Automotive Regulatory Certification Manager

Flink Recruit Pretoria; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks a Regulatory Certification Manager in Gauteng. This role entails overseeing regulatory compliance, managing certification processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams within the automotive sector. Candidates should have extensive experience in regulatory requirements and strong project management skills. This is an exciting opportunity to impact vehicle compliance significantly.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in regulatory compliance, certification, or quality management within the automotive industry.
• In-depth knowledge of automotive regulations and standards, such as FMVSS, ECE, CCC, ISO, and SAE.
• Familiarity with certification processes and requirements in major automotive markets in South Africa.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure vehicles comply with local, national, and international regulations and standards.
• Manage the end-to-end certification process for vehicles and automotive components.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records of certification activities and documentation.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate regulatory requirements into product development.
• Identify potential compliance risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Represent the organization in regulatory discussions and advocate for best practices.

Skills

Regulatory compliance expertise

Project management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Reference : PTA

SM-1As a Regulatory Certification Manager in the automotive industry, your primary responsibility is to ensure that vehicles and automotive products comply with local, national, and international regulations and standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance Oversight
  • Stay up-to-date with all relevant regulations, standards, and guidelines governing the automotive industry.
  • Interpret regulatory requirements and communicate them effectively to internal stakeholders.
  • Develop and maintain compliance strategies to ensure products meet all necessary certifications.
• Certification Process Management
  • Manage the end-to-end certification process for vehicles and automotive components.
  • Coordinate with engineering, design, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams to gather necessary documentation and data for certification.
  • Liaise with regulatory agencies and third-party certification bodies to facilitate testing, inspections, and audits.
• Documentation and Reporting
  • Prepare and maintain accurate records of certification activities, including test results, compliance reports, and regulatory correspondence.
  • Generate regulatory documentation such as technical files, conformity assessment reports, and declarations of conformity.
  • Pile data and metrics to track certification progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate regulatory requirements into product development processes.
  • Provide guidance and support to engineers, designers, and project managers to ensure regulatory compliance is built into product designs from the outset.
  • Participate in design reviews and risk assessments to identify and mitigate compliance risks.
• Risk Management and Issue Resolution
  • Identify potential compliance risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
  • Investigate compliance issues, non-conformities, and customer complaints related to certification.
  • Work with relevant stakeholders to address issues promptly and implement corrective actions.
• Regulatory Advocacy and Representation
  • Represent the organization in regulatory discussions, industry forums, and standardization bodies.
  • Advocate for the company's interests while ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with regulatory authorities, industry associations, and other stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in regulatory compliance, certification, or quality management within the automotive industry.
• In-depth knowledge of automotive regulations and standards, such as FMVSS, ECE, CCC, ISO, and SAE.
• Familiarity with certification processes and requirements in major automotive markets in South Africa.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functional teams and external partners.