Assistant Manager - INAB Senior Inspector Grade I

HSA Booklet Senior Inspector GI Assistant Manager INAB.pdf

HSA Grade I INAB Inspector - Application Form Sept 2026.docx

This is a senior role, reporting to the Head of INAB, the Assistant Manager, Inspector Grade I - INAB is responsible for the allocation of accreditation activity across assessment managers and administration staff to ensure the effective distribution of INAB’s assessment workload while contributing effectively and efficiently to the Authority’s Programme of Work (PoW).

Key Responsibilities:

Key accountabilities for the role include, but are not limited to, the following:

·      Leads and manages the Assessment Review Committee (ARC) on decision making.

·      Takes decisions on accreditation as may be assigned.

·      Oversees and manages the cross frontiers activities for accreditation.

·      Delivers on INAB’s strategy.

·      Represents, as assigned, INAB at National, EU and International fora and ensures effective contributions to international accreditation policy.

·      Manages a team of direct reports.

·      Ensures continuous improvement of work processes by evaluating accreditation activity, reviewing targets and results and assessing the added value of the various activities undertaken.

·      Participates in the Management Group and contributes to the implementation of strategic, organisational, financial and operational goals and objectives.

·      Participates in HSA committees when required.

·      Ensures team members are complying with the relevant processes and procedures identified in the INAB quality system, broader HSA protocols and memorandums of understanding.

·      Maintains the integrity of the data on the relevant platform(s), ensuring its quality and its timely completion by self and direct reports.

·      Manages the safety, health and welfare of staff and oversees compliance with the responsibilities as set out in the Authority’s Safety Statement.

·      Implements change initiatives, promoting a culture which encourages innovation and supporting team members through the change process.

Essential Criteria:

In addition to demonstrating that you possess the required competencies, the ideal candidate must be able to demonstrate:

·      Primary degree (NFQ level 8 or equivalent) in relevant discipline.

·      Five years relevant work experience (e.g. in the areas of Accreditation/Certification/Regulation).

·      Possession of a full driving licence (Category B).

Desirable Requirements:

In addition to the above essential requirements, it would be a decided advantage for candidates to have one or more of the following:

·      Strong working knowledge of Inspection and Certification schemes such as EN ISO/IEC 17021, EN ISO/IEC 17065, EN ISO/IEC 17020 and EN ISO/IEC 17024.

·      A qualification in quality management systems and/or other relevant technical qualifications.

·      Knowledge and experience of working within an accredited quality management system.

·      Have excellent planning and organisational skills and the ability to lead and manage diverse teams.

·      Have a record of achievement in their career to date, demonstrating significant management skills including the ability to provide effective leadership and direction.

Further details can be found in the Candidate Booklet (linked below).



How to Apply

Conscia will be managing all aspects of the recruitment process on behalf of the Authority.

On this page, you can click on and download the Candidate Booklet and Application form:

Application for this role are ONLY accepted on submission of a completed Application Form, available to download directly above.

You can also submit your completed Application Form by clicking "Apply for Job". Please note that CVs and Cover Letters should not be submitted. No enquiries or canvassing may be made to the Authority.

The closing date for completed applications is Thursday, 1st October 2026 at 5pm (Irish time). Applications will not be accepted after this deadline. Late applications will be ineligible for consideration. Therefore, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have allowed sufficient time for transmission of your application.

An acknowledgment email will be issued in respect of all applications received (this email will acknowledge receipt and it will not confirm eligibility or otherwise). If an applicant does not receive an acknowledgment email within two working days of the date of submission, the applicant should contact hsa@consciatalent.com to ensure the application has been received.

HSA Booklet Senior Inspector GI Assistant Manager INAB.pdf

HSA Grade I INAB Inspector - Application Form Sept 2026.docx