Internal Controls Specialist (Auditor)

Confidential Company; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company seeks an experienced IMS leader to drive internal controls, audits, and ISO-aligned compliance across projects in Abu Dhabi. You will manage CAPAs, maintain records, and develop documentation while guiding staff in QHSE best practices.

Ideal candidate has UAE regulatory knowledge, strong leadership, and proven ability to train and coordinate multiple departments for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Progressive IMS leadership or audit experience; familiarity with IT integrations is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of UAE regulations (OSHAD) and local authority standards.
• Experience developing documentation, conducting training, and leading cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Implement, assess and monitor internal controls and IMS performance.
• Lead process, compliance, and system audits across departments and projects.
• Identify gaps, track CAPA closure and maintain audit records.
• Develop and maintain IMS procedures to stay ISO-aligned.
• Prepare audit reports and support closure of findings with stakeholders.
• Lead training programs and onboarding for IMS compliance.

Skills

IMS leadership

Auditing expertise

Regulatory knowledge UAE

OSHA, OSHAD familiarity

Documentation & training

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership & mentoring

Audit reporting & root cause

Strategic planning

Change management

Job description

• Implementation, assessment, and monitoring of internal controls.
• Lead and conduct process, compliance, and system audits across all departments and projects against established departmental processes and procedures.
• Identify gaps, non-conformities, and areas for improvement; track closure of corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Maintain the internal audit database and records in alignment with ISO and client audit requirements.
• Define and monitor quality objectives and performance indicators across departments.
• Ensure alignment of company policies and procedures.
• Develop, implement, and maintain the company’s compliance in line with ISO standards.
• Plan, schedule, and lead internal audits as per the approved audit plan.
• Prepare audit reports and support departments in closing out findings effectively.
• Maintain and continually improve the company’s Integrated Management System (IMS) in compliance with ISO requirements.
• Provide technical support to departments for embedding QHSE practices into operational processes.
• Monitor compliance with documentation standards across all departments.
• Ensure all related documents, procedures, and manuals are up-to-date, controlled, and accessible.
• Manage document lifecycle including issuance, review, and archival of records at defined intervals.
• Design and deliver IMS training programs to staff, subcontractors, and key stakeholders.
• Conduct onboarding IMS inductions and refresher sessions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to collect monthly KPIs related to quality, compliance, and performance.
• Analyze trends and support data-driven decision-making.
• Prepare documentation for and facilitate Management Review Meetings.
• Supervise and guide HSE Officers across projects/sites to ensure effective implementation of safety protocols.
• Monitor and analyze incident reports, near misses, and unsafe acts; ensure timely investigations and root cause analysis.
• Lead emergency preparedness and response drills in coordination with site teams and local authorities.
• Liaise with certification bodies and government regulators to achieve and maintain ISO certifications.
• Coordinate external audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
• Support client audits and documentation submissions related to IMS and compliance.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in IMS leadership or auditing roles, with exps with an IT system Integrator added advantage.

• Strong knowledge of UAE federal regulations, OSHAD, and local authority HSE standards.

• Preferred background in IT, tech, or high-growth industry.

• Experience in developing documentation, conducting training, and engaging cross-functional teams.

• Deep knowledge of projects, key departmental processes such as Pre-sales, IT Operations, HR, Procurement, IT, ISO standards, internal audit cycles, and document control systems.

• Strong understanding of legal and regulatory compliance, especially OSHAD and industry-specific standards.

• Proficient in incident investigation, root cause analysis tools, and risk assessment frameworks.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and facilitation skills.

• Strategic planning and problem-solving skills.

• Change management and stakeholder influence.

• Report writing and audit documentation.

• Decision-making under pressure.

• Team leadership and mentoring.