We are seeking a Forestry Lead Auditor (SFI Forest Management, SFI Fiber Sourcing, SFI Chain of Custody, PEFC Chain of Custody, FSC Chain of Custody, FSC Forest Management, & ATFS, to lead 3rd Party Audits in North America. This is an independent contract position that offers flexible scheduling to perform 20-30 days of audits per year. As a Forestry Lead Auditor you will be responsible for managing, planning and executing all phases for each audit process.
Education and Work Experience:
Auditors shall have the education, appropriate work experience and knowledge to be competent in:
· Technical forestry operations focused on the production of wood fiber;
· The integration of economic, environmental and social aspects of forestry;
· Forestry and environmental laws and regulations;
· Relevant forest management standards;
· Relevant forestry and environmental laws and regulations
· Environmental management systems against which audits may be conducted;
Preferred lead auditor qualification
Forest Management and Fiber Sourcing auditors shall have the education, formal training, and experience that promote competency in and comprehension of:
· forestry operations as they relate to natural resource management, including wildlife, fisheries, recreation, etc.;
· environmental regulation related to forestry;
· international and domestic sustainable forestry management systems and performance standards; and
· certification requirements related to the standards.
Exceptions to selected knowledge, education and/or experience requirements may be granted when warranted by the specialized
nature of the audit assignment and by the auditor’s training or expertise
Personal Competencies and Skills for All Auditors
All auditors shall possess personal attributes, competencies and skills in the following areas:
· Clear expression of concepts and ideas, both verbally and in writing;
· Interpersonal skills conducive to effective and efficient auditing, including diplomacy, tact and the ability to listen;
· Sensitivity to regional and cultural norms;
· The ability to reach sound and objective judgments based upon objective evidence; and
· Organizational skills that facilitate analyzing and processing a large amount of information.
What we offer:
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