Biosecurity Auditor

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Job Details

Job Title : Biosecurity Auditor

Role type : Permanent full-time

Location : Auckland MPI Centre

Salary range : General salary range D – $100,934 to $112,314 depending on skills and experience

About the Role

As a Biosecurity Auditor you will deliver Border Clearance Services verification programmes for higher-risk, complex and priority businesses approved under the Biosecurity Act

In this role you will audit verification programmes that strengthen the biosecurity system, reducing the likelihood of pests and diseases impacting New Zealand.

You will deliver Border Clearance Services Verification programmes including high-risk transitional facilities, grain import systems, places of first arrival and the recognised cruise line programme.

Biosecurity Auditors deliver pre-approval verification of businesses and operators, conduct investigations and unannounced verifications where required.

This includes following up on critical non-compliances and / or gathering information required by Biosecurity New Zealand.

The role plays a vital role in protecting NZ primary industries and provides assurance for trade which underpins New Zealand's economy and wellbeing.

Key Scope of the Role

Auditing – From participating in setting audit schedules to conducting meetings with senior management teams; writing audit reports, participating in peer review and calibration exercises, and recording and maintaining biosecurity data.

Compliance – Verifying facilities that are not performing and ensuring they are compliant with relevant standards, systems, procedures, and people overseeing this activity within the facilities under the Biosecurity Act

Conducting unannounced audits is also part of the role.

About You

Is a self-starter and can work as part of a team and independently.

Is resilient and results-focused.

Has clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Has demonstrated ability to listen and engage to form professional relationships.

Has experience in making timely decisions, balancing the desire for complete information with the need to progress important or urgent matters.

Holds a full New Zealand driver's licence.

Skills & Experience

Qualification in lead auditing of quality systems or relevant experience.

In-depth understanding of biosecurity legislation and standards and its application.

Knowledge of specific sector standards (Animal and Plant Health standards) and regulatory processes (approvals, infringements) as necessary for the Biosecurity Auditor role.

Experience building and managing internal and external relationships with an assortment of stakeholders.

Understanding of ISO

• application and duties of authorised signatories.

Demonstrated ability to conduct audits, elicit and evaluate objective evidence, and ensure appropriate rectification of non-compliance.

Travel & Training

This role may require some travel within New Zealand.

If you are successful, you will be expected to attend and successfully complete a comprehensive training course.

About the Team

Biosecurity New Zealand (BNZ) plays a critical role in preventing harmful organisms from crossing New Zealand's borders.

It manages border and compliance activities as well as preparing for and responding to any biosecurity incursions that may occur.

The role will report to the Assistant Commissioner Central / South and work in a dedicated team with 13 Biosecurity Auditors based across the country.

You will receive comprehensive training and be provided with support from the team to ensure your success in this role.

About MPI

Our role includes seizing export opportunities for our food and fibre sector, improving sector productivity, ensuring the food we produce is safe, increasing sustainable resource use and protecting New Zealand from biological risk.

Benefits

Additional MPI leave days.

Annual wellness payment.

Bi-annual paid eye test and contribution to the costs of corrective lenses / frames.

Drug and Alcohol Screening

Given this position is safety-sensitive, the preferred applicant(s) for the position will be required to undergo a drug and alcohol pre-employment screening test.

Further information on this process can be found on our careers site.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to being a good partner under Te Tiriti o Waitangi which includes working closely with iwi, hapu, whanau and hapori.

We aspire to reflect the diverse communities we serve, so we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities.

As an organisation, we are committed to making Manatu Ahu Matua Ministry for Primary Industries a great place to work for all.

In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values, your interest and motivations for this role, the abilities, strengths, personal attributes and diverse perspectives you will bring to the role and this organisation, which may have also been gained outside of the workforce.

How to Apply

To view the position description and / or apply online, please click "APPLY FOR THIS JOB" or visit the MPI Careers Site.

To apply, you must hold the right to work in New Zealand or be eligible to obtain it.

Click here to find out more about work visa eligibility and options.

For questions about the role, email

Closing Date

Applications close at midnight on 20 November

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