The Internal Audit Unit is part of the Forensic Services Group of the QPS. The Unit forms part of the Quality Management Section and provides support across the Group to maintain the quality management system. The Unit works closely with Forensic Managers to monitor compliance with policies and procedures and implement corrective action when non‑compliance occurs.
Your Key Accountabilities
* Lead a team to establish and maintain NATA accreditation as per NATA requirements for testing and calibration laboratories.
* Provide high level policy advice on initiatives and best practice regarding compliance and the development of a quality management system to meet current contemporary standards and future operational needs of the Forensic Services Group.
* Lead the research, planning, analysis and interpretation of audit findings and corrective action outcomes and provide high level advice to senior personnel on the current state and direction of the quality management system.
* Manage business improvement initiatives to ensure systems, procedures and processes meet compliance with NATA requirements and the ISO17025 international standard.
* Provide high level advice on outcomes of audits and validations, and ensure they meet best practice expectations as outlined in NATA requirements and the ISO17025 international standard.
* Provide quality support and assistance to areas seeking additions to the scope of accreditation.
* Establish and maintain appropriate communication, liaison, and reporting procedures to support the Superintendent Forensic Services Group.
* Develop effective relationships with and provide high quality advice, support and services to internal and external clients and stakeholders.
Role Requirements
Technical / Operational / Educational experience
* A relevant tertiary qualification in science is highly desirable.
Other
* Knowledge, experience in quality assurance, leading audits and/or administration of NATA accreditation requirements would be highly desirable.
* The incumbent may be required to travel and work within the area of responsibility and may also be required to undertake occasional intrastate and interstate travel as required.
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