Systems Technical Reviewer : Ems / Ohs

South African Bureau Of Standards; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to setting standards and ensuring compliance in a dynamic environment. This role offers the chance to contribute to impactful certification services while fostering innovation and accountability. Collaborate with a team that values diverse career paths and recognizes talent. If you are passionate about quality assurance and compliance, this opportunity allows you to make a significant difference while growing your career in a supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• 3+ years relevant work experience in a technical environment.
• SAATCA Registration is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Review sales applications and audit planning in line with client requirements.
• Identify and adhere to fraud controls and compliance processes.
• Maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Knowledge of Product and/or Systems Certification protocols

Understanding of relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks

Knowledge of Risk Management practices and principles

Experience with auditing processes and protocols

Education

National Diploma / Diploma in Environmental Management

Diploma in Energy Management

Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety

Job description

To provide a value-adding certification service to the department and division through technical expertise and review, ensuring compliance with Accreditation, SANS / ISO Standards, and SABS policies, processes, and procedures.

About SABS

The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is mandated to develop, promote, and maintain South African National Standards (SANS); promote quality in commodities, products, and services; and render conformity assessment services.

Working for the SABS opens the mind to the world around you.

We offer diverse career paths in a dynamic environment that nurtures and recognizes talent and potential.

Join our vision of being a trusted standardisation and business assurance solution provider and be part of a team that fosters accountability, excellence, and innovation in an inclusive workplace.

SABS is an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment aligns with the Employment Equity Act 55 and our EE Policy. Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma / Diploma in Environmental Management, Energy Management, or Occupational Health and Safety.
• SAATCA Registration is advantageous.
• At least 3 years relevant work experience in a technical environment.
• Knowledge of Product and/or Systems Certification protocols is essential.
• Understanding of relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Familiarity with Certification Systems and Product Schemes.
• Knowledge of Risk Management practices and principles.
• Experience with auditing processes and protocols.

Key Responsibilities

1. Functional Management
   • Review sales applications, audit planning, scheduling, and execution in line with client and SABS requirements.
   • Review client audit reports based on scope of work.
   • Conduct peer reviews of auditors as required.
   • Review AB submissions per Accreditation, ISO, and SABS standards.
   • Provide technical support for quotation processes and client extensions.
   • Assist Sales with technical expertise.
   • Ensure timely submission of reports.
   • Contribute to the Certification Systems Operational Plan.
   • Serve as a Technical Reviewer and CTC member, contributing to effective CTC functioning.
2. Risk and Compliance Management
   • Identify and adhere to fraud controls, risk prevention, governance, and compliance processes.
   • Support audits and regulatory requirements.
   • Maintain quality risk management standards.
   • Enforce all related Service Level Agreements.
   • Ensure adherence to laws, policies, and SOPs.
   • Provide technical expertise on schemes for compliance.
3. Stakeholder Management
   • Maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships.
   • Mentor and coach staff on systems and product schemes.
   • Participate in committees and task teams.
   • Manage meetings, performance reporting, and customer service.
   • Resolve queries and follow up on unresolved issues.
   • Represent the organization in relevant forums.
   • Manage relationships to promote certification audit best practices.

We are committed to Employment Equity and promote from within where possible. Internal candidates will be considered first to support our EE goals.