Posting Date:2 Apr 2026 City:FIRENZE Location:FIRENZE, IT, 50127Casalecchio Di Reno, IT, 40033Genova, IT, 16128 Contract Type:Permanent Division:Mediterranean & Africa Certification Level of experience:Intermediate - RINA is currently recruiting for a Italy Food Voluntary Certification Operations Lead Auditor to join its office in Firenze or Bologna or Genova, Italy within the Mediterranean & Africa Certification Division. Mission - The role focuses on planning, conducting, and managing audits within our certification business related to the different certification schemes.Key Accountabilities - Audit Program Management: Prepare, manage, and control the audit program, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry standards. Document Review: Check customer management system documents, including manuals, procedures, instructions, files, and records, to verify compliance and accuracy. Audit Planning: Plan audits and coordination with relevant stakeholders. Audit Participation: Participate in and lead audits, conducting interviews, note-taking, and assessing the implementation of management systems. Audit Result Definition: Identify and define audit results (Positive and negative findings as non conformities, opportunity of improvement); Report Generation: Draw up comprehensive audit reports detailing findings and recommendations for certification decisions. Follow-Up Management: Manage the follow-up process, including tracking non-conformities and corrective actions, ensuring resolution and compliance. Technical Review: Conduct technical reviews of audit files and propose certification decisions based on thorough analysis. Skill Maintenance: Keep skills, qualifications, and certifications up to date by staying informed about industry standards and best practices. Resource Performance Monitoring: Monitor the performance of resources involved in the certification process, providing guidance and support as needed. Data Management: Maintain updated records of customer data and other information relevant to the audit process. Customer Engagement: Manage technical meetings with customers, fostering positive relationships and addressing any technical concerns.Qualifications - Lead Auditor qualification for the voluntary BRCGS / IFS Food certification standards or at least having passed the IFS Food auditor qualification exams (written and oral) - Strong understanding of audit planning, execution, and reporting processes. - Proven ability to lead and manage audit programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry requirements. - Expertise in conducting document reviews, identifying non-conformities, and providing actionable recommendations. - Skilled in technical reviews and defining audit results, including corrective actions. - Excellent communication skills for conducting interviews, reporting findings, and engaging with customers. - In-depth knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and continuous improvement methodologies. - Strong ability to monitor resource performance and ensure compliance with audit requirements. - Up-to-date qualifications and certifications, including Lead Auditor certification (ISO, etc.). Education - Bachelor’s Degree in: Food Science and Technology or Animal Production Science and Technology or Degree in Agricultural Science and Technology or Biological Sciences or Veterinary Medicine LI-MP3- RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion. - At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99._