• Do you have experience in Quality Assurance in the meat production industry, or high risk food processing?

• Do you have BRCGS (Brand Reputation Compliance Global Standards) experience within the food supply chain industry?

• Remote audit role available South Island (NZ) and reporting to Australian based Brisbane Head Office.

• Attractive salary, tool-of-trade vehicle, and many more benefits!

How you'll make a difference

Our organisation is a recognised industry leader in delivering certification auditing services across the red meat and livestock industries as well as the broader agriculture industry, including horticulture, poultry & eggs, food safety, animal welfare and social and ethical compliance.

As a Field Auditor within our Meat Food Safety Programs, you will play a vital role in our mission by conducting thorough, high-quality audits of red meat producers against red meat supply chain requirements.

We are committed to setting our Field Auditors up for success. You will be supported by our experienced and industry respected team and provided with all the necessary resources and comprehensive training to help you excel in your role.

You will be joining a small established team of auditors in New Zealand and their support will be readily available to you.

What you'll be doing

This is a flexible work from home and mobile role, allowing you to be based at home while travelling to client sites across South Island, and North Island if operationally required. You will also have opportunities to attend training sessions and industry conferences.

Travel is a key component of the role, with an expectation of spending approximately 4 out of 5 days on site conducting audits.

No two days will be the same. In this role, you will:

• Conduct audit in accordance with documented program standards and procedures;

• Prepare and deliver timely, accurate and complete audit plans and reports;

• Identify and escalate issues promptly;

• Build positive client relationships while enhancing the AUS-MEAT reputation through integrity and exceptional service;

• Submit invoicing and costing data in line with business requirements;

• Plan, manage and maintain up to date audit schedules;

• Communicate effectively with clients, stakeholders and head office; and

• Maintain current industry and program knowledge, continuously developing interpersonal and auditing skills and meeting report writing standards.

You will receive training and mentoring to audit a range of meat food safety programs, including AUS-MEAT Accreditation and Non-Packer Exporter programs. Over time, you will progress to auditing additional schemes such as BRCGS and North American (Aldi Meat, AAWCS, Costco Meat, McDonalds Beef, North American, Woolworths Meat, WQA).

A little about you

You are passionate about food safety and compliance with at least five years' hands on experience in Food Manufacturing (experience in Meat Industry highly regarded) or high-risk processing, food science/technology.

Have proven experience in meat or food processing related industries, within quality assurance, product safety, manufacturing, retail or inspection.

As a Field Auditor, you will hold or be willing to obtain:

• Lead Auditor Food Safety certification

• External HAACP (principles & applications) certification

• Exemplar Global certified as a Food Safety Auditor (scopes 3A Red meat processing - slaughtering and boning and 3B Red meat processing)

• BRCGS categories 1 (raw red meat) and 3 (raw prepared products meat & vegetarian) certification

If you don't have these, and you're the right person for the role, support will be provided to gain these certificates.

You will need to be self motivated, organised, able to work autonomously (with remote technical assistance as required), use digital platforms and portals.

You will need to have professional and clear writing skills and be comfortable typing your reports or using electronic forms or online portals.

Through your natural interpersonal communication skills, you will be able to successfully forge strong professional relationships with clients and have a developmental manner when giving feedback.

You will also have an appetite for continual learning and upskilling in your field of expertise and be able to manage your time effectively.

About AUS-MEAT Limited

Formed in 1998 by co-owners MLA (Meat & Livestock Australia) and AMPC (Australian Meat Processor Corporation), AUS-MEAT has become a highly regarded leading provider of professional services to the industry.

AUS-MEAT is a medium sized business built with passionate people who drive a profitable and sustainable industry, supply chain, and export brand for high-quality meat, livestock and fresh produce. This is carried out through leading-edge policy standards; international and national audit programs; accreditation; thorough quality mangement; and consultation and strategic services, building value for our members, clients and customers. AUS-MEAT is a long term provider to New Zealand meat supply chain industries.

What we can offer you

In return for your efforts, we offer a market leading salary plus additional benefits, such as:

• Tool-of-Trade vehicle, company laptop, tablet and mobile phone

• Audit scheduling support

• Access to Employee Assistance Program

• Participation in our Rewards and Recognition Program, celebrating your achievements and contributions and giving you access to discounts on services, retail products and more

• Annual Health and Wellbeing allowance

• Enjoy a special AUS-MEAT Day - a paid company holiday between Christmas and New year

• Paid travel and accommodation

• Opportunities for training, conferences, regular calibration sessions, technical support and audit coaching

• Support for your professional development

If you are a motivated individual with a passion to make a meaningful impact in the agricultural certification industry, we encourage you to apply.

How to apply

If you believe you have the skills and experience required, we'd love to hear from you. Click on "Apply Now" and follow the prompts.

Applications close at 9.00am (AEST) Monday, 9th November 2026, however AUS-MEAT retains the right to contact, progress any suitable applicant/and or close applications prior the closing date.