ISO Manager

Tiger Personnel Management; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent logistics organization in Durban is seeking an experienced ISO Manager to establish and maintain world-class management systems. The ideal candidate will have a relevant tertiary qualification, at least 3 to 5 years of experience in ISO standards implementation, and strong leadership skills. This role involves leading audits, managing compliance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a critical logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in ISO implementation and certification.
• Strong knowledge of ISO standards such as ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, or 27001.
• Proven track record in conducting audits.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain ISO management systems.
• Lead certification and recertification audits.
• Coordinate documentation and ensure compliance.
• Design training programs for employees.
• Identify quality and safety risks and lead corrective actions.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving capabilities

Education

Tertiary qualification in Quality Management or related field

Tools

Document management systems

Audit software

Job description

Drive Quality & Excellence in Global Logistics!

Are you a seasoned ISO professional ready to lead the establishment and maintenance of world-class management systems? An exceptional opportunity exists for a dedicated ISO Manager to join a prominent organization at their operational hub in Durban, South Africa. This role is ideal for an expert who thrives on ensuring rigorous standards, promoting continuous improvement, and safeguarding quality, environmental, health, and safety integrity within a critical logistics and supply chain environment serving the mining and trading sectors.

Requirements :

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Quality Management, Environmental Management, Occupational Health and Safety, Information Security, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of professional experience specifically in the implementation and certification processes of ISO standards.
• Strong knowledge of key ISO standards, such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or ISO 27001, depending on your expertise.
• Proven experience in conducting audits and managing compliance with regulatory requirements and certification bodies.
• Proficiency with document management systems and audit software is advantageous.
• Strong organizational, project management, communication, and training skills, with an analytical mindset and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence organizational change with a focus on compliance and continuous improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities :

As the ISO Manager, your core responsibilities will include :

1. Develop and maintain ISO systems by establishing, implementing, and managing Quality Management Systems (QMS) and other relevant ISO management systems in accordance with ISO standards.
2. Lead the organization through successful certification and recertification audits, coordinating internal and external audits to ensure ongoing compliance.
3. Develop, maintain, and control all necessary documentation, including policies, procedures, work instructions, and records, ensuring proper document control.
4. Design and facilitate training and awareness programs to ensure employee understanding of ISO requirements and their roles in maintaining compliance.
5. Identify risks and opportunities related to quality, environment, health and safety, or information security. Lead corrective and preventive actions and champion continuous improvement initiatives.
6. Plan and conduct internal audits, manage non-conformances, and liaise with external auditors and certification bodies.
7. Prepare and present reports on system performance, audit results, and improvement activities to senior management.
8. Engage with various departments and stakeholders to integrate ISO requirements into business processes and support organizational goals.