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Explore Careers Hub for opportunities with FDQ, a leading not-for-profit charity in the Food and Drink industry. Discover career progression and benefits today! Engineering EPA Examiner (Food and Drink) Area of the Business: EPA Division Consultant (self-employed) Fees: CIRCA £1000 per assignment FDQ has an opportunity for Consultant End Point Examiner on the Food and Drink Maintenance Engineering Level 3 Standard. We would be delighted to hear from qualified Engineers who have worked, trained, and/or assessed in a Food and Drink manufacturing environment at some stage in your career. FDQ provides training and support for our field examiners and once assigned you’ll work with Apprentices and their employers to plan End Point Assessments, agreeing a schedule and completing the planned assessments. You’ll also mark in line with grading criteria and determine the overall grade for the Apprentice. If you also have good IT (MS Office), time management, and communication skills, we’ll give you full training on our systems and support your Continuous Professional Development. It is essential you have your own vehicle, IT equipment and can work flexibly. How to Apply Please express an interest in an email and attach your CV to people@fdq.org.uk Apply Here An Awarding Organisation that suits you! Explore our range of Standards EPA Standards Follow our Socials LinkedIn

Discover what we offer! Trusted, reliable, and supportive services await. Check out what we offer and get involved today! What we offer? Trusted. Reliable. Supportive. Unlock potential with FDQ – the trusted experts in food and drink qualifications. From industry-recognised training to End-Point Assessment services, we help individuals and businesses achieve success. With tailored support, accredited programmes, and expert assessors, we make learning and certification simple. Partner with FDQ and take your skills to the next level! Check out what we offer! Apprenticeships Guides & Resources Qualifications Want to know more? Our experienced team is here to help! 0113 859 1266 fdq@fdq.org.uk Follow our Socials LinkedIn

Explore Careers Hub for opportunities with FDQ, a leading not-for-profit charity in the Food and Drink industry. Discover career progression and benefits today! We're hiring! Explore the latest opportunities and make sure to keep checking for the latest job vacancies External Quality Assurance (EQA) Consultants - Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland FDQ Ltd is seeking expressions of interest from experienced External Quality Assurance (EQA) consultants to support our growing portfolio of qualifications and assessment services. Ideally EQACs will have worked in a food and drink related industry or training establishment and be familiar with standard operating practices. As an awarding organisation with a strong reputation for quality, credibility and sector insight, FDQ works with a wide range of food and drink centres, employers and FE institutions across the UK and Ireland. We are wishing to increase our pool of EQA consultants with the expertise to help us maintain high standards and support continuous improvement. About the role Working on a consultancy basis, EQA consultants with FDQ may be asked to: Provide external quality assurance across regulated and/or unregulated qualifications Review assessment design, delivery, marking and internal quality assurance Support centres to understand and meet awarding organisation and regulatory requirements Produce clear, evidence‑based reports with constructive feedback Contribute to standardisation, risk management and quality improvement activity Engagements will be ad hoc and flexible, depending on expertise and operational need. What we are looking for We are particularly interested in expressions of interest from consultants based in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, especially those with experience of supporting food and drink training providers and colleges in these regions. We are particularly interested in individuals who can demonstrate: Proven EQA experience, ideally within awarding, apprenticeship, or regulated qualification contexts Strong working knowledge of quality assurance frameworks, assessment principles and compliance requirements Experience of working, training or assessing in a food and drink occupation Professional independence and sound judgement, with the confidence to provide appropriate challenge Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing Experience of working with Ofqual‑regulated qualifications or apprenticeships is especially welcome. Why work with FDQ? Work with a respected and values‑driven awarding organisation Flexible consultancy opportunities aligned to your expertise A professional, supportive approach to quality assurance The opportunity to contribute to high‑quality, meaningful qualifications Competitive day rates of pay and full travelling expenses How to express your interest If you would like to be considered for future EQA consultancy opportunities with FDQ, please email: people@fdq.org.uk including: A short CV or professional profile This is an expressions‑of‑interest process, not a guaranteed offer of work. All expressions will be reviewed and retained for future engagement as needs arise. Apply Here An Awarding Organisation that suits you! Explore our range of Standards EPA Standards Follow our Socials LinkedIn

Level 5 Dairy Technologist - ST0393 End-point Assessment The Level 5 Dairy Technologist End-point Assessment (EPA) consists of three elements: Project Report and presentation with questions The End-point Assessment must be completed within 12 weeks of the EPA Gateway. Professional Discussion underpinned by portfolio of evidence Written knowledge test The standard charge for EPA is 15-20% of the Skills England maximum funding rate. To view FDQ's Fee's Policy, click the button below. EPA Fees FDQ Guide to EPA The Guide to EPA was created to give all parties guidance, support and a full understanding of the Level 5 Dairy Technologist Apprenticeship Standard EPA requirements. Level 5 Dairy Technologist Qualification Specification Level 5 Dairy Technologist Qualification Specification Useful Links Portfolio of Evidence Submission Template Food Technology Food Safety, HACCP & Allergen Awareness Switch to FDQ Guides & Resources Still unsure or confused? Our amazing team is here to help! 0113 859 1266 fdq@fdq.org.uk Follow our Socials LinkedIn

Gain essential Food Safety, HACCP & Allergen Awareness qualifications. Join FDQ's expert-led courses to enhance your skills today! Food Safety, HACCP & Allergen Awareness Qualification Group Qualifications FDQ Level 2 Award in Food Safety for Manufacturing (Meat and Poultry) FDQ Level 2 Award in Food Safety for the Food Industry FDQ Level 2 Award in Food Safety for the Retail Industry FDQ Level 2 Award in HACCP-based Food Safety Systems FDQ Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Food Supply Chain Business FDQ Level 2 Award in Principles of Food Allergen Awareness and Control FDQ Level 3 Award in Food Safety Supervision for the Food Industry FDQ Level 3 Award in HACCP for Food Manufacturing FDQ Level 3 Award in Health and Safety in the Food Supply Chain Business FDQ Level 4 Award In Food Safety Management for the Food Industry FDQ Level 4 Award in HACCP Management for Food Manufacturing Still want some clarification? Why not check out our useful guides and resources Guides & Resources

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FDQAssess FDQAssess Login Robust The exams on FDQAssess have been compiled using the same robust development and quality assurance procedures as those previously available to download from FDQAwards. The assessment materials provided by FDQAssess are designed to meet the highest standards of educational integrity and effectiveness. Each exam reflects a commitment to thoroughness and accuracy, ensuring that learners can confidently demonstrate knowledge and skills. By adhering to strict quality assurance protocols, FDQAssess guarantees a reliable testing experience for all users. Many Benefits Reduction in paper use, key to all businesses working towards net zero emissions. No need to store papers prior and post exam being taken. No assessment security risk due to no papers being stored . Automated marking of multiple choice questions. Test results are available within 7 working days of the test taking place. Qualification results are available within 2 hours of the exam taking place. The Process We recommend you read the FDQAssess User Guide to familiarise yourself with the process. Click the button below to view this User Guide To book exams, register the learner on FDQAwards as normal ensuring to select the 'FDQ online platform' option. Once you have completed registration, you can obtain the PIN codes via accessing the learner's batch information. More details can be found in the User Guide. If further support is required, please request this through fdq@fdq.org.uk User Guide Want to know more? Our experienced team is here to help! 0113 859 1266 fdq@fdq.org.uk Follow our Socials LinkedIn

FDQ is a specialist awarding organisation for the food and drink industry, offering accredited qualifications, apprenticeship assessments, and training solutions to support workforce skills and career development. Introducing FDQ Dynamic & FDQ Direct One standard. Two pathways. Your choice. As apprenticeship assessment evolves, discover FDQ's two new assessment pathways, and explore which approach is right for your organisation View More Watch video Awarding and End-point Assessment Organisation Apprentice End-point Assessments and Qualifications for the Food & Drink Industry in England, Wales and Northern Ireland FDQ in Wales FDQ in Northern Ireland 6 5 40 6 1/8 Crafting the future of Food and Drink We're the only Food and Drink Specialist EPAO in the UK What we offer Work with FDQ Switch to FDQ Join Mailing List Guides & Resources Become a centre Contact us Now Hiring! Engineering EPA Examiner (Food & Drink) Join FDQ and help shape the future workforce of the food and drink industry. We are looking for an experienced engineering professional to carry out End-Point Assessment activity across the sector. VIEW THE ROLE Urgent: Apprenticeship Funding Changes in Northern Ireland READ HERE Check out the highlights of our Northern Ireland/Republic of Ireland Conference! Why FDQ? Our Qualifications and End-point Assessment services work in real life, not just on paper. FDQ understand the needs of Food & Drink Employers and Training Providers. We're committed to help develop skilled workers that drive businesses forward. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We are trusted to deliver by centres large and small across the country About us As a food specialist Awarding Organisation and End-point Assessment Organisation, the Food and Drink Industry is at the heart of everything we do. As FDQ is part of the FTC group, we're a not-for-profit organisation which enables us to focus on doing the right thing, not driving the bottom line. Though we've been developing accredited qualifications for 25 years, our roots trace back to 1946 with the establishment of the Institute of Meat (IoM). The Institute of Meat remains a sister organisation and a valuable source of meat industry expertise to this day. Follow our Socials LinkedIn Youtube