Jobs in Morpeth

We have an exciting opportunity for a Farm Assessor to join our team covering the Northumberland region. We are seeking someone with a hands-on agricultural background who is interested in becoming a Farm Assessor and joining our team focusing on Beef, Lamb, and Combinable Crops on a zero-hour contract.ABOUT YOUWe are seeking someone who has experience and knowledge of the agricultural industry and who can empathise and communicate with customers is crucial, alongside a farming background with exposure to Beef, Lamb and Combinable Crops.Required skills and experience : Formal Qualification / Degree in Agriculture or a related field is desirable but not essentialRelevant experience working with associated Agriculture areas (cattle / sheep / crops / organics etc) or in industry. Additionally, experience with any Red Tractor scheme would also be desirableGood communication, IT and organizational skillsStrong writing and analytical skillsAbility to work independently and be self-motivatedABOUT THE OPPORTUNITYAs a Farm Assessor, you will be required to plan and conduct professional Red Tractor audits to enable the delivery of assessments and certification services that meet customer requirements. As a Farm Assessor, you will be responsible for monitoring and assessing agricultural standards, ensuring farmers are fully compliant. This could be standards in animal welfare, farm assurance, health and safety, environmental legislation and many more.Key activities : To carry out Red Tractor accredited audit programmes with a focus on Beef, Lamb and Combinable Crops auditsDeliver specific client training programmes and on-the-job coaching, where requiredProvide the highest level of service and responsiveness to our clientsFully follow the Audit Brief for all audits undertaken, ensuring audit-specific requirements are metAccurately complete all reports and paperwork, handheld data capture forms, and other documentation, as required, for each client audit / visitProgress actions speedily and report delays in completion to any agreed timescalesZero hours contract / subcontract, flexible working hours, paid per audit. Covering the Northumberland area.WHAT WE OFFERJoin Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity and we thrive working together with precision, pace, and passion. We are working to make the world Ever Better, ensuring the quality, safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world.Competitive salary / benefitsDevelopment and career opportunities around the GlobeWorking in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environmentWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer who do not discriminate against applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex or national origin.Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies.

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