The Oil and Gas QMS Lead Auditor Competency Training Course provides a comprehensive avenue for participants to develop their expertise in leading and managing Quality Management Audit Programs and Audits within the Oil and Gas sector. This course is intended for those involved in the area of Quality Management in Oil and Gas, and will assist individuals in enhancing their competency in applying ISO standards; reading and interpreting QMS requirements; implementing robust protocols and controls in accordance with Best Practices within the Industry.
The course provides the competency for Individuals to improve the performance of processes, reduce Risk, and Fortify their Organisation’s Reliability regardless of which segment (Upstream, Midstream, or Downstream) of the Industry they work in. Through the processes of planning, conducting, and reporting on Quality Assurance Audits this course teaches individuals how to effectively develop leadership capabilities associated with Quality Management Systems in operational settings. In addition, this Course provides individuals with opportunities to practice and apply Internal Audit Techniques and Procedures that are part of Internal Auditor Staff Training along with Advanced Procedures and Methodologies necessary for an Individual to become a competent Lead Auditor.
The Course includes Multiple Modules; Case studies from Actual Work Related experiences, and Real-World Practice Exercises, so that Learners will possess the necessary capabilities to Lead Audit Teams, evaluate Non-Conformance, and develop Continuous Improvement within Complex Oil and Gas Operations.
Objectives
By the end of the Oil and Gas QMS Lead Auditor Competency Training Course, participants will be able to:
- Understand and apply the structure, definitions and requirements of appropriate ISO standards that are applicable in the Oil and Gas Industry.
- Develop necessary skills and competencies to become an effective Internal Auditor and Lead Auditor.
- Demonstrate Quality Leadership by the effective implementation and continual improvement of Quality Management Systems.
- Manage, plan and organise full cycle QMS audits from preparation through execution and follow-up.
- Identify evidence to support audit findings, evaluate the evidence to substantiate audit findings, and accurately classify non-conformities.
- Lead audit teams in a professional manner while ensuring compliance with the technical and ethical requirements of auditing.
- Increase your organisation’s compliance, operational performance and stakeholder confidence.
- Apply Risk-Based Thinking in the audit process and promote Continual Improvement.
- Conduct Supplier and Contractor Audits in accordance with Oil and Gas QMS expectations.
- Generate audit reports that are comprehensive and meet Global Compliance and Industry Standards.
Target Audience
This course is suitable for:
- Quality Managers, QHSE Officers and HSEQ Coordinators
- Oil and Gas Engineers responsible for Quality Performance in Operations
- Individuals wanting to obtain Lead Auditor Qualifications
- Individuals that currently work as Internal Auditors and want to advance to Lead Auditor Level
- Compliance Professionals and Governance Specialists
- Supply Chain, Procurement and Contractor Management Team
- Supervisors who have responsibility for applying ISO Standards to Operations
- Anyone who aspires to provide Strong Quality Leadership in Oil and Gas Environments