Technical Assessor - Mining & Quarrying

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Contracted Technical Assessor (Mining & Quarrying – Solid Minerals) – Independent Contractor

Organisation : UKAS (United Kingdom Accreditation Service)

Location : Remote (UK-based) with UK and potential international travel

About UKAS

UKAS is the UK’s National Accreditation Body, responsible for assessing organisations that provide conformity assessment services. Our mission is to ensure that accredited bodies operate to the highest standards of impartiality, competence, and reliability.

The Role

We are seeking experienced professionals from the mining and quarrying (solid minerals) sector to join our network of Independent Technical Assessors. As a UKAS Assessor, you will focus on evaluating the conformity assessment activities of certification bodies working in mining, quarrying, and related services. Your primary responsibility will be to assess whether certification bodies are correctly applying accreditation standards, particularly ISO 9001 and ISO 17021 , within the context of solid minerals operations. This is a role centered on conformity assessment, not regulatory compliance.

What You’ll Be Doing :

• Conduct technical assessments of certification bodies in the mining and quarrying sector, focusing on their conformity assessment processes
• Evaluate the competence of auditors and the effectiveness of audit methodologies
• Review sampling strategies and technical decision-making for relevance and accuracy
• Ensure correct and consistent application of ISO 9001 within mining and quarrying operations
• Observe processes and interview personnel to confirm technical competence
• Prepare clear, impartial assessment reports and recommendations
• Uphold UKAS standards of impartiality and integrity throughout all assessments

What We’re Looking For :

Typical Backgrounds :

This is a freelance, subcontractor role with competitive day rates paid per assessment, including preparation and reporting time. The role offers flexibility and can be undertaken alongside other professional commitments.

Conflict of Interest

All assessors must declare any potential conflicts of interest to maintain impartiality and integrity in the accreditation process.

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