Latin America Food & Sustainability Certification Lead Auditor

RINA is currently recruiting for a

Latin America Food & Sustainability Certification Lead Auditor

to join its office in

São Paulo

within the

International Certification

Division. Mission

Act as a Senior Auditor in sustainability certification programs, conducting certification, surveillance, andrecertification audits, with a focus on internationally recognized schemes.

#LI-KM Key Accountabilities

Conduct certification, surveillance, and recertification audits in sustainability schemes, including:

ISCC (EU / PLUS / CORSIA) FSC (Chain of Custody) RenovaBio Other applicable sustainability and traceability schemes

Plan, execute, and report audits in accordance with normative requirements, accreditation rules, and internal procedures.

Assess traceability systems, mass balance, chain of custody, socio-environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Prepare clear, consistent technical reports in compliance with applicable schemes and standards.

Interact technically with clients, internal teams, stakeholders, and, when necessary, accreditation bodies.

Provide technical support for new product development, commercial processes, and internal training when required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Environmental, Forestry, Agronomic, Chemical, or related fields), or Agronomy, Agricultural Sciences, or related areas.

Proven experience as a third-party auditor in sustainability certification programs.

Formal auditor qualification in at least one of the following schemes: ISCC FSC RenovaBio

Full availability for national and occasional international travel.

Ability to work independently, ethically, with strong critical thinking and technical rigor.

Fluent English; Spanish is desirable.

High ethical standards and technical independence.

Strong organization, discipline, and time management skills.

Clear written and verbal communication.

Ability to manage clients and complex audit situations.

Continuous improvement mindset and commitment to lifelong learning.

Highly Desirable Qualifications

Qualification and experience as a food safety auditor, such as: BRCGS FSSC 22000 GLOBALG.A.P.

Qualification as an ISO Management Systems auditor, including: ISO 9001 (Quality) ISO 14001 (Environment) ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety)

Experience auditing in the following sectors: Agribusiness Biofuels Forestry Food and ingredients

Knowledge of GHG inventories, corporate sustainability, ESG, or sustainability reporting.

Additional Information

Hybrid work regime (after first period 100% on site).

Office located at Vila Nova Conceição - SP.

All of our positions are also available to people with disabilities (PCD).

Competencies

DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.​

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.