Becoming an external auditor is the dream of many professionals who already work with management systems. After all, securing a position at a major certification body is an important milestone of maturity and recognition in any career.
In addition to high salaries and opportunities for travel and personal development, the external auditor is viewed with respect and prestige. Their presence is always a unique event in companies, making them more than just a service provider. Furthermore, becoming an auditor is the dream of many because it represents reaching a level where the professional stops “just executing the system” and becomes the one who evaluates it, improves it, and inspires it to evolve.
Whether in the quality management niche (or other ISO management systems), the auditor moves through various areas and sectors, learning how each part of the organization works. This broadens their repertoire and opens doors to strategic positions, personal and professional growth, and many positive experiences. So, if this is your dream, becoming an auditor at QMS Certification may be the way to make it come true.
We are much more than a certification body — we are true business partners to our clients. Our mission is “To strengthen companies and society through certifications,” and you can be a fundamental part of this journey! That’s why, in today’s content, we will reveal how you can plan your career to work with us, evolve professionally, and help Brazil and the world grow.
1 – Your experience can make a difference in our mission
Evaluating and planning your professional experience is very important to define your future as an auditor at QMS Certification. With that in mind, choose a management system (MS) aligned with what you already work with or have training in. This is because we often have predispositions toward certain areas and subjects, which will make your journey easier.
For example, some people enjoy topics related to the environment, which puts them on the path of ISO 14001 (environmental management systems – EMS). Other professionals may find it easier to take care of people, making ISO 45001 (occupational health and safety management systems – OHSMS) a great option. And a third type may enjoy modeling processes and promoting improvements, which leads directly to ISO 9001 (quality management systems – QMS).
2 – Training is the core of any good auditor
A basic requirement for any good auditor at QMS Certification is formal training in the standard they intend to audit. Therefore, if you still don’t have it, plan to take a good Lead Auditor course.
This training will not only teach you about the standard and system you will audit (ISO 9001 or ISO 45001, for example) but will also train you in the art of auditing itself. This is because these courses also include ISO 19011, the standard that governs the principles of auditing management systems.
It is important to emphasize that only good courses are recognized by the market. Therefore, when completing your training in the MS of interest, always choose programs accredited by Exemplar Global or IRCA (International Register of Certificated Auditors). Both institutions are internationally recognized and have robust and traceable acceptance processes.
3 – Gain know-how in the chosen management system
After evaluating your previous career, choosing your future area of work, and taking the Lead Auditor course, it is time to gain practical experience. Experiencing the management system firsthand is essential to understanding the day-to-day operations of companies and knowing how to differentiate bureaucracy from reality.
Therefore, we recommend that you work as an internal auditor in a company, something that will make a big difference in how you audit and perceive operational routines. Working in a consultancy is also interesting, as it gives you many opportunities to see management systems in action and begin evaluating them.
In some cases, you may have already worked as a technician or assistant in the area you intend to audit. In that case, you have already met this requirement and are one step closer to becoming an auditor at QMS Certification! In any case, the important thing is to have real experience, avoiding as much as possible having no experience at all in the field.
4 – Send your résumé to QMS!
With qualifications and experience, nothing will stop you from achieving your dream of becoming an auditor! So, it’s time to apply to our talent pool!
To become an auditor at QMS Certification, you need to register on our website and apply for one of the existing openings. But don’t worry: if we don’t yet have a vacancy in the management system you want to audit, you can still leave your résumé in our talent pool. That way, when an opportunity arises, you will already be registered and close to securing the position.
Don’t waste any more time — register now by clicking here.
Become an auditor at QMS Certification and take the next step in your professional journey
If you already work with management systems, you know how much this path requires dedication, study, and resilience. Financial stability and professional recognition are the result of a journey you have built with effort and purpose. So, becoming an auditor at QMS Certification is the natural next step for those seeking even more meaning in their career!
More than evaluating companies, the auditor helps strengthen organizations, people, and entire cultures. After all, they are agents of transformation — someone who promotes continuous improvement and contributes directly to a more responsible and efficient world. This is why auditors are so special and so important in fulfilling our purpose.
If this mission resonates with what you believe, the time is now. Join QMS Certification and become part of a team that transforms management into real impact. Come with us to strengthen companies and society through certifications, putting the client first, exceeding expectations, and delivering trust to companies, people, and entire communities. Brazil and the world need you! 🫵
