IMS-QEHS (ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 45001) Consultant

Company Description

Smartedge Consulting is a leading multi-disciplinary ISO consulting company based in Hyderabad. We specialize in providing management systems consulting services for various certifications, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, and ISO 27001. Our approach includes conducting initial gap analyses, project planning, requirements identification, training, and documentation to ensure our clients meet their specific certification goals.

Job Title

Integrated Management System (IMS) – QEHS Consultant

(ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 Specialist)

Department

Consulting Services – IMS (Quality, Environment, Health & Safety)

Reporting To

Practice Head – IMS / Senior Consultant / Managing Partner

Location

Project-based / Client Sites / Remote

Role Objective

To deliver consulting, documentation, training, and internal auditing services for the implementation and maintenance of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 management systems for clients across various industries.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery

Lead gap assessments, process mapping, documentation development, and implementation support for ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001.

Facilitate client-specific process improvements, risk assessments, and legal compliance evaluations.

Conduct internal audits as per ISO 19011 guidelines.

Support clients in management review meetings and certification body audits.

Client Engagement

Understand client-specific industry requirements (Manufacturing, Pharma, Services, Infra, etc.).

Maintain effective communication with client teams to manage expectations and build trust.

Provide value-added insights beyond compliance requirements.

Training & Competency Building

Deliver awareness, implementation, and internal auditor training programs.

Develop customized training materials.

Documentation & Reporting

Prepare and review manuals, procedures, SOPs, and forms as per ISO standards.

Prepare audit reports, project status updates, and client feedback summaries.

Continual Improvement

Identify opportunities for improving internal consulting methodologies and client outcomes.

Stay updated with industry practices, ISO updates, and statutory regulations.

Technical Competencies

ISO 9001 : 2015, ISO 14001 : 2015, ISO 45001 : 2018 implementation & audit expertise

Effective client communication

ISO 19011 : 2018 Internal Auditing Techniques

Problem-solving and decision-making

Knowledge of legal and other requirements (Factory Act, Environment Acts)

Time management and prioritization

Risk Assessment & Control Techniques (HIRA, Aspect-Impact Analysis)

Team collaboration and knowledge sharing

Documentation development (Manuals, Procedures, SOPs)

Professional ethics and confidentiality

Process improvement tools (Root Cause Analysis, PDCA, etc.)

Adaptability and learning agility

Key Result Areas (KRAs) & KPIs

Measurement Criteria (KPI)

Timely Project Delivery

% of projects delivered on schedule

Client Satisfaction

Client feedback score / Retention rate

Documentation Quality

Number of reworks / NCs in certification audit

Training Effectiveness

Training hours delivered / Participant feedback

Internal Audit Delivery

Number of audits conducted / Audit report quality

Compliance & Legal Awareness

Number of legal registers / updates provided

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering / Environmental Science / Industrial Safety / Quality Management or equivalent.

Certified Lead Auditor / Internal Auditor for ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001.

3–8 years of trouble shooting experience in management system consulting, audits, or corporate QEHS roles.

Exposure to multiple industry sectors preferred.

Employment Type

Full-Time / Contract / Freelance (Based on engagement)

Remuneration

As per industry standards / Project-based fee structure

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Employment Type

Full-time