Organic Field Crop Inspector
Ecocert Canada, a subsidiary of the Ecocert group, have and continue to assist stakeholders in the implementation and promotion of sustainable practices through certification, consulting and training services.
Committed for over 25 years to organic agriculture with Garantie Bio, Ecocert has become the benchmark for organic certification in Canada.
Around Peace River, Alberta and around Humbold, Melfort, Hudson Bay, SK
Audit
Temporary
Organic agriculture
Job description
Job Posting – Organic Field Crop Inspector
Yorkton, SK
Seasonal Position: Early May to End of September 2024
Job Summary
Do you enjoy working with farmers, traveling throughout the western provinces, and learning new skills. Ecocert Canada is looking for a dynamic and friendly individual interested in organic production, the environment and sustainable agriculture. As an Organic inspector you will contact new and existing Ecocert clients, schedule audits, then visit the farm or business and complete the audit report.
As an Organic Inspector you will work independently from your home office and on the road. This job requires lots of travel, decent computer skills and the ability to work on your own. Inspectors report directly to the Division Manager who will provide training and support. As well the Ecocert west office and other inspectors located in western Canada are available.
Job Responsibilities
Yorkton, SK
Seasonal Position: Early May to End of September 2024
Job Summary
Do you enjoy working with farmers, traveling throughout the western provinces, and learning new skills. Ecocert Canada is looking for a dynamic and friendly individual interested in organic production, the environment and sustainable agriculture. As an Organic inspector you will contact new and existing Ecocert clients, schedule audits, then visit the farm or business and complete the audit report.
As an Organic Inspector you will work independently from your home office and on the road. This job requires lots of travel, decent computer skills and the ability to work on your own. Inspectors report directly to the Division Manager who will provide training and support. As well the Ecocert west office and other inspectors located in western Canada are available.
Job Responsibilities
- Learn and understand the appropriate organic certification standards.
- Review existing and new client files.
- Contact clients to schedule inspection appointments.
- Perform inspections according to the Canadian organic regulations.
- File an accurate inspection report for each client.
- Clarify missing information with clients.
- Liaise with other departments to clarify information on reports.
Profile
Qualifications:
- Educational background: Agricultural students in 2nd, 3rd or final year of study.
- Years of experience: minimum 1 year experience in the Agricultural sector or 3 years direct farming experience.
- Detail-oriented with a good sense of observation and customer service skills.
- Excellent Time-management skills must be able to work independently and a quick learner.
- Comfortable learning new computer software, familiarity with Office.
- Travel required, valid driver’s licence required, access to a vehicle required
- Salary: starting from $22 / hour.
- All expenses related to job are paid (travelling, lodging, meals, office furniture) and a computer will be provided.
- How to Apply: Send resume and cover letter to joel.aitken@ecocert.com and valerie.cyr@ecocert.com