Contractor - IATF Lead Auditor (Automotive)

Location: Houston, US

Company

hirify.global is a global assurance provider delivering assessment and certification services across automotive, cybersecurity, aerospace, food, and low-carbon energy sectors.

What you will do

• Plan and conduct automotive business assurance assessments within agreed procedures and timescales.
• Lead assessment teams, coordinate findings, and reach clear conclusions.
• Prepare high-quality assessment reports that meet accreditation and internal requirements.
• Build strong client and stakeholder relationships, communicate issues, and escalate concerns when necessary.
• Share client feedback and sales opportunities with the appropriate internal colleagues.
• Maintain professional competence through continuing professional development, training, seminars, and updated competence records.

Requirements

• Experience with IATF 16949, AIAG core tools, and automotive OEM customer-specific requirements.
• Ability to lead automotive assessment teams and deliver audits within agreed timescales.
• Knowledge of automotive quality assurance, business assurance procedures, and accreditation requirements.
• Ability to maintain professional registrations, CPD records, and evidence of competence.
• Ability to assess risks and follow health and safety requirements during assessment activities.

Culture & Benefits

• Contractor-on-demand engagement with varied customers, locations, and standards.
• Opportunities to deepen expertise in specific standards and broaden the scope of assessment activities.
• Participation in auditor meetings, hirify.global seminars, and training opportunities.
• Inclusive environment focused on safety, sustainability, and diverse perspectives.