Trainee Agriculture Inspector

We're looking for an Agricultural Inspector to join our dynamic team. This role is open to both fully qualified inspectors and motivated individuals seeking to start and train in this field. You'll play a key role in maintaining quality standards across the agricultural supply chain, ensuring safety, compliance, and integrity in everything we do. This role is predominantly based at ports and operational sites, including work on vessels/ships, and involves a hands-on, operational environment.,

• Conduct inspections of agricultural products and facilities
• Perform sampling, grading, and testing in line with industry standards
• Prepare accurate reports and documentation
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders to ensure compliance and quality assurance
• Support training and development activities if joining in a trainee capacity
  
  We welcome applications from:
• Trainees who are eager to learn, with a strong interest in agriculture and food standards, full training will be provided
• Experienced agricultural inspectors with relevant qualifications and industry knowledge
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
• Good attention to detail
• Communication and reporting skills
• A willingness to work both independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to travel as needed
• A full driving license (Essential)
  
  We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise - when you need to be sure - underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.
SGS's Natural Resources business line powers the agriculture, petrochemical, mining, energy, and resource sectors with expert testing, inspection, and certification. From exploration to trade, SGS helps clients boost efficiency, stay compliant, and reduce risk-backed by cutting-edge labs, digital tools, and a global network.

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:
• Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
• Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
• Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• Retailer Discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
• Length of Service Awards
• Christmas Vouchers
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Discounted Gym Membership
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.