Auditor

We’re Hiring: Auditor (Food Safety & Certification)

Location: UK & Mainland Europe (with travel). Full‑time | Onsite/Field‑Based.

About the Role: We’re looking for a highly motivated auditor to join our certification team. You’ll lead and deliver audits for various food safety standards, support accreditation processes, and contribute to internal quality improvements. This role also involves occasional training delivery, client support, and technical input for our sales and operations teams.

We are looking for candidates located within East Midlands, West Midlands, London, South East, South West (Bristol, Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, Dorset).

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver audits for accredited and non‑accredited food safety standards (e.g., BRCGS, FSSC 22000).
• Produce audit reports and manage the close‑out of corrective actions to meet Certification Programme Owner KPIs.
• Support internal auditing and drive improvements through our QMS.
• Provide training to stakeholders, internally and externally where needed.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing to ensure technical accuracy and customer satisfaction.
• Participate in standard‑setting committees and handle certification‑related complaints.
• Travel regularly across the UK and Europe; occasional weekend work may occur.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years in food industry roles, including technical or quality positions.
• HACCP and Lead Auditor certifications.
• Completed at least 10 audits (15+ audit days), including 5 BRCGS Food audits.
• Strong communicator, organized, ethical, and self‑driven.
• Experience across a wide range of product categories.

Nice to Have

• Experience with other schemes: IFS, McDonald’s SQMS, Non‑GMO, BRCGS Agents & Brokers, etc.
• Project management or training experience.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a global leader in food safety certification. Work in a dynamic, supportive environment that values quality, technical excellence, and professional growth.