Inspector - Organic Certification

Role Overview:

We're looking for a detail-oriented person with a background in agriculture (or something similar) to join our inspection team as an Inspector – Organic Certification. You'll plan and carry out on-site audits, keep clear records of what you find, and flag any issues that don't meet organic certification standards. You'll follow our established process and get ongoing training to keep building your skills along the way.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, arrange, and conduct on-site inspections in line with current organic standards and checklists.
• Document all inspection findings accurately, preparing evaluation reports during or immediately after each inspection.
• Identify and report non-conformities for evaluation by the certification team.
• Maintain complete and organised inspection records, ensuring all notes are filed with the relevant case files and never destroyed.
• Strictly adhere to confidentiality obligations in accordance with the employment contract.
• Comply with all current work instructions, procedures, and internal quality management requirements.
• Participate in mandatory internal training programmes, update meetings, and on-location standard reviews.
• Execute audits under the supervision of a Senior Inspector during the authorisation process.

Qualifications:

• Relevant university degree or equivalent qualification in Agriculture, Horticulture, Aquaculture, Apiculture, Animal Husbandry, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in auditing, certification, food processing, or other activities relevant to the certification scope.
• Relevant training on organic standards and knowledge of quality management systems.
• Valid authorisation certificate confirming competence in the applicable disciplines, products, or QMS areas.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation applicable to the certification scope.

Key Competencies required:

• Must hold a valid authorisation certificate confirming the disciplines, products, and QMS areas they are qualified to assess
• Must have a working knowledge of relevant legislation applicable to their certification scope
• Where subcontractors are engaged, they must meet the same competence standards and hold an equivalent authorisation certificate, issued only after a thorough review of their qualifications documented by the individual or their employer
• Inspectors with less than two years of experience must complete a minimum of two formal trainings and two shadow inspections annually before conducting inspections independently
• Full authorisation is granted only upon satisfactory completion of the internal training programme, with the final decision made jointly by the Senior Inspector and Quality Manager
• Must attend regular update meetings covering changes to audit reports, instructions, and sanction lists
• On-location reviews of standards and audit procedures, including those specific to the production of pigs and calves, will be conducted periodically

Why Join Us?

At FCID India, you will be part of a recognised and growing certification body with a diverse portfolio of organic schemes. We offer a structured career pathway with clear progression opportunities, supported by ongoing training, standards updates, and mentorship from experienced Senior Inspectors. If you are passionate about organic agriculture and want to play a meaningful role in upholding certification integrity, this is the right place to grow.

This is a contractual position with an initial duration of one year, renewable based on performance.