Log Inspector

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AsureQuality seeks a Senior Assessor: Logs in New Plymouth for a casual port-based inspection role that protects New Zealand’s forestry borders by ensuring logs are clean, disease-free and safe for transport. You’ll conduct inspections, use field data systems on apps and laptops, and communicate with internal and external customers, with hours that include weekends and potential travel to other NZ ports. The ideal candidate has sharp attention to detail, strong communication, an outdoor-focused work style, and the ability to adapt on short notice, with a NZ driver’s license desirable. To apply, tailor your resume to highlight field data experience, safety credentials, travel readiness, and schedule flexibility.

Job Description

Join AsureQuality as a Senior Assessor – Logs! 
Casual Opportunity | Inspection Role | Protect New Zealand Borders 

The Opportunity: 
Based in New Plymouth, AsureQuality is seeking a Senior Assessor – Logs to join our team in a pivotal role within the forestry industry. You will play an essential part in ensuring the compliance and safety of New Zealand’s forestry imports and exports. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering efficient, professional inspection and assessment services, ensuring that cargo is disease-free, clean, and safe for transport. 

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with forestry or port experience, or for anyone eager to learn and develop in this dynamic field. This casual role will see you based at the port, with hours that vary week to week—including weekends, based on shipping timetables. When required, there will also be the opportunity for travel to other ports throughout New Zealand to fulfil customer requirements. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Conduct thorough inspections and assessments of logs to ensure they meet quality and safety standards 
• Provide clear and accurate communication to internal and external customers 
• Use field-based data systems, including mobile apps and laptops, to gather and report data 
• Ensure documentation is completed in a timely manner within specified timeframes 
• Safeguard New Zealand’s borders by ensuring that only clean, safe, and disease-free cargo is transported 

About You: 
To thrive in this role, you should have: 

• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to provide accurate, professional feedback 
• Proficiency with field-based data systems (including apps and laptops) 
• A strong, healthy body and a genuine passion for working outdoors 
• An ability to be flexible and able to work at short notice 
• Be willing and able to travel to other ports throughout NZ when required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to manage conflicting interests 
• A strong focus on health and safety 
• A full, clean New Zealand driver’s license (desired) 

If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for quality and safety, this role is the perfect springboard to success in the exciting field of log assessment and border protection! 

Apply now and play a crucial part in protecting New Zealand’s forestry industry!