Forestry Auditor

Company Description
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 94,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world. SGS Knowledge NZ offers a range of services for the forestry, timber and paper industries including FSC Chain of Custody and Forest Management Certification.

**Job Description**:

- Provide Forestry FSC Chain of Custody (COC) auditing services as required to SGS Forestry, Timber and Paper industry sector Clients throughout NZ
- Provide support to SGS Forestry Programme Manager and undertake reporting and administration as required
- Provide technical support and assistance with internal audits
- Develop knowledge and expertise to be able to complete Logo approval for FSC
- Develop experience and undertake the necessary training to meet requirements to become a Forestry Management Auditor
- Complete necessary documentation required by the FSC and SGS policies and procedures to ensure it is robust and meets KPI’s set by Affiliate SA
- Upload necessary audit documentation onto the appropriate data base(s)
- Coordinate with and assist other Audit Team members, including Consultants, with undertaking audit and verification activities
- Receive and respond to client enquiries and support the Programme Manager with business development

**Qualifications**:

- Tertiary qualification essential (eg. Degree or Diploma) ideally in Forestry or Forest Engineering
- Background and knowledge of the New Zealand Forestry/Timber industry
- Exposure to forestry auditing eg, Chain of Custody or Product Certification
- Existing forestry auditor qualifications would be advantageous, but are not essential as training and support to obtain auditor certifications can be provided
- Training and/or experience in other management systems auditing would also be useful eg. ISO 14001, ISO 19001, ISO 45001, with Lead Auditor certification highly advantageous
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Intermediate to advanced level Microsoft Word and Excel skills
- A professional approach with a focus on customer service
- Proven communication and negotiation skills
- NZ residency status or a valid and current visa to work in NZ
- Current and full drivers license

Additional Information**
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid New Zealand work visa.