Competency Requirements

Excellence Through Expertise

Commitment to Competence

Infinity Quality Company ensures that all personnel involved in certification activities possess and maintain the necessary competence to perform their roles effectively. Our rigorous competency framework guarantees the quality and credibility of our certification services.

Competency Framework

Competence is evaluated based on:

Education

Relevant academic qualifications

Experience

Practical work experience in relevant sectors

Training

Formal auditor and assessor training

Performance

Demonstrated capability and skills

Auditor Competency Requirements

General Requirements for All Auditors
Educational Background
  • Minimum bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Advanced degrees preferred for technical standards
  • Recognized professional qualifications
Work Experience
  • Minimum 5 years professional experience
  • At least 2 years in technical/managerial role
  • Sector-specific experience as required
Auditor Training
  • Formal auditor/lead auditor course (min 40 hours)
  • Standard-specific training
  • Witness audits and mentoring
Audit Experience
  • Completion of minimum 4 full audits (20 days)
  • Witnessed and approved by qualified auditor
  • Covering complete audit cycle
Technical Sector Competence

In addition to general auditor requirements, sector-specific competence is required:

  • Technical Knowledge: Understanding of processes, technologies, and regulations
  • Industry Experience: Direct work experience in the sector
  • Regulatory Awareness: Knowledge of applicable legal and regulatory requirements
  • Risk Understanding: Comprehension of sector-specific risks and controls

Essential Skills and Attributes

Communication Skills
  • Effective verbal and written communication
  • Active listening capabilities
  • Presentation and reporting skills
  • Multilingual abilities (preferred)
Analytical Skills
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving
  • Evidence evaluation
  • Risk assessment capabilities
  • Pattern recognition
Professional Attributes
  • Ethical conduct and integrity
  • Objectivity and impartiality
  • Professional skepticism
  • Confidentiality maintenance
Interpersonal Skills
  • Diplomacy and tact
  • Cultural awareness and sensitivity
  • Conflict resolution
  • Team collaboration

Competence Maintenance and Development

Ongoing Professional Development
Continuous Learning
  • Annual training requirements (minimum 24 hours/year)
  • Standard updates and revisions training
  • Technical sector development courses
  • Soft skills enhancement programs
Performance Monitoring
  • Annual performance evaluations
  • Audit quality reviews
  • Client feedback assessment
  • Witness audits and observations

Qualification and Authorization Process

1
Application and Screening

Review of qualifications, experience, and references

2
Initial Training

Completion of required auditor and standard-specific training

3
Witness Audits

Performance of audits under supervision of qualified auditor

4
Competence Evaluation

Assessment of knowledge, skills, and performance

5
Formal Authorization

Approval and registration as qualified auditor

Competence Records

Infinity Quality Company maintains comprehensive records for all personnel including:

  • Educational qualifications and certifications
  • Work experience documentation
  • Training records and certificates
  • Audit experience logs
  • Performance evaluation reports
  • Continuing professional development records
  • Authorization and approval documents

Quality Assurance

Our competency framework is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure alignment with international standards, accreditation requirements, and industry best practices. All personnel competency records are subject to verification during accreditation assessments and internal audits.