Global Welfare & Compliance Auditor

Job Description Summary:

Aviagen® stands at the forefront of poultry genetics, pioneering research, and innovation on a global scale. Our broiler breeder brands are among the most recognized and respected in the industry, and each has a proven record of success and a large, loyal global customer base.

We seek a Global Welfare & Compliance Auditor to establish, audit, and report on global operational standards and procedures with the aim of proactively improving the quality and efficiency of global operations.

• To plan and undertake unannounced welfare audits as agreed with Global Vice President Welfare, Sustainability & Compliance.
• To benchmark and provide ongoing training for internal welfare auditors in the business units.
• Participate in company-wide forums to exchange information about operational issues and operations.
• Gather, summarize and report data and information about welfare improvements across the company.
• Familiarise with welfare, sustainability and audit developments and opportunities globally.
• Develop and maintain an understanding of the Welfare Laws & Requirements in the countries we operate, becoming the key resource in these areas.
• In cooperation with Global Vice President Welfare, Sustainability & Compliance, further develop welfare and sustainability improvements across Aviagen Group
• Where appropriate and in consultation with Global Vice President Welfare, Sustainability & Compliance, represent Aviagen Group at representation and business meetings.
• Undertake other functions as self-determined on a day-to-day basis or as determined by the Global Vice President Welfare, Sustainability & Compliance.

Specific Experience:

• At least 5 years’ experience within the poultry industry, ideally in both hatchery and farming operations.
• A good understanding of international welfare laws and requirements.

Personal Qualities:

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills in order to be able to identify factors affecting operational quality and performance
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written in order to influence colleagues regarding best practice
• Good organisational skills to plan and structure complex operational processes.
• Commitment to quality and customer service
• Willingness to undertake international travel

Qualifications:

• Science based degree or professional track record, showing pro-active and analytical approach.
• Formal training in quality and auditing systems
• PAACO certification
• Excellent IT skills