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Position: Lead Auditor
Location: Peterborough with hybrid working available
Salary Guide: 55-65k (Neg DOE), Car/Allowance and excellent benefits package
Our Client: Is an integrated design and build solution provider operating in the water sector. They have over 1,000 staff working across eight regional centres, primarily supporting eight long term water sector frameworks operating both on their own and increasingly in joint ventures and alliances.
Our client is part of Anglian Water's @one Alliance.
The Alliance is set to deliver a record 2.6 billion of the water company's overall investment in AMP8, with much of this work specifically targeted at protecting and enhancing the East of England's natural environment and providing resilience to climate change. This investment portfolio forms part of Anglian Water's wider, record 9 billion proposed plans for AMP8, which will see a huge programme of much-needed investment between 2025 and 2030.
The Role: This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the most successful, award-winning, and progressive water sector capital delivery organisations. You'll play a key role in ensuring compliance, risk management, and process improvements, working closely with key stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and best practice across the Alliance.
Ensure the effective planning, execution, and delivery of internal audits across operations. This role is critical in maintaining the integrity, efficiency, and regulatory compliance of industry-leading water infrastructure projects.
Responsibilities:
1. Audit Planning & Management and System Improvements
Develop an internal assurance planning and reporting process in line with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards.
Design and execute operational audits to ensure compliance with the Alliance Management System (AMS).
Identify risks, recommend corrective actions, and drive operational efficiency.
- Stakeholder & Team Leadership
Lead and mentor the internal audit team, ensuring best practice is followed.
Engage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to enhance the audit process.
Act as the primary liaison with external auditors and certification bodies.
Promote a culture of learning, transparency, and continuous improvement across the Alliance.
3. Performance Trending & Data Analytics
Conduct macro-trend analysis of audit results to identify recurring issues and systemic risks.
Utilise key tools such as AMS, Power BI, and data analytics platforms to track performance.
Analyse KPIs to enhance processes and improve project execution.
Experience: Experience leading audits/audit teams, including 2nd or 3rd party audits
Knowledge of quality audit processes in construction (ideally in the water industry)
Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001
Lead Auditor Qualification
CSCS competence card
Skills: Strong leadership and people management skills
Open, honest, and clear communicator
Ability to influence leaders, managers, and frontline workers
Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
Active listening and ability to engage teams effectively
High level of attention to detail and accuracy
At @one Alliance, you'll be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team that is shaping the future of the UK's water infrastructure. We offer a collaborative and innovative working environment, where your expertise will be valued and your ideas will drive meaningful change.
Purpose-driven work: Shape the future of water sustainability and infrastructure.
Industry-leading innovation: Work on major, cutting-edge projects.
Collaborative culture: Engage with expert teams and stakeholders.
Career development: Grow your expertise and leadership in a dynamic environment.
Package includes: A competitive salary
Car/car allowance
Bonus
25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy)
Contribution Pension scheme
Life Assurance, Health Insurance
Private medical Insurance
And many more benefits including - cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, kids pass etc.
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