Amivet Ltd are a leading provider of export health certificates for the export of food and other products of animal origin from GB. We have an extensive existing and growing client portfolio.
Certification Support Officer for Product Exports
Our fantastic team of CSO's carry out work under the direction of an APHA appointed 'certifying officer' e.g., an Official Vet.
We have a requirement for a Part Time CSO working with one of our clients in Tamworth, Staffordshire. There may also be an opportunity to become Full Time
Monday to Friday from 9am - 1pm
Included in your working day;
Inspection of products for export (mainly food products) e.g., quantity, description, batch/date details - (ambient, chilled and frozen)
Collect/check the documentation/evidence required before a commodity can be certified
IT work - checking information digitally
Liaising with clients to obtain the required supporting documentation
Administration duties
Process review to ensure efficiency
Assist the CO with completion of the export health certificate
Inspect and audit manufacturing sites in accordance with the Groupage (GEFS) scheme
Maintaining computer records
Comply with all the on-site Health and Safety requirements
Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with onsite officials
What we need from you;
Essential
:
Up to date OCQ (AHP CSO) qualified or desire to train (company funded)
The specific requirements for the AHP CSO qualification are;
3 Highers or 3 A Levels (1 of which to be a science) OR
a degree OR
3 years in food manufacturing role.
Good attention to detail, English language and literacy skills
Ability to work as part of team
Confident and decisive nature
Ability to explain processes to colleagues
Ability to inspect wide range of goods in ambient/chilled/frozen areas
Excellent computer skills
Excellent communication skills
Right to reside and work in the UK
Full UK Driving license and own transport
Desirable
:
Experience of PX work
Knowledge of food manufacturing standards/processes
Flexibility with regards to working hours (some sites/roles may require early morning/evening)
Remuneration and Benefits for employees
Our Team is our greatest asset, so our benefits package includes the following;
Salary starting from 26,000pa as FTE depending on experience
Annual salary reviews
Enhanced annual leave - 6.6 weeks inc Bank Holidays after 1 years service
Company sick pay
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption and Shared Parental Leave/pay
Bereavement Leave (plus additional leave in the event of parental bereavement)
Private Health Insurance (with no excess)
Paid 'Emergency' leave
Pension
Annual Training Bonus of 250 for completion of assigned training
Uniform/PPE Provided Benefits platform with access to discounts for many well-known retailers
Employee pet discounts at IVC practices
Amivet are a subsidiary of IVC Evidensia.