Lead Auditor

EcoOils; Negeri Sembilan; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

EcoOils in Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia seeks a Audit Lead to head Line of Defense and other audits across all sites, ensuring first-line compliance with internal controls, sustainability standards, and certification requirements. The role focuses on early detection of non-compliance, process gaps, and operational risks to drive continuous improvement and audit readiness.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field, with 5+ years in internal,

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in internal, sustainability or operational audits.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities for cross-functional coordination.
• Ability to manage multiple site audits and prioritize critical areas.

Responsibilities

• Develop, Lead and execute the annual audit schedules across all sites and business functions.
• Verify adherence to internal SOPs, internal standards and local regulatory obligations.
• Act as the first line of defense to ensure continuous compliance with defined terms of reference.
• Identify gaps before external audits and facilitate timely corrective actions.
• Document non-conformities, observations, and improvement opportunities with clear root-cause analysis.
• Coordinate with respective departments for corrective/preventive action (CAPA) closure and verify effectiveness.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of existing operational controls and recommend improvements.
• Prepare clear, concise audit reports with key findings, risks, and recommendations.
• Work closely with site teams, coordinators, and HSSE team members for smooth audit execution.
• Support training and awareness programs to strengthen internal control understanding and audit preparedness.
• Report audit CAPA status to the Leadership Team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Report writing

Interpersonal communication

Cross-functional coordination

Audit management

Education

Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, or related field

Job description

To lead and execute Line of Defense (LOD) and other audits across all operational sites, ensuring first-line compliance with internal controls, sustainability standards, and certification requirements. The role ensures early detection of non-compliance, process gaps, and operational risks, driving continual improvement and audit readiness across all facilities.

Job requirement:

• Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in internal, sustainability or operational audits.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities for cross-functional coordination.
• Ability to manage multiple site audits and prioritize critical areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, Lead and execute the annual audit schedules across all sites and business functions.
• Verify adherence to internal SOPs, internal standards and local regulatory obligations.
• Act as the first line of defense to ensure continuous compliance with respect to defined terms of reference.
• Identify gaps before external audits and facilitate timely corrective actions.
• Document non-conformities, observations, and improvement opportunities with clear root-cause analysis.
• Coordinate with respective departments for corrective/preventive action (CAPA) closure and verify effectiveness.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of existing operational controls and recommend improvements.
• Prepare clear, concise audit reports with key findings, risks, and recommendations.
• Work closely with site teams, coordinators, and HSSE team members for smooth audit execution.
• Support training and awareness programs to strengthen internal control understanding and audit preparedness.
• Report audit CAPA status to the Leadership Team.