Job Summary
Kiwa Agri Food are recruiting auditors for the Trade Assurance Scheme for Combinable Crops (TASCC) owned by Agriculture Industries Confederation. Kiwa is a dynamic audit and certification body based in Harrogate and we are looking for self-employed individuals on a subcontracted basis. With a competitive audit fee and excellent support from a dedicated team, you will assist in the auditing against industry standards, writing detailed reports and providing technical support to the sector. Candidates should possess a strong willingness to travel, as the role will involve visiting various sites across the UK.
About the role
1. Conducting thorough, complete, and technically competent assessments to determine a company’s compliance with the TASCC scheme.
2. Report into and work closely with the TASCC Scheme Manager.
3. Create strong relationships with customers and scheme owners ensuring ongoing business.
4. Update and maintain records and reports in electronic systems.
5. Attend meetings, training seminars, shows and events as required.
6. Ensure the quality of the service we offer.
7. Maintain technical knowledge via continual professional development and develop knowledge of other areas in the sector.
This role is based in the UK ideally in the following locations:
1. ROI and Northern Ireland.
2. North West of England, Cumbria and surrounding areas.
3. Chester and into North Wales.
4. Southwest of England into Cornwall/Devon.
Do you have what it takes?
1. Valid driver’s license and willing to travel around UK.
2. Commercial experience within the agricultural supply, agriculture, or food industries.
3. HACCP training (essential).
4. Lead Assessor qualification is desirable.
5. A working understanding of feed/food safety issues.
6. A working understanding of quality systems and preferably experience in an inspection role.
7. Excellent planning and organizational skills.
8. Good working knowledge of typical IT tools (Microsoft Office, etc).
9. Dynamism, aptitude for problem solving and teamwork, practicality, reliability, flexibility, and results oriented.
10. Exceptional communication skills and interpersonal relations at all levels.
11. Be able to work under own initiative.
What can you expect from us in return?
At Kiwa, we deliver results driven by our core values: Ambitious, Reliable, and Engaged the principles that guide how we work with colleagues, customers, and everyone we encounter. We are committed to fostering personal development, encouraging you to be ambitious, explore new ideas, and contribute to making the world a safer, more sustainable place. Here, you’ll thrive in a dynamic environment with ample opportunities for growth and self-development.
As an equal opportunity employer, Kiwa celebrates diversity and is dedicated to building an inclusive, supportive workplace. We embrace flexibility in hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds globally, ensuring a work environment free from prejudice, discrimination, and intimidation. Inclusivity and equality are core to who we are, and we uphold these values without exception.
If you have any questions about this role and would like to speak a member of the Talent Team, please e-mail us at uk.careers@kiwa.com.
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