhere in India.

DNV is looking for an IATF 16949 Lead Auditor who can:

Independently lead third-party automotive audits
Maintain appropriate auditor credentials / qualifications and pursue advancement of those credentials and other related credentials as needed
Represent DNV professionally with top management at client sites
Interact directly with all levels of client management in developing timely, complete and accurate reports of their current level of compliance or implementation of their management system and release reports to customers as per timelines.
Deliver high-quality audit reports, documentation, and certification decisions
Timely review of customer corrective actions/closure and approvals for the issue of certificates.
Manage audit teams and larger certification projects
Contribute beyond delivery by supporting business development with the Scheme manager
Balance technical rigor + customer focus + time pressure

Requirements

Successfully completed IATF 16949 3rd Party New Auditor Training (4 days) and passed all exams and assessments with 6-AUD (ADP Green status)
Four (4) years full-time appropriate practical experience (including two (2) years dedicated to automotive quality management systems)
Knowledge of the automotive core tools
Conducted at least six (6) ISO 9001 third-party audits in manufacturing industries, with at least three (3) as audit team leader
Fluent and good knowledge of the English language
Demonstrated evidence of excellent communication, relationship management, and conflict resolution
Ability to build good relationships with customers
Ability to coordinate, manage an Auditors Team assigned
Strong and proven attitude to auditing, including mobility, flexibility, working under pressure, respect of deadlines, relations with clients, etc.

We Offer

A strong company culture with an emphasis on competence development
Great colleagues who value teamwork and support
Attractive total compensation package
International working environment
Flexible working hours and focus on work/life balance
Interesting and challenging customers and projects, both national and international
Be part of a world-leading company that has a global reach with more than 12,000 employees around the world and is headquartered in Norway
The possibility to grow and develop your competencies and ambitions within DNV

Benefits may vary based on position, tenure/contract/grade level

About the Company

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About Business Assurance

We help companies ensure compliance, build high-performing management systems, and meet competence needs within a wide range of industries. Working with us, you can be involved in technically challenging and innovative projects worldwide demanding a broad variety of expertise. Our strong focus on research and innovation opens an array of opportunities, and allows you to engage in projects which develop next-generation solutions and manage their risk picture through our management system certification and training portfolios.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.

Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.

Application Process

You can apply directly through our careers page by submitting your CV and any other documents we require (i.e., university diplomas/transcripts; visas; previous employment reference letters*). Make sure your application is fully completed, and you tailor it to the specific job listing.

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What types of interviews might I undergo?

Depending on your role, our interview process may include initial phone screenings, video conferences, and in-person interviews, focusing on both your technical abilities and our shared values. You can ask your recruiter specifically about the interview process for your role.

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The timeline can vary but we make every effort to reply to each candidate as soon as possible and keep everyone up-to-date with where they are in the recruitment process.

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Are there any fees involved in your recruitment process?

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