About the role

  • Conduct third-party verifications and assessments in accordance with Higg FEM and SLCP CAF protocols.
  • Perform both on-site and remote facility assessments, ensuring high standards of professionalism and objectivity.
  • Review documentation, conduct worker and management interviews, and perform on-site inspections.
  • Prepare detailed, accurate, and timely audit reports in the prescribed formats/platforms (e.g. Worldly, SLCP Gateway, FFC etc).
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving protocols, industry standards, and client-specific requirements.
  • Liaise with clients, facilities, and internal teams to ensure audit readiness and protocol compliance.
  • Provide guidance to facilities on continuous improvement in line with verified results (without consulting).
  • Uphold the highest levels of integrity, confidentiality, and impartiality in all audit engagements.

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of professional audit experience in sustainability, social compliance, or environmental management.
  • Active and valid qualifications/certifications for: Higg FEM Verifier.
  • SLCP Verifier (CAF 1.6 preferred).
  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, Social Science, or a related field.
  • Knowledge of local Srilankan laws and regulations and local Srilankan language.
  • Familiarity with sustainability standards such as ISO 14001, SA8000, WRAP, BSCI, or similar frameworks is desirable.
  • Strong report writing and analytical skills.
  • Proficiency in English and Tamil; additional language skills are a plus.
  • Willingness to travel frequently (both domestically and internationally, as required).

Benefits

  • Competitive remuneration package.
  • Opportunities for continuous training and professional development.
  • Work with a mission-driven team focused on impact and sustainability.
  • Exposure to global clients and leading industry standards.

Job title

Senior Sustainability Auditor – Higg FEM, SLCP

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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