We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection, and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 96,000 employees operate a network of 2,700 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer, and more interconnected world.

The incumbent shall be responsible for: planning and conducting professional management system audits to enable delivery of assessment and certification services that meet client requirements and appropriate accreditation standards.

 Main duties and responsibilities:

• Conduct audits in accordance with established procedures, maintaining a high standard of service delivery that ensures effective customer relationships, primarily ISO/FSSC22000 , BRC Food and related BRC Products ,HACCP and Second party audits.
• Complete all chargeable work within the required budget and KPI timeframes to ensure customer satisfaction and efficiency of the business.
• Ensure completion of all assigned work and relevant documentation in accordance with required procedures and standards to fulfil customer expectations.
• Provide accurate and timely reporting as required by line management to assist the planning and management of operations.
• Manage personal schedule to work efficiently and to meet target chargeability requirements as defined Business Manager.
• Enhance client satisfaction and ensure compliance with standards.
• Undertake personal professional development and ensure appropriate training records and personal logs are updated to maintain relevant auditor registrations and relevant industry knowledge.
• To provide technical support and staff training to all parts of the business to enhance the service capability of the business.
• Carry out internal audits of individual auditors, functions or offices to ensure internal compliance with relevant standards.
• Carry out internal audits of individual auditors, functions or offices to ensure internal compliance with relevant standards.
• Adopt at all times a safe behavior by exercising due regard for HSE of SGS employees.

Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

• Degree, or tertiary equivalent - i.e., BA/BSc, HND in Food or Bioscience related discipline
• Lead Auditor Qualification for food standards i.e., BRC Food and related BRC Products ISO/FSSC22000
• Recognized HACCP (minimum of 2 days duration with examination)
• BRC Understanding Requirements Courses with Merit pass latest version.
• Auditor qualification in ISO 9001 will be an added advantage.
• Work experience not less than 3 years in positions with significant QA or management systems responsibility in food manufacturing, food retail or environmental health.
• Experience in management systems auditing against recognized standards.
• Experience of working under own initiative and in planning and prioritizing workloads
• Demonstrate an excellent working knowledge and understanding of Food Safety and non GFSI Certification requirements (HACCP, GMP)
• Excellent working knowledge of management systems, standards and compliance/auditing techniques
• A solid understanding of FSSC / BRCGS and UKAS accreditation requirements
• Effective interpersonal skills; able to develop good working relationships with people at all levels.
• Attention to detail with ability to multi-task and manage conflicting priorities including all requirements for technical reviews.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to change – committed to continuous personal and professional development.