Red Tractor Dairy, Beef & Lamb Assessor, Carmarthenshire, Wales (Independent Contractor)

Are you an experienced farming or agricultural professional looking to carry out Red Tractor Dairy, Beef & Lamb assessments on behalf of NSF as a self‑employed independent contractor?

NSF is a global leader in testing, inspection and certification services. Within our Agriculture team, we operate as a certification body for a range of plant and animal assurance schemes. Our assessors play a key role in auditing farms and verifying compliance with scheme owner standards.

We are looking for a Red Tractor Dairy, Beef & Lamb Assessor to join our team of self-employed contractors around Carmarthenshire/South Wales.

If you have practical agricultural experience and an interest in farm assurance standards and food integrity, independent auditing can offer a flexible and rewarding way to use your practical experience and industry knowledge.

Independent Contracting – How it works:

- You operate on a self‑employed basis, completing Red Tractor assessments on behalf of NSF
- You are paid per audit, with travel expenses covered, where applicable
- You share your availability, and visits are scheduled based on your location, experience, and scheme coverage
- Work is offered on an ad hoc basis and can vary throughout the year depending on programme needs
- Independent contracting offers autonomy, flexibility, and the chance to shape your own workload

- Practical on‑farm experience, including stockperson or management responsibility for livestock health and welfare
- The ability to engage confidently, respectfully and patiently with the farming community
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Good organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage your own time
- Confidence in handling challenging conversations and managing conflict appropriately
- A flexible and professional approach, with respect for individual and company confidentiality
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to farm locations
- Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends where required
- Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office

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