Red Tractor Poultry Assessor Devon​/Herefordshire​/Powys; Independent Contractor

We are looking for a Red Tractor Poultry Assessor to join our team of self-employed contractors in the South West – specifically Somerset, Devon, Herefordshire, Powys.

Do you have a love of all things farming, our great British agriculture industry, and the quality of the food it produces?

NSF is a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification services. Our Agriculture team certification body operates a number of plant and animal-based assurance schemes. We audit and certify that farms meet scheme owner standards.

• Conduct on-farm assessments
• Summarize and evaluate audit findings, and submit reports in a timely manner
• Communicate findings and results of audits with client site management or appropriate client representatives
• Develop effective work plans for the completion of assigned audits within a determined timeframe
• Establish and maintain effective communication with key team members, including audit delivery and client teams

• Minimum of NVQ Level 3 in an Agricultural related subject
• On farm experience, some management or stockperson experience, with responsibility for health & welfare of livestock
• The ability to communicate with and engage with the farming community and colleagues in a confident and patient manner
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Enthusiasm, energy, a keen eye for detail, and a passion to improve standards
• Ability to manage conflict and difficult situations
• Ability to manage own time and meet strict deadlines
• A flexible approach
• Respect for individual and Company confidentiality rights
• Full UK driving license
• Willingness and ability to travel
• Willingness to work some evenings and weekends
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office

NSF is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.