NQA UK Regional Assessor (Aerospace)

NQA
Dunstable
1 month ago
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NQA UK Regional Assessor (Aerospace)

We are looking for Aerospace Assessors from the UK.

The purpose of this role is to undertake visits to NQA clients in accordance with work schedules in an efficient and professional manner within the scope of accreditation.

For this position, you will have significant experience within the aerospace, space or defence industry. You will also have auditing experience and a strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100. It is desirable to have knowledge of other ISO standards.

Assessors are professionally qualified in accordance with NQA requirements to carry out management system visits for aerospace management systems standards.

This role requires specialised experience including technical, administrative and customer service skills. The Aerospace Assessor is required to work within specific criteria and guidance given in the company documentation.

Dimensions:

There are no direct reports or budgetary responsibilities associated with this role.

Aerospace Assessors are home based employees who have responsibility for the safe upkeep of all business equipment supplied including car, computer, phone/fax etc.

The role can require extensive travel time / nights away within the UK and Overseas thus requiring flexibility in periodic absence from home.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

To assess a client’s documented management system to ensure compliance with recognized accreditation standards.

To perform management systems assessments and surveillance visits in a timely manner in accordance with the visit schedule.

To arrange and attend client visits in a timely manner and give appropriate feedback to the client.

To prepare and submit a visit report using various reporting platforms including OASIS database and includes recommendations regarding the issue and withdrawal of certificates.

To provide professional advice to Customer Operations Staff.

To ensure that stage 1 and 2 assessments, surveillance activities and recertification visits comply with the requirements of the Management Systems Manual.

To comply with the requirements of the Health and Safety policy and manage risk within their area of the business.

To undertake any other duties as appropriate within their competence, as required by their Head of Unit from time to time.

Essential Requirements:

Direct Aerospace or Defence industry work experience.

Broad knowledge and practical experience of third-party accreditation.

AATT training and examination pass.

AEA status maintained on OASIS (AS9100 at a minimum, AS9110 and AS9120 desirable).

Understanding of Aerospace regulatory environment including AS 9104 series standards.

Demonstratable knowledge of relevant management standards.

Substantial previous working experience and knowledge of auditing and understanding of Management Systems.

Excellent communication skills.

NQA offers promising careers for professionals with growth opportunities for the future. Please contact us with any questions you may have or email your CV directly to GemmaWhitfield.

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