Forest Management Auditor (FM Auditor)

Main Responsibilities:

• Conduct main, surveillance, and renewal audits in line with applicable standards and SGS procedures
• Ensure all audit activities comply with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct
• Prepare, review, and submit complete audit documentation accurately and within required timelines
• Maintain strong understanding of relevant global and local certification systems and procedures
• Respond to client inquiries regarding technical and commercial audit-related matters
• Support certification turnaround time and ensure audit report quality standards are met
• Act as trainer or tutor for assigned training courses
• Support new product/service development initiatives when assigned
• Identify and escalate customer feedback, issues, or system gaps to management
• Deliver audit assignments professionally in line with confidentiality and SGS standards
• Support internal teams in technical, commercial, and operational matters as required
• Participate in presentations related to SGS certification and training services when needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Forestry, Environmental Management, or related field.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in forestry or environmental-related work.

• At least 2 years of experience in management systems (e.g., ISO standards)

• Experience in one or more of the following areas:

  • Forestry/environmental management in direct operational roles
  • Consultancy in forestry/environmental management
  • Auditing in forestry/environmental systems

• Certified or trained in ISO 9001, ISO 14001, or related standards (RLA or equivalent preferred)

• Strong analytical thinking with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills

• Good command of English, both written and spoken

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a professional and proactive attitude

• Good time management and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple assignments effectively

• Able to travel and work upcountry and/or overseas as required