Certification Support Officer (Exports)

Youth For Public Transport (Y4PT); Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food safety company is seeking a Certification Support Officer (CSO) to assist with export certification for animal-origin products, primarily meat and dairy. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and at least three A levels, with one in a science subject. Responsibilities include inspecting goods, checking containers, and supervising loading. The role offers a competitive salary, training, and is based in Glasgow. Ideal for someone who can commute and is ready to start ASAP.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Full training and support

Mobile phone and required equipment

Qualifications

• Candidates must have strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to use their initiative are essential.
• A driving licence is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Check the empty containers to see if they are fit to transport goods.
• Inspect goods for broken boxes and expirations.
• Supervise the loading and sealing of containers.
• Take photos throughout the export process as required.

Skills

Good written and spoken communication skills

Ability to build professional relationships

Attention to detail

Initiative

Assertiveness

Strong organization skills

Education

Minimum of three A levels (or equivalent)

One A level in a science subject or food technology

Job description

Certification Support Officer (CSO)

Eville & Jones

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are willing to gain a new qualification and skills within the export and food safety industry. You must have good written and spoken communications skills and a proven ability to build professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Attention to detail, ability to use their own initiative and assertiveness are vital.

Appointees will also be adaptable and have strong organisation skills to work to agreed timescales and meet all deadlines. They must possess a minimum of three A levels (or equivalent or higher qualifications), one of which a science subject or food technology. A driving licence is desirable but not essential part of the role.

Our rapid programme of expansion has seen great growth to our export division, which the new CSOs will support.

They will provide export certification for products of animal origin (POAO) – primarily meat, meat products and dairy – ensuring that all consignments meet the requirements of importing countries as detailed in the Export Health Certificate. This position will be based in our distribution centres and meat processing facilities so candidates must be comfortable with this environment.

This role is contracted to 40 hours per week working on a shift basis Monday – Sunday and between the hours of 07:00 – 20:00.

We are looking for the ideal candidate to commence ASAP to work on a full time basis and can easily commute to Glasgow G68.

Duties Will Include

• Checking the empty containers to see if it is fit to transport goods
• Take photos throughout export as indicated on the booking form
• Inspect the goods, checking for broken boxes, expirations etc
• Supervise the loading/sealing of the containers
• Take photographic evidence of the sealed container and seal number
• Provide the evidence and feedback to the EOV
• Any other duties as required

We Offer

• An excellent package that includes an attractive salary, full training and support in achieving a qualification, mobile phone and all equipment needed to perform the role.

Role not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidate must have full right to work in the UK.