Auditor

FoodChain ID; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food safety certification company in the UK is seeking an Auditor to join their certification team. This role involves delivering audits for food safety standards, supporting accreditation processes, and contributing to internal quality improvements. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Food Science, HACCP and Lead Auditor certifications, and over 5 years of relevant experience. Competitive benefits and a supportive work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in food industry roles, including Technical / Quality Roles.
• Completed at least 10 audits (15+ audit days), including 5 BRCGS Food audits.
• Experience across a wide range of product categories.

Responsibilities

• Deliver audits for accredited/non-accredited food safety standards.
• Produce audit reports and manage corrective actions.
• Support internal auditing and drive improvements through our QMS.
• Provide training to stakeholders, internal and external.
• Collaborate with sales/marketing to ensure technical accuracy.

Skills

HACCP and Lead Auditor certifications

Strong communicator

Organised

Ethical and self-driven

Education

Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related field

Job description

We're Hiring: Auditor (Food Safety & Certification)

Location: UK & Mainland Europe (with travel)

Full-time | Onsite/Field-Based

About the Role:

We're looking for a highly motivated Auditor to join our certification team. You'll lead and deliver audits for various food safety standards, support accreditation processes, and contribute to internal quality improvements. This role also involves occasional training delivery, client support, and technical input for our sales and operations teams.

Ideally, we're looking for someone located within these regions: East Midlands, West Midlands, London, South East, South West (Bristol, Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, Dorset).

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver audits for accredited/non-accredited food safety standards (e.g. BRCGS, FSSC 22000).
• Produce audit reports and manage the close out of corrective actions ensuring that Certification Programme Owner KPIs are met.
• Support internal auditing and drive improvements through our QMS.
• Provide training to stakeholders, internal and external (where needed).
• Collaborate with sales/marketing to ensure technical accuracy and customer satisfaction.
• Participate in standard-setting committees and handle certification-related complaints.
• Regular UK and European travel required; occasional weekend work may occur.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related field
- 5+ years in food industry roles, incl. Technical / Quality Roles
- HACCP and Lead Auditor certifications
- Completed at least 10 audits (15+ audit days), including 5 BRCGS Food audits
- Strong communicator, organised, ethical, and self-driven
- Experience across a wide range of product categories

Nice to Have:

• Experience with other schemes: IFS, McDonald's SQMS, Non-GMO, BRCGS Agents & Brokers, etc.
• Project management or training experience.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a global leader in food safety certification. Work in a dynamic, supportive environment that values quality, technical excellence, and professional growth.

Interested? Apply now or message us directly for more info.