IPAF Regional Auditor – Island of Ireland, Southern and Northern Ireland
We are delighted that you are considering a career with IPAF.
The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) promotes the safe and effective use of powered access worldwide in the broadest sense - by providing technical advice and information, by influencing legislation and standards and their interpretation, through safety initiatives and training programmes.
IPAF is a not-for-profit membership organisation. It is owned by its members, which include manufacturers, rental companies, dealers, contractors and users. IPAF members operate the majority of the world's MEWP rental fleets and manufacture around 85% of all machines on the market.
Why do we exist?
Our mission is to make the world safer and promote the effective use of powered access. We are passionate about safety and spreading best practice in the industry.
Your remit:
Working title: Auditor
Work location: Field -based across the Island of Ireland – Southern and Northern Ireland (Work in locations across various other regions in the UK may be required from time to time).
Experience: We welcome candidates with professional experience in rental services, auditing, or health, safety, environment, and quality (HSE/HSEQ) fields.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan and conduct audits of IPAF Training Centres, Instructors and Hire/Rental companies in accordance with IPAF standards and relevant regional regulations, in close coordination with the UK office.
* Prepare for audits through document review and risk-based planning.
* Ensure audit findings are clearly documented and communicated in line with IPAF procedures.
* Support and present at IPAF events, including delivering updates on audit trends, common findings, and best practices.
* Collaborate with and support the Country Managers for the UK & Island of Ireland, including attending meetings with contractors, stakeholders, and partners as required. This may involve contributing audit insights, clarifying compliance expectations, and helping to address operational or quality-related concerns raised during discussions.
* Provide guidance and clarification to Training Centres, Instructors and Hire/Rental members regarding IPAF compliance requirements.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of audit processes and tools by providing feedback and suggestions.
* Maintain accurate and timely records in IPAF's audit management systems.
* Participate in internal auditor calibration sessions to ensure consistency and quality across the audit team.
* Stay informed of changes in IPAF standards, regional legislation, and industry best practices relevant to training and safety.
Preferred Competencies:
* H&S or HSEQ qualification & experience
* Certified Lead Auditor in at least one of the following ISO standards: ISO 9001, ISO 14001 or ISO 45001
* Candidates with equivalent or alternative auditing qualifications and/or relevant experience may also be considered
* Proven experience in planning, conducting, and reporting audits
* Ideally, prior experience within powered access or related industry
* Ability to communicate with stakeholders and generate reports in both verbal and written English
* Strong customer focus with the ability to build rapport amongst members in associated industries
* Confident decision-making skills, particularly in high-pressure or time-sensitive situations
* Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail, with the ability to identify trends and root causes
* Comfortable working independently in a field-based role, with strong time management and organisational skills
* Proficient in using digital tools and platforms for audit planning, execution, and reporting
We offer:
* A dynamic and growing organisation with a strong international presence
* A collaborative and open-minded working environment
* The opportunity to work independently and take ownership of your tasks
* Regular interaction with international teams and stakeholders
* A structured and supportive onboarding process
* Car allowance and work uniform provided
* Flexible workload of approximately 20 days per month / full time employment
* A competitive rate aligned with your experience and qualifications
For more information about the position and to apply visit
Deadline:
28th November 2025.
The interviews will take place in English by video conference.