Integrated Management System (IMS) & Compliance Manager

Vaughan Engineering Group Ltd; Antrim and Newtownabbey District; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering contractor in Northern Ireland is seeking an experienced Integrated Management System & Compliance Manager. The role involves managing compliance with ISO standards, leading audits, and fostering a culture of quality improvement. Candidates should have strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and 14001, along with proven experience in maintaining Integrated Management Systems. Offering a full-time position with a negotiable salary and competitive benefits including medical and pension schemes.

Benefits

Company pension

Private medical

32 days of annual leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing or maintaining an Integrated Management System.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO standards.
• Experience leading internal audits and supporting external audits.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve the organization's Integrated Management System.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards and regulations.
• Lead internal audits and manage external certifications.

Skills

Managing Integrated Management System

Knowledge of ISO 9001

Knowledge of ISO 14001

Audit leadership

Regulatory compliance

Strong analytical skills

Effective communication

Job description

Integrated Management System (IMS) & Compliance Manager | Newtownabbey, County Antrim, Northern Ireland

Full Time | Negotiable salary dependant on experience

Established in 1955, Vaughan Engineering Services is a leading mechanical and electrical building services engineering contractor operating throughout the United Kingdom and Ireland.

As a family-owned business, we are proud of our apprenticeship and staff development programs and foster a collaborative, transparent culture focused on quality, safety, and innovation.

Benefits

• Company pension
• Private medical
• 32 days of annual leave

Are you the right person for the job?

You will be an experienced IMS or Compliance professional with strong knowledge of ISO standards and a practical, improvement-focused mindset. You’ll be confident leading audits, managing compliance obligations, and working with teams across the business to embed high standards.

Key Qualifications

• Proven experience managing or maintaining an Integrated Management System
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 (ISO 45001 desirable)
• Experience leading internal audits and supporting external certification audits
• A solid understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving ability
• Strong communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels

Desirable (but not essential)

• Lead Auditor qualification (ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001)
• NEBOSH qualification (where HSE forms part of the IMS)
• Experience within the construction or related industries
• Experience using digital QMS / IMS systems

What will your role look like?

• Developing, maintaining, and continually improving the organisation's Integrated Management System
• Ensuring ongoing compliance with ISO standards and internal governance requirements
• Leading internal audits and coordinating external certification and recertification audits
• Maintaining IMS documentation, policies, procedures, and process controls
• Monitoring statutory, regulatory, and industry compliance requirements
• Managing risk assessments, corrective actions, and compliance registers
• Analysing performance data to identify trends and improvement opportunities
• Supporting departments with SOPs, process documentation, and best practices
• Delivering IMS and compliance training and driving employee awareness
• Reporting compliance status, risks, and improvement actions to senior leadership
• Conducting compliance audits across operational functions, supporting incident investigations, and developing compliance and quality communications where required

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