SGD is looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Quality Auditor. The position will develop and / or provide input during the yearly audit plans, conduct the audits in accordance with the audit plan, facilitate, support and advise Operations during Customer and certification audits and manage audits in the task management tool (register, reporting etc.) and take part in Operational improvement initiatives.

The role will be reporting to Head of Operational Excellence.

Your role:

• Apply audit principles, procedures and techniques and plan and organise work effectively. 

• Audit in accordance with audit plan - Collect information by interviewing, listening, observing and reviewing documents, records and data and verify accuracy of collected information. 

• Confirm the accuracy of audit evidence to support audit findings and conclusions.

• Assess compliance to requirements and follow-up on implementation of corrective actions.

• Handle the applicable task management system for the managing of non-conformities, observations and improvement actions. 

Your profile

Required Knowledge:

• A sound knowledge of quality management principles and practices

• A demonstrated ability to work independently without the requirement for close supervision.  

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate confidently and positively with a wide range of people/cultural diversity 

• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills

• Demonstrated excellent written communications skill

• Well-developed interpersonal skills liaising with internal and external stakeholders

• The ability to relate to all levels, both inside and outside the organization  

• Innovative and Self-Driven 

• Leadership skills and an authoritative approach

• The demonstrated ability to be firm in conviction, promote a “just and fair culture” and advance an open and non-punitive atmosphere for reporting

Required Experience:

• At least 7 years of work relevant experience  

• Experience in ISO 9001:2015, AS 9100, AS 9110, ISO 9011,  etc

• A broad operational knowledge and experience in the functions of the organization (e.g. training management, aircraft operations, air traffic management, aerodrome operations, and maintenance organization management).  

• Able to handle tight timelines and severe pressure at times.  

• Reasonable level of business acumen, understanding of basic financial principles in budgeting, costing and forecasting. 

Required Competencies:

• Lean manufacturing principles

• Industrial manufacturing

• Analytical thinking

• Root cause failure analysis, value stream mapping and measurement system analysis

• Total quality management (Quality Tools)

Required Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Teamwork and collaboration.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to prioritize and multi-task

• Professionalism and strong work ethic

• Oral and written communications skills

Qualification:

• BSc, B-Tech or equivalent (NQF level 6 or higher)

What you will be a part of

SGD has reinforced its position as a leading South African defence and security company, bringing capabilities including electronic warfare systems, sensor technology, training systems, avionics, security and support solutions to the African and international markets. These capabilities are supplied and supported over the air, land, sea and civil security domains.

With new and improved technological systems and solutions, SGD increases a country’s defence capabilities and provides innovative, effective products and services for those tasked to maintain security. The company also works with various stakeholders in gathering data and providing insight into how security threats evolve, and what the best market-customised solutions are.

If you aspire to help create and innovate whilst developing yourself in a challenging team setting, Saab may well have the perfect conditions for you to grow. We pride ourselves on a nurturing environment, where everyone is different yet we share the same goal – to help protect people.

SGD will give preference to South African citizens and we also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds

 Please consider your application as unsuccessful if you have not received feedback from us within 30 days after the closing date.