Certification Officer - Forestry x5
Soil Association
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, which is 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
Our friendly international Forestry team is looking for several Certification Officers to join the team. This is an exciting opportunity to join our expert team managing a portfolio of clients worldwide.
You will be a key member of our team responsible for guiding forest management and timber industry clients through Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) and the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC™) certification processes in a timely manner, ensuring scheme requirements are met in all aspects of your work. Following training you will be able to conduct audits, review reports and take certification decisions. While much of the work is desk-based, delivering international FSC and PEFC certification activities brings many challenges, rewards and opportunities.
About You
You will:
Be educated to degree level or equivalent in Forestry, Wood Science, Ecology, Environmental Studies or related subjects and have at least 2 years of relevant experience in forest management, the timber industry or related disciplines.
Have proven ability for successful team working and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and computer literacy. You will have a confident approach to service delivery and be able to prioritise.
Fluency in English is required and as we work internationally additional language skills are beneficial.
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
Location
Home based UK or Bristol with hybrid working
Hours
37.5 hours per week, Full Time
Permanent
Interviews will take place w/c the 21st July 2025
About Soil Association
The Soil Association is a charity working with everyone to transform the way we eat, farm, and care for our natural world.
We build real solutions from the ground up. For the last 75 years, we've worked with citizens,
farmers, policy makers and businesses, supporting them to explore the vital relationship
between the health of soil, plants, animals and people. Because the only way to solve the
issues we face is to understand that they are all connected - and that food, farming and
forestry are a vital part of the solution.
The Soil Association is a charity working with everyone to transform the way we eat, farm, and care for our natural world. We build real solutions from the ground up. For the last 75 years, we've worked with citizens, farmers, policy makers and businesses, supporting them to explore the vital relationship between the health of soil, plants, animals and people. Because the only way to solve the issues we face is to understand that they are all connected - and that food, farming and forestry are a vital part of the solution.
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