Independent Red Tractor Assessor - Pigs, Crops, Beef & Lamb

NSF; North East; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

NSF is seeking an experienced farming or agricultural professional to carry out Red Tractor Pigs, Crops, Beef & Lamb assessments as a self-employed contractor around Northumberland.

You will audit on-farm to verify compliance with Red Tractor standards, prepare reports, and communicate findings to farmers and NSF. Travel and flexible scheduling are part of the role. This is an autonomous, ad hoc opportunity suitable for seasoned practitioners looking for flexible, contract-based work.

Qualifications

• On-farm practical experience in livestock farming or management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with farmers and clients.
• Ability to manage time and plan audits effectively.
• Willingness to travel to farm locations and work occasional evenings/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Conducting on-farm Red Tractor assessments across Dairy, Beef & Lamb schemes.
• Reviewing scheme requirements and completing audits in line with Red Tractor standards.
• Summarising and evaluating audit findings and submitting reports within agreed timeframes.
• Clearly communicating audit findings with farmers and client representatives.
• Planning audit activity effectively to meet deadlines.
• Maintaining effective communication with audit delivery and client teams.

Skills

Stockperson experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Driving licence

Willingness to travel

Job description

NSF is seeking an experienced farming or agricultural professional to carry out Red Tractor Pigs, Crops, Beef & Lamb assessments as a self-employed contractor around Northumberland.

You will audit on-farm to verify compliance with Red Tractor standards, prepare reports, and communicate findings to farmers and NSF. Travel and flexible scheduling are part of the role. This is an autonomous, ad hoc opportunity suitable for seasoned practitioners looking for flexible, contract-based work.