Inspector / Auditor

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SGS is seeking a full-time Inspector Auditor based in Napier to support Hawke’s Bay with IVA auditing, commercial and phytosanitary inspections, surveying, and GlobalGAP for Agricultural Commodities, with occasional travel. You’ll plan and conduct inspections and audits, produce concise reports, participate in training, and deliver excellent customer service to grow statutory and commercial work. Requirements include experience in agricultural inspections or a Level 4 horticulture certificate, plus QA qualifications such as HACCP or Lead Auditor if possible; strong communication, report writing, MS Office skills, and a current NZ driver’s license. To apply, tailor your CV to highlight audits, GlobalGAP, QA programs, fieldwork and travel flexibility, and a collaborative mindset.

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 97,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

Job Description

Are you looking to take the next step in your quality assurance and compliance career in the agricultural sector? Join our team and play a key role in ensuring the integrity of New Zealand’s agricultural commodities.

About the Role

In this position, you will assist with planning and conducting IVA auditing activities, commercial and phytosanitary inspections, surveying, and GlobalGAP for our Agricultural Commodities business.

You’ll be based in Napier, primarily servicing the Hawke’s Bay area, with occasional travel to other regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct inspection, verification, and auditing activities effectively and on time.
• Ensure all administration and reporting is clear, concise, and accurate.
• Participate in training programmes and assessments.
• Comply with reporting functions specific to the role.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to maintain and grow our commercial and statutory services.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in agricultural inspections or a Level 4 National Certificate in horticulture
• Management Systems Lead Auditor qualifications would be beneficial
• Relevant food safety, internal auditing, and HACCP qualifications.
• Ability to interpret and apply quality assurance procedures accurately.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in report writing and computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and basic database management).
• Current and unrestricted NZ driver’s license.

Additional Information

Working at SGS means joining a sustainable, innovative, global company.

Here are some of the benefits to working for SGS.  

• Commitment to ongoing learning & development 
• Sustainability is embedded in our culture and the way we do business 
• Career development opportunities (both nationally and globally)  

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