Compliance Auditor II

Engineers and Geoscientists BC; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 99,000 - 110,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Transit reimbursement

Parking

Job summary

Engineers and Geoscientists BC is seeking a Compliance Auditor II to join our Burnaby team on a contract through June 2027. The role focuses on planning, scheduling, and executing compliance audits, both individually and in teams, with responsibility for audit reports and program improvements.

Ideal candidates will have a engineering/geoscience background, active professional registration, and IRCA/ISO 9001 Lead Auditor credentials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Geoscience required.
• Registered professional with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (P.Eng., P.L.Eng., P.Geo., or P.L.Geo.).
• IRCA-registered ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor.
• 7+ years with engineering/geoscience professionals.
• 6+ years writing formal technical reports.
• 6+ years scheduling/project management experience.
• 2+ years auditing organizations for ISO 9001 or IRCA-equivalent.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to mentor trainees and work in teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and execute compliance audits (team and individual).
• Lead multi-auditor teams for large firm audits.
• Prepare and submit audit reports with minimal input.
• Provide guidance on regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Deliver presentations and training on the audit program.
• Support registrants with regulatory questions.
• Improve audit programs via feedback and refinements.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Auditing

Lead Auditor

Communication skills

Project management

Microsoft Office

Training/mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Geoscience

IRCA Lead Auditor certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

Engineers and Geoscientists BC is currently searching for a Compliance Auditor II to join our team in Burnaby on a contract until June 2027!

This role's primary responsibility is to plan, schedule, and execute compliance audits. This will be done both individually and as part of a compliance audit team (when auditing large firms). The Compliance Auditor II will also work on continuous improvement of policies and procedures related to the compliance audit program, and will support registrants, both individuals and firms, by answering questions and providing guidance related to the regulatory requirements of the Compliance Audit Program. The Compliance Auditor II will lead multi-auditor teams for large firm audits, conduct individual and firm practice reviews, and mentor and assist in the assessment of Level 1 auditors.

We are looking for auditors who have strong communication skills, flourish in a people-facing role, and enjoy working as part of a strong team. The successful candidate would help guide and support the professional practice of engineering and geoscience in the province.

Our organization - one of BC's Top Employers – offers a competitive salary, comprehensive and generous benefits, an inclusive culture, and a hybrid work environment. Full details on our compensation and benefits value offering can be found below.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Assists in the planning, delivery, and maintenance of the Registrant Firm Compliance Audit Program, and the Individual Registrant Compliance Audit Program.
• Interprets and applies regulatory and industry requirements to moderately complex situations, ensuring compliance with the Professional Governance Act and Engineers and Geoscientists BC’s bylaws. Exercises sound judgment and works independently on routine matters, seeking guidance for highly complex or novel issues.
• Manages interactions with registrants who may be uncooperative or resistant, applying conflict resolution techniques to reduce tension and maintain a professional dialogue. Seeks guidance for highly escalated or hostile situations.
• Applies regulatory requirements to routine and moderately complex situations to ensure compliance and uphold professional standards. Contributes to the development of best practices and provides input that supports consistent interpretation across similar cases.
• Collects, analyzes, and synthesizes information on regulatory and compliance issues from various sources. Prepares summaries and recommendations for review by senior staff, ensuring accuracy and completeness before escalation.
• Plans and carries out individual compliance audits and firm compliance audits, with a target of 70 per year.
• Acts as Lead Auditor for Moderate Complexity Audits, and for audits requiring multiple auditors.
• Prepares and submits compliance audit reports with minimal input from other audit staff.
• Acts as an audit quality reviewer primarily focusing on identifying errors and consistent assessment of regulatory requirements.
• Independently processes and follows up on corrective actions identified during compliance audits.
• Provide advice and ongoing support to individual and firm registrants with respect to audits.
• Assists in the improvement of the registrant firm and individual registrant compliance audit programs by obtaining feedback from auditees and identifying areas for refinement.
• Deliver presentations and training sessions on the audit program and related topics, as required.
• Other duties as assigned by direct leader and, as appropriate, members of the departmental leadership team.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

The successful applicant will possess the following:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Geoscience is required.
• Required to be a registered professional with, or eligible to be registered with, Engineers and Geoscientists BC (P.Eng., P.L.Eng., P.Geo., or P.L.Geo.).
• ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor registered with International Register of Certificated Auditors (IRCA).
• 7+ years working with engineering/geoscience professionals in a firm where the practice of professional engineering/geoscience is the core aspect of their operations.
• 6+ years experience writing and submitting formal technical reports.
• 6+ years of scheduling/project management experience.
• 2+ years experience auditing organizations for compliance to ISO 9001 (or IRCA-acceptable alternative standards).
• Technical analysis and writing skills.
• Effective communication skills, including experience deescalating tense interactions with clients, registrants, auditees, and/or public.
• Experience working within a team environment to complete and report on the progress of complex projects.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Products including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Experience mentoring trainees e.g. Engineers In Training, Geoscientist In Training, or junior auditors.
• Public speaking skills; experience delivering presentations online and in person.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

Each member of our team contributes to public safety in BC and helps us deliver on our vision of "modern regulation for a resilient world." We serve the public as an inclusive, progressive, and future-focused regulator. Our Strategic Plan also places priority on our role to advance climate action, foster equity, diversity and inclusion, and move towards reconciliation with Indigenous peoples. At Engineers and Geoscientists BC, we are committed to demonstrating our values of collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.

This role offers a competitive compensation and benefits program including a salary within our hiring range of $99,000 to $110,500 (pro-rated based on the length of contract). For full-time contract employees on this length of contract, we offer:

• 8% additional pay in lieu of benefits.
• 10 vacation days per annum (pro-rated based on the length of contract).
• A flex day program offering additional paid days off (usually alternating Fridays) as a result of a compressed work week.
• A hybrid work model with an assigned schedule confirming days worked remotely and days worked in-office. This role will be required to work in-office a minimum of 2 days per week during regular business operations.
• The required tools, equipment, and technology for employees to work remotely are provided.
• Free parking at the office, or a transit reimbursement offered to employees who take transit to work; we are centrally located near bus and Skytrain stops.

WHO WE ARE

Engineers and Geoscientists BC is proud to be recognized as one of BC's Top Employers.

Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia is the business name of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of the Province of British Columbia. We regulate and govern these professions under the authority of the Professional Governance Act.

We are charged with protecting the public interest by setting and maintaining high academic, experience, and professional practice standards for over 40,000 registrants. Individuals licensed by Engineers and Geoscientists BC are the only persons permitted by law to undertake and assume responsibility for engineering and geoscience projects in BC.

We are a not-for-profit organization governed by a board of elected registrants, licensees, and government appointees. The board is accountable to the public through the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills under the Office of the Superintendent of Professional Governance, for both the governance and management of the organization.

To learn more about our work please visit us at https://www.egbc.ca.