Environmental Auditor (Freelance)

Company Description

At QIMA, we’re on a mission to help our clients make products consumers can trust.

Working with over 30,000 global brands, retailers, manufacturers and food growers, we are on the ground wherever products are made. We help businesses secure every step of their supply chain with quality inspections, supplier audits, certifications, and lab testing, all powered by our intelligent digital platform.

Our team of 5,000 QIMers (and counting) across 40 offices and laboratories, are united in our shared passion for innovation and integrity, and guided by our QIMA values in the decisions we make every day. We believe in the work we do, and in making a positive difference in the world. Does this sound like something you’d like to be a part of?

Job Description

We are seeking qualified Environmental Auditors to perform assessments across various sectors to help companies enhance their environmental performance, reduce risks, and achieve sustainability goals. The role involves conducting on-site audits to verify environmental management practices, energy use, waste management, and compliance with environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct environmental monitoring audits, reviewing site data related to environmental impact, including Environmental Management System (EMS), Energy & Climate, Emissions to Air, Water & Effluents, Waste, Biodiversity, Chemicals and Nuisances.

• Develop comprehensive audit reports and corrective action plans to address identified risks.

• Travel within Germany to conduct on-site assessments.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.

• Must hold one or more of the following certificates (dating from 2024 earliest, before is considered as invalid) 

  • ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor Certificate
  • ISO 50001 Energy Management System
  • EMAS (European Eco-Management and Audit Scheme)
  • BS 8555 Certificate
  • Higg FEM Verifier Certificate
  • ZDHC MRSL Verifier
• Minimum 3 years of experience in conducting environmental audits, with a proven audit log (20 audits)
• Fluency in both English and German is required.
• Strong knowledge of local environmental laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to present findings clearly and effectively.

Additional Information

Does this describe you? Then we want to hear from you as soon as possible! Apply now with your CV in English and we can write the next chapter of the QIMA story together!

Note: this position is open to candidates who are working as freelancer in Germany.