At Intertek, we are seeking experienced Food Safety Auditors and Lead Auditors to support the Supplier Assurance Program of a major UK & international grocery retailer.
In this subcontractor role, you will perform 2nd party audits on the retailer’s suppliers, ensuring compliance with the retailer’s food safety standards, HACCP principles, and UK/EU regulatory requirements.
🚀 Your mission
* Conduct 2nd party food safety audits of the retailer’s suppliers, as scheduled and coordinated by Intertek, following established audit frameworks and protocols.
* Evaluate supplier compliance against the retailer’s Food Safety Standards, HACCP principles, legal regulations, and supplier-specific requirements.
* Identify and document potential food safety risks, non-conformities, and areas for corrective improvement.
* Prepare detailed, clear, and actionable audit reports for client and Intertek review, including evidence such as photographs and records.
* Work collaboratively with Intertek audit management and the retailer’s Supplier Assurance teams to support follow-up corrective actions and supplier continuous improvement.
* Maintain confidentiality and neutrality while adhering to client and Intertek guidelines for 2nd party auditing.
* Ensure auditing activities conform to health & safety policies and scheduling requirements.
* Manage audit schedules effectively and travel as needed within the assigned geographic scope.
Requirements
🎯 What we are looking for
* Degree or relevant experience in a food-related or bioscience discipline, or equivalent higher education plus practical experience.
* VAT number and willingness to work on a freelance basis
* Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in the food industry.
* HACCP qualified to a minimum of Level 3.
* Experience auditing across three or more food categories.
* Certified food safety auditor credentials and supplier auditing experience preferred.
* Proven track record conducting 2nd party or supplier audits, ideally within retail food supply chains.
* Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety legislation (UK/EU), and retailer-specific food safety requirements.
* Excellent report writing, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Proficient with digital audit reporting tools and remote auditing technologies.
* Desirable: Lead Auditor qualification (IRCA or equivalent).
🌍 Reporting & contract
* Reports directly to Intertek audit coordination teams with a dashed reporting line to the retailer’s Food Safety Compliance function.
* Subcontractor role with flexible hours based on audit volume and scheduling managed via Intertek.
* Represent the client’s values and standards professionally while working through Intertek’s auditing platform.
Benefits
💡 What we offer
* Opportunity to work with a leading grocery retailer, supporting supplier food safety excellence.
* Work within a recognized auditing framework via Intertek, benefiting from established systems and support.
* Flexible subcontracting with exposure to diverse supplier operations across the retailer’s supply chain.
* Access to Intertek and client resources, guidance, and training related to auditing and food safety standards.
👉 If you’re passionate about food safety, auditing, and driving supplier excellence, apply now to join our supplier assurance network.