Auditor – Food Industry

Location: Auckland and Christchurch (with flexible working options)

Food Safety | Quality Systems | Compliance | Professional Growth | Innovation

The Opportunity

Join AsureQuality’s Auditing Services team and make a real impact on the quality and safety of New Zealand’s food.

We’re looking for an experienced Food Industry Auditor to help us uphold Aotearoa’s reputation for world-class food standards — here at home and across the globe.

In this role, you’ll take ownership of:

• Analysing and evaluating processes, records, and systems
• Ensuring compliance with national and international standards
• Providing clear, professional guidance to our customers
• Staying ahead of emerging trends and regulatory changes
• Driving innovation and continuous improvement in food safety practices

You’ll be part of a collaborative, specialist team that delivers trusted auditing and certification services nationwide. Our auditors are known for their professionalism, strong communication skills, and ability to build genuine, lasting relationships with clients.

About You

You’re a confident communicator and natural problem-solver with a passion for food safety and quality. To succeed, you’ll bring:

• 5+ years’ experience in food industry service, food safety, or quality management systems
• A strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements
• Proven experience in internal and/or external auditing (HACCP awareness essential)
• Knowledge of Quality and Food Safety Management Systems
• Familiarity with standards such as Risk Based Measures (Food Act), SQF, or BRCGS (highly regarded)
• Exceptional attention to detail and a drive to deliver excellence
• The ability to quickly build trust and rapport with diverse stakeholders

What We Offer

This role offers variety, flexibility, and meaningful work — including:

• Regular travel throughout New Zealand (with some overnight stays)
• Hybrid working options – balance your fieldwork with time at home
• A supportive team culture that values wellbeing and work/life balance
• Excellent training to match your experience

About Us

At AsureQuality, our 1,800+ team members work across the entire food supply chain — partnering with farmers, producers, and manufacturers to uphold what Aotearoa stands for: a higher standard of food quality and safety.

As Kaitiaki Kai – guardians of food, we take pride in doing what’s right for food and the environments it comes from. We’re committed to developing our people, celebrating diversity, and fostering fairness and opportunity for all.

If you’re ready to play a key role in protecting and promoting New Zealand’s food integrity, we’d love to hear from you.