Assessor/Technical Reviewer - Farm Schemes

Posted 2 days 8 hours ago by Kiwa Group

Permanent
Not Specified
Other
Yorkshire, Harrogate, United Kingdom, HG1 1
Job Description

Job Summary

Kiwa Agri-Food is seeking an Assessor/Technical Reviewer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will conduct technical reviews of the farm scheme and perform decision making on audit reports submitted by auditors on audits conducted in the UK and overseas. You will also conduct farm scheme audits and support the technical management of the farm schemes. This is a hybrid role with some travel required to our office in Harrogate and to conduct audits. Kiwa is a global leader in Testing, Inspection and Certification. Our company motto is we create trust. We want you to trust us in becoming your employer of choice.

About the role

  1. Reporting to the Head of Certification Delivery to support the technical management of the farm schemes.
  2. Conduct assessments of customers within the schemes.
  3. Witness and approve auditors ensuring auditors have the correct technical knowledge and expertise to conduct.
  4. Conduct technical reviews of audit reports, ensuring compliance and completeness within agreed timescales.
  5. Create strong relationships with customers and scheme owners, ensuring ongoing business.
  6. Provide feedback on quality or accreditation issues to the Head of Certification.
  7. Grade audit reports, and witness/approve auditors to ensure they have the necessary technical knowledge and expertise to conduct audits.
  8. Maintain accurate records and reports in electronic systems, supporting timely and accurate scheme activity reporting.
  9. Respond to participant and applicant queries, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  10. Organise and attend meetings, training seminars, shows and events as required.
  11. Stay updated on Kiwa Agri-Food procedures, guidelines, and industry standards.
  12. Maintain technical knowledge via continuous professional development and develop knowledge of other areas in the sector.
  13. Maintain a safe working environment and support the company's growth and culture.

Do you have what it takes?

  1. Relevant experience working in the livestock industry, with strong operational knowledge of the farm sector.
  2. Technical knowledge of farm schemes, preferably in the pig and poultry sectors.
  3. HACCP training (can be provided as part of the role).
  4. Budget management awareness and the ability to meet set targets.
  5. Excellent planning, organisational skills, and attention to detail.
  6. Good working knowledge of IT tools (Microsoft Office etc.).
  7. Dynamic, results-oriented with problem-solving skills, flexibility, and the ability to work effectively in teams.
  8. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills at all levels.

What can you expect from us in return?

  1. £32,000 - £35,000 per annum
  2. Generous Annual Leave - Starting at 25 days plus Bank Holidays, with the option to buy additional leave and increased entitlement with length of service
  3. 36.25 hours per week - Monday to Friday, hybrid working (up to 2 days in the office)
  4. Enhanced Family Leave - Enhanced maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave with 6 months full pay, plus 2 weeks full pay for paternity leave
  5. Milestone Rewards - paid and unpaid sabbaticals, charity donations, personal gifts, and retail vouchers
  6. Salary Reviews
  7. Company Bonus Scheme
  8. Enhanced Pension Contributions
  9. Life Assurance - 4x your annual salary
  10. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - Confidential support, advice, and counselling available 24/7, 365 days a year
  11. 24/7 GP Service - Access to medical advice anytime
  12. Cycle to Work Scheme
  13. Eye Care Vouchers - Supporting your health and well-being
  14. Welcome Pack - Filled with company-branded goodies to kickstart your journey with us

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 to a member of the Talent Team, please e-mail us at .