IMS Auditor Health, Safety & Performance · Carnforth

Holcim UK Limited; Carnforth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials company is seeking an IMS Auditor to join their team in Carnforth, UK. You will conduct internal audits across various sites and ensure compliance with ISO standards. This role offers exposure to senior leadership and opportunities for career progression. Ideal candidates will have experience in internal auditing and strong knowledge of ISO management systems. Flexibility to travel across the region is required. Join us to drive continual improvement and contribute to a sustainable construction industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus

Enhanced family benefits

Career progression opportunities

24/7 remote GP service

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in internal audits within an operational or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of ISO standards and audit methodologies.
• Capable of producing clear, professional audit reports.

Responsibilities

• Deliver internal audits against ISO standards.
• Plan and manage audit schedules as per IMS program.
• Produce clear audit reports and track actions.

Skills

Internal auditing

ISO management systems

Excellent communication

Writing skills

Proactive improvement mindset

Education

Internal Auditor qualification

Lead Auditor qualification

Job description

About Holcim

We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet.

Since 1858, we’ve helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike.

Our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality, through purposeful action that tackles real carbon and climate challenges. We are dedicated to helping Britain grow and thrive - by doing the right thing, doing it together, and making a difference.

Holcim UK Company Benefits

• Competitive Salary, plus bonus, 25 days holiday + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) and other benefits- all recognising the contribution you bring

• Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety

• We care about you and your family. That’s why we offer enhanced family benefits, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. We understand that your personal life and family well-being are just as important as your career, so we’re committed to supporting you every step of the way.

• Be part of something bigger with our "Women Empowered - Stronger Together Mentor Program," designed to support, inspire, and uplift women across the business.

• Free 24/7 remote GP service for you and your household, offering medical advice, prescriptions, referrals, and same-day appointments.

• Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad

• Join our affinity groups selected by and populated by our employees which bring together employees with similar backgrounds and interests to have powerful influence on the workplace

• Staff discounts including special rates for garden landscaping products

The Opportunity

We’re looking for an IMS Auditor to join Holcim UK and support the effective delivery of our Integrated Management System across the North and Scotland. This is a highly visible role where you’ll work closely with sites and leadership teams to ensure compliance, drive continual improvement, and share best practice across the business.

Reporting into the IMS Manager, you’ll play a key role in protecting Holcim’s licence to operate while helping the business perform safely, sustainably, and consistently.

What Makes This Role Exciting

• Work across a diverse range of sites including quarries, manufacturing, logistics, and offices

• Gain exposure to senior leaders and influence operational and strategic decisions

• Play a critical role in maintaining external certifications and internal standards

• Drive real improvement by identifying risks, trends, and opportunities

• Be part of a global organisation with strong values, purpose, and investment in people

What You’ll Be Doing

• Deliver internal audits across sites, functions, and job roles against ISO standards including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, BES6001 and other relevant frameworks

• Plan, manage, and deliver audit schedules in line with the IMS audit programme

• Raise non-conformances where required and support sites in identifying effective corrective actions

• Produce clear, accurate audit reports using KMI, tracking actions through to closure

• Identify trends and recurring issues, adapting audit focus to address business risk

• Provide advice and guidance on IMS requirements, best practice, and compliance expectations

• Support the development and continuous improvement of Holcim’s Integrated Management System

• Maintain CPD and keep knowledge of standards and legislation up to date

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience carrying out internal audits within an operational or industrial environment

• Strong working knowledge of ISO management systems and audit methodologies

• An Internal Auditor qualification, with Lead Auditor qualification or working towards preferred

• Excellent communication skills, with confidence engaging stakeholders at all levels

• Strong written skills with the ability to produce clear, professional audit reports

• A structured, organised approach with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

• A proactive mindset focused on improvement, not just compliance

• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel across the region

We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.