Pest Control Officer
Pest Control Officer
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Job Description
We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Westminster to assist with the appointment of a Pest Control Officer on a 3-month contract highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.
Rate of Pay: 21.83 - 28.80 per hour
Summary:
The Pest Control Officer will support Westminster City Council in fulfilling its statutory obligations under the Public Health Act 1936 and the Prevention of Damage by Pests Act 1949 ensuring the borough is kept free from rats mice and other vermin. The role requires a proactive customer-focused professional with operational pest control expertise responsible for inspections treatments enforcement and associated record keeping.
A valid driving licence is essential as the role involves extensive travel across the borough.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver a high-quality customer-focused pest control service in accordance with legislation council policies codes of practice and service level agreements.
- Conduct surveys and inspections of premises and sites arising from complaints service requests or programmed inspections.
- Carry out pest control treatments using approved methods ensuring safe and efficient eradication of pests.
- Advise residents businesses and council colleagues on effective pest prevention measures and treatments.
- Prepare clear concise reports on investigations inspections treatments and enforcement actions.
Qualification:
- Relevant qualification or certification in pest control or environmental health (BPCA / RSPH Level 2 Award in Pest Management or equivalent).
Requirements:
- Evidence of ongoing professional development in pest management and public health practices.
- Valid UK driving licence (essential).
- Proven operational experience in pest control ideally within a local authority or public sector environment.
- Experience in planning delivering and coordinating pest control programmes and related projects.
- Demonstrable ability to use technology and information systems effectively to manage workloads and maintain accurate records.
- Experience in preparing reports and carrying out enforcement duties under relevant legislation.
Please note:
- You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
- You should have right to work in U.K
Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary though opening assignments can be and often are extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.
Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Incase the role requires an enhanced DBS your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.
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Employment Type
Full Time
