Lead Social-Compliance Auditor — Independent Audits (Multi-Program)

DQS South Africa (Pty) Ltd.; Schaumburg, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DQS South Africa (Pty) Ltd. seeks a trusted Social Compliance Auditor to independently plan, conduct, and report audits across manufacturing, processing, and distribution facilities.

You will review profiles, interview workers and managers, collect evidence, and deliver clear English audit reports to clients. Required: APSCA CSCA status, at least two years as lead auditor, solid knowledge of international labor standards, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Active APSCA CSCA status in good standing.
• Minimum two years as lead auditor conducting independent social-compliance audits.
• Experience interviewing workers and management, facility tours, document reviews, payroll and wage analysis, working-hours reviews, and OHS assessments.
• Strong knowledge of international labor standards and U.S. requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare for audits by reviewing facility profiles, scope, and standards.
• Conduct independent on-site audits including opening/closing meetings and interviews.
• Assess labor rights, wages, hours, health and safety, and management systems.
• Prepare complete audit reports in English and review evidence with clients.

Skills

Auditing expertise

Interviews

Reporting

Analytical thinking

Time management

Communication

Judgment

Travel readiness

Education

APSCA CSCA certification

Tools

Sedex

RBA

RSCI

SLCP

Job description

DQS South Africa (Pty) Ltd. seeks a trusted Social Compliance Auditor to independently plan, conduct, and report audits across manufacturing, processing, and distribution facilities.

You will review profiles, interview workers and managers, collect evidence, and deliver clear English audit reports to clients. Required: APSCA CSCA status, at least two years as lead auditor, solid knowledge of international labor standards, and willingness to travel.