Automotive Regulatory Certification Manager

Flink Recruit Pretoria; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Flink Recruit Pretoria is seeking a Regulatory Certification Manager to ensure vehicles and automotive products meet local and international standards. You will oversee the certification process from start to finish, coordinating with regulators, engineers and external bodies.

Key duties include interpreting regulations, preparing technical files and conformity assessments, and driving cross-functional compliance in product development.

Qualifications

• Regulatory compliance knowledge
• Certification management experience
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Cross-functional collaboration skills
• Project management abilities

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end certification process for vehicles and automotive components.
• Interpret regulatory requirements and communicate them to stakeholders.
• Prepare and maintain technical files, conformity assessment reports and declarations of conformity.
• Coordinate with regulators, engineering, design, manufacturing and QA teams.
• Identify risks, investigate non-conformities and drive corrective actions.

Job description

Reference: PTA000135-SM-1

As 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. You will oversee the certification process from start to finish, working closely with regulatory agencies, internal teams, and external partners to ensure compliance and timely approval.

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.
Compile 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.

Package & Remuneration

Market Related