Trainee Auditor- Environment and Sustainability

This opportunity is open to graduate students and junior professionals based in United States who are interested in developing an international career in social compliance sustainability and auditing.

As a Trainee Auditor you will receive training and support to develop as a SMETA auditor and progress toward obtaining Certified Social Compliance Auditor (CSCA) status through APSCA.

Key Responsibilities

You will be expected to:

• Conduct social compliance and environmental audits at the manufacturing sites of our clients suppliers including announced and where applicable unannounced audits.
• Assess compliance with applicable international standards SMETA requirements client-specific procedures and relevant local regulations.
• Evaluate areas including labor and human rights occupational health and safety environmental management business ethics and responsible business practices.
• Identify potential violations and objectively document audit findings evidence and observations.
• Prepare clear accurate and detailed audit reports for clients.
• Maintain a professional independent impartial and ethical approach throughout the audit process.
• Interact professionally with factory management and employees while maintaining confidentiality and protecting the integrity of the audit.
• Travel internationally and work at different manufacturing sites as required.
• Participate in client meetings and provide input to develop quality control procedures based on specific client requirements.
• Contribute ideas to improve the quality efficiency and consistency of Operations projects.
• Participate in internal training calibration sessions and continuous improvement initiatives.

APSCA Certification Pathway

As part of the role the selected candidate will be responsible for:

• Completing the APSCA registration process.
• Participating in the required training and development activities.
• Preparing for taking and successfully passing all required APSCA examinations.
• Fulfilling the applicable APSCA requirements to obtain CSCA status.

Successful completion of the APSCA certification pathway and achievement of CSCA status are essential components of the position.

Qualifications :

• Currently completing the final semesters of a masters degree preferably in Environmental Sciences Environmental Engineering Sustainability Corporate Social Responsibility Human Resources Occupational Health and Safety or a related field.
• Strong interest in developing an international career in social compliance sustainability and auditing.
• Fluent English both written and spoken.
• Strong analytical communication interviewing and report-writing skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to assess information objectively.
• High level of integrity professionalism discretion and independence.
• Ability to interact effectively with factory management employees clients and other stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments.
• Valid passport and where applicable a valid visa.
• Availability to travel approximately 80% of the time including international travel.
• Previous experience in auditing manufacturing sustainability environmental management human resources or compliance is desirable but not required.
• Willingness and ability to complete the APSCA certification pathway and obtain CSCA status.

Additional Information :

• Contract type: Independent Contractor.
• Monthly compensation: USD 4000
• Travel requirements: Approximately 80% of the time.
• Business travel expenses will be covered by the company including meals transportation airfare accommodation and local transportation related to audits.
• APSCA program registration will be covered by the company.
• The company will cover the fees for all required APSCA examinations.
• Training mentoring and ongoing support will be provided throughout the development process.
• The position offers professional growth opportunities in sustainability social compliance responsible sourcing and auditing.
• Candidates must maintain a valid passport and any visas required for their assigned destinations.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time