SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 97,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

Are you passionate about horticulture and ready to grow your career as an Inspector  at SGS? We’re looking for a motivated individual to join our team in Motueka, servicing the wider Tasman region.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with (or working towards) a Level 4 National Certificate in Horticulture or has a genuine interest in horticultural inspections.

Full training will be provided, so if you're eager to learn and make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Assist with planning and conducting inspection activities.
• Support phytosanitary inspections & endpoint certifications
• Work towards GlobalG.A.P. Auditor Certification
• Ensure inspection documentation is clear, accurate, and completed on time
• Take part in training programmes to build technical knowledge
• Handle administration tasks
• Deliver excellent customer service to support and grow our services

• A passion for horticulture and a willingness to learn
• Good attention to detail and strong communication skills
• Ideally some hands-on horticulture experience (not essential)
• A Level 4 National Certificate in Horticulture or similar would be great, but if you’re working towards it or have equivalent experience, we’d still love to hear from you!
• Current NZ drivers’ licence
• Must be based in Motueka or nearby within the Tasman region
• Willingness to travel within the region and occasionally outside it

Working at SGS means joining a sustainable, innovative, global company. Here are some of the benefits to working for SGS.  

• Structured training and mentoring
• Supportive team environment
• Career development opportunities in horticultural auditing and inspection
• A meaningful role contributing to New Zealand’s horticultural standards and exports

Applicants for this position should have New Zealand residency or a valid New Zealand work visa. 

To discover more about SGS globally, visit www.SGS.com