Job Description: ISO Lead Auditor - Industrial & Machinery Sector (Austria)Position OverviewWe are seeking experienced freelance ISO Lead Auditors for the Austrian market specializing in industrial manufacturing and machinery sectors. You will conduct multi-scope audits across quality, environmental, and occupational health & safety management systems for industrial enterprises.Key RequirementsProfessional QualificationsISO/IEC 17021 Lead Auditor Certification (or equivalent recognized accreditation body)Scope 17 accreditation: Industrial processes and manufacturingScope 18 accreditation: Machines and mechanical equipment (preferred) or demonstrated expertiseMulti-scope audit experience across:ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management Systems)ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management Systems)ISO 45001:2023 (Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems)LanguagesGerman: Fluent (C1/C2 level) - Essential for Austrian client interactions and technical documentationEnglish: Fluent (B2+ minimum) - For international clients and documentationExperienceMinimum 6+ years as Lead Auditor in industrial/manufacturing sectorsProven track record auditing:Industrial manufacturing facilities (automotive, mechanical engineering, metal processing, chemical production)Machinery manufacturers and equipment suppliersHeavy equipment production and assembly operationsSupply chain and procurement in industrial contextsMaintenance and commissioning operationsExperience with initial, surveillance, and recertification auditsKnowledge of Austrian/EU industrial regulations and machinery directives (preferred)Scope of WorkAudit ActivitiesConduct on-site audits at industrial facilities and manufacturing plants across AustriaPerform production floor assessments and machinery inspectionPerform desktop reviews of management system documentation and technical specificationsInterview key personnel (production managers, quality engineers, HSE officers, maintenance leads, procurement managers)Assess compliance with ISO standards, EU Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC), and Austrian legal requirementsEvaluate process controls, calibration, and maintenance proceduresDocument findings, non-conformities, and observationsPrepare audit reports in German and EnglishIndustrial-Specific Knowledge RequiredDeep understanding of:Manufacturing processes (machining, welding, assembly, finishing, testing)Quality control systems (SPC, CMM, testing procedures, traceability)Machinery safety (guards, emergency stops, lockout/tagout, risk assessment per ISO 12100)Environmental management in industrial settings (emissions, waste, water treatment, energy efficiency)Occupational safety in manufacturing (ergonomics, noise, chemical exposure, PPE)Maintenance management and preventive maintenance programsSupply chain quality and supplier managementCommissioning procedures for new equipment/production linesProcurement specifications and vendor qualificationEngagement TermsEmployment TypeFreelance/Self-employed (B2B arrangement)Flexible scheduling based on audit calendarLogisticsAudits conducted across all of Austria and bordering countries.Show more Show less