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Compliance Assistant & Internal Auditor

Location: Motherwell
Salary: Up to £31,000 (Depending on experience)
Hours: Monday–Thursday 8am–5pm, Friday 8am–4pm
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Compliance Assistant & Internal Auditor to join a well-established and forward-thinking organisation within the construction and engineering sector. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on attention to detail, enjoys working across teams, and has a solid grounding in ISO standards and integrated management systems.

About the Role

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you’ll play a key role in maintaining a range of industry certifications, supporting regulatory compliance, and driving continual improvement across the business. The role requires effective coordination of audits, strong documentation skills, and a proactive mindset when it comes to improving internal systems and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support ongoing compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards
• Maintain industry certifications such as CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, and others
• Plan and conduct internal audits across business functions and project sites
• Analyse audit outcomes, identify trends, and recommend areas for improvement
• Produce clear, structured audit reports for stakeholders
• Collaborate with departments to develop and refine policies, procedures, and forms
• Lead management reviews in alignment with business objectives and risk mitigation
• Oversee compliance registers, including legal and environmental aspects
• Complete and submit client pre-qualification documentation in a timely manner
• Support external audit preparation and respond to auditor enquiries confidently

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Internal Auditor (IRCA-approved) in ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001
• Experience managing integrated management systems and external audits
• Excellent IT skills and the ability to manage documentation across multiple platforms
• Strong communication and analytical abilities
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required
• Construction industry experience is advantageous

What’s in it for You

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays
• Additional 5 days holiday after 5 years of service
• Private health insurance

If you're someone who enjoys making a real impact through compliance and continual improvement, and you're looking for a role with variety, responsibility, and flexibility, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Apply today to find out more!

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Legal Information:
We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.

For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.