OverviewThe Forest Management auditor's primary service is to conduct Forest Management and Chain of Custody audits for a network of clients. This is a contract position located in Australia or New Zealand.Relevant Chain of Custody Services/SchemesForest Stewardship Council (FSC)Responsible Wood (RW)Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC)Sustainable Biomass Program (SBP)Other Chain of Custody Program services, as applicableEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesAuditingConduct robust and detailed Forest Management and Chain of Custody auditsPerform audits in a variety of forest, industrial, and urban settings at companies such as timber companies, government land managers, sawmills, pellet mills, furniture manufacturers, paper distributors, printers, etc.Generate high-quality audit reports, ensuring accurate, detailed, and consistent descriptions of evidence and findingsIndependently, or with teams, assess management practices of organizations related to applicable certification standardsBe proficient in program and certification requirements, ensuring a pragmatic approach to a wide range of auditing circumstances while maintaining the integrity of the certification scheme (e.g. FSC, RW, PEFC, etc.)CommunicationsCommunicate standard requirements to clients clearly, effectively, and conciselyCommunicate regularly with clients ensuring that Corrective Action Requests are closed within appropriate deadlinesCommunicate promptly with SCS staff on the scheduling of audits and revisions to draft reports, if neededMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in forestry, natural resources, sustainability, environmental studies, or a related fieldISO training certification or willingness to complete the ISO training offered by SCS5+ years of professional experience in forestry, natural resource management, or related fieldFluency in English with work experience that involves professional and technical written communication in EnglishStrong organization and prioritization skills with exceptional attention to detailStrong customer service and teamwork orientationInitiative, good judgment, ability to work independently, and responsive/adaptive personalityApplied experience in auditing and/or quality assuranceProficient with business software including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Information Communication Technology tools (Zoom, Skype, Microsoft Teams, etc.)Ability to travel throughout Australia and New Zealand for on-site auditsAdditional Preferred QualificationsCurrently qualified as an FSC, RW, and/or PEFC Lead AuditorPhysical RequirementsThis is a home office-based job and requires travel for on-site audits with our clients 75% of the time. Must be able to physically travel to audit sites, and a driver's license is required. Primarily computer-based work, and must be able to speak and listen in person and on the phone.Work EnvironmentHome office and on-site client visits. Site visits may include assessing manufacturers, distributors, storage facilities, and ports. Appropriate work attire and safety gear are expected (e.g., closed-toed shoes, field PPE, etc.).#LI-Remote#J-18808-Ljbffr
