Certification Officer – Forestry

About our Organisation

Soil Association Certification Ltd exists to accelerate the just transition across
food, farming and land use, as a global leader in sustainability certification. We deliver
trusted solutions with nature, for people and planet through the certification of high
integrity holistic standards. These assurance schemes cover a wide range of sectors including
food, forestry, farming, landscape restoration carbon markets, beauty and
wellbeing, textiles and catering.

We are recognised and trusted by consumers and businesses around the world, operating in over
60 countries delivering FSC and PEFC certification, and you will also find the Soil Association
organic symbol on over 70% of organic products in the UK.

Soil Association Certification is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Soil Association, formed in
1946, the only UK charity which works across the spectrum of human health, the environment and
animal welfare. That’s because we cannot tackle these issues in isolation.

We campaign for change, we support farming innovation, we serve healthy food in communities, we
support and grow the organic market, and we protect forests. We couldn’t do any of this without
our supporters, partners, donors and dedicated staff. We make a difference in the world
where it’s needed the most.

About the Opportunity

The Forestry team is mainly based in Bristol, UK but has staff and representatives based in
Europe with global contacts to help deliver our work. We are a friendly tight knit team who
help each other out and often work across several portfolios. We are responsible for FSC and
PEFC certification activities in over 60 countries for both Forestry and Chain of Custody. This
means there are loads of challenges, rewards and opportunities. Your work may be engaging with
builders merchants in the UK on one day, and planning forest management audits in Vietnam the
next. Much of the work is office based but with opportunities for travel under normal
circumstances.

About You

You will have substantial administrative and experience of client/customer management, and
knowledge and/or practical experience in the forestry and/or wood processing industry and/or
supply chain industry.

You will also be:

• Inquisitive and interested
• Pragmatic and fair
• Comfortable with standards and QMS systems
• Great with people and interested in different cultures

Our Benefits

We offer a range of financial and lifestyle benefits to all our employees, including:

• 27 days annual holiday increasing to 30 days with length of service plus bank holidays (pro
  rata for part time)
• Pension scheme with ethical investment options and employer contribution increasing with
  length of service
• Free membership of the Soil Association and discounts on organic produce
• Volunteer days to give back to the local community or support green initiatives
• Family friendly policies and flexible working
• Cycle to work scheme
• Sociable and engaging workplace of professionals that share a passion for healthy,
  sustainable lifestyle and produce

Hours

37.5 hours per week

Permanent

Location

UK Remote or Bristol based with hybrid working