ISO Internal Audit Services |
Melbourne-Based Compliance Experts

60% of businesses discover critical compliance gaps only during their official certification audit.

Don’t let this be you. My ISO Internal Audit service provides the strategic review you need to identify and fix issues before they become costly problems.

As a certified ISO auditor with 15+ years of experience across Melbourne industries, I deliver more than just compliance checks. My internal audits give you actionable insights to strengthen your management systems, improve efficiency, and ensure seamless certification.

What is an ISO Internal Audit?

Your Proactive Compliance Health Check

An ISO Internal Audit is a systematic, independent evaluation of your organization’s processes against the requirements of your chosen ISO standard. Unlike certification audits, internal audits are conducted by your team or an independent auditor (like myself) to:

✔ Verify compliance with ISO requirements
✔ Identify improvement opportunities in your systems
✔ Prepare effectively for external certification audits
✔ Maintain continuous compliance between certifications

Key Benefit:

Catch and correct issues early, saving you time, money, and stress during official audits

My ISO Internal Audit Process

A Structured Approach for Reliable Results

1. Pre-Audit Planning (1-2 Days)

  • Scope definition: Which processes, departments, and ISO clauses we’ll review
  • Document review: Policies, procedures, and previous audit reports
  • Audit checklist development tailored to your business
  • Scheduling interviews with key personnel
Example: For a Melbourne manufacturer, we might focus on production controls (ISO 9001 Clause 8.5), calibration records, and non-conformance handling.

2. On-Site Audit (Duration Varies by Size)

  • Process Observations:See workflows in action
  • Employee Interviews:Verify understanding and implementation
  • Record Checks:Documentation and evidence review
  • Compliance Verification:Against each applicable ISO clause

My Approach: Collaborative, not confrontational. I’m here to help you improve, not just point out faults.

3. Reporting & Action Planning (3-5 Business Days)

You’ll receive:

  • Detailed Audit Reportwith:
  • Compliance status for each requirement
  • Identified non-conformities (major/minor)
  • Observations and opportunities for improvement

Corrective Action Plan with:

  • Prioritized actions
  • Recommended solutions
  • Realistic timelines

Executive Summaryfor leadership

4. Follow-Up Support

  • Assistance implementing corrective actions
  • Optional re-audit of corrected areas
  • Ongoing consultation as needed

What Makes My Internal Audits Different

Why Melbourne Businesses Choose Me

Feature
My Approach
Typical Competitors
Communication
Plain English explanations with practical examples
Heavy jargon and "audit-speak"
Value-Add
Identifies efficiency improvements beyond compliance
Focuses only on minimum requirements
Recent Client Result: A Melbourne IT firm reduced their certification audit findings by 80% after implementing my internal audit recommendations.

Industries & Standards I Specialize In

Tailored Audits for Your Sector

Healthcare

  • ISO 13485 (Medical Devices)
  • ISO 27001 (Information Security)

Manufacturing

  • ISO 9001 (Quality Management)
  • ISO 14001 (Environmental)

Construction

  • ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety)

Professional Services

  • ISO 27001 (Information Security)
  • ISO 9001 (Quality Management)

Each audit is customized to your industry’s specific risks and requirements.

Internal Audit Frequency Guide

How Often Should You Audit?

Business Type
Recommended Frequency
Key Focus Areas
Startups/new to ISO
Quarterly for first year
Documentation, basic processes
Stable, compliant businesses
Annually
Continuous improvement
High-risk industries (healthcare, construction)
6-monthly
Critical controls, safety
Post-major changes (new systems, acquisitions)
Immediately after changes
Change management

FAQs: ISO Internal Audits Explained

Most SMEs require 2-5 days on-site, plus preparation and reporting time. Larger organizations may need 1-2 weeks.
Yes, but independent auditors (like myself) provide more objective, expert assessments. Many businesses use a mix of both.
  • Major:Complete absence or breakdown of a required process
  • Minor:Isolated incident or documentation lapse
Internal audits typically range from $3,000-$15,000 AUD depending on organization size and complexity. Contact me for a precise quote.

Next Steps: Schedule Your Internal Audit

What You'll Get:

  1. Free initial consultationto discuss your needs
  2. Customized audit proposalwithin 48 hours
  3. Flexible schedulingto minimize disruption
  4. Ongoing supportto implement improvements

Don’t wait for your certification audit to find problems. Discover and fix them first with a professional internal audit.