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Pest Control Officer, Regulation and Enforcement

locationBirmingham
remoteOn-Site
ExpiresExpires: Expiring in less than 2 weeks
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£29,542 - £35,570 per year
Pest Control Officer
Grade B £29,542 - £35,570
Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity ReviewWorking 36.5 hours per week
PermanentAn exciting opportunity has arisen to join Birmingham City Council’s Pest Control team.

The team delivers high-quality pest control services to residential customers and selected commercial clients, alongside undertaking land and property clearance activities.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you will work both independently and as part of a team to deliver a wide range of services. You will need to be flexible, adaptable, and committed to providing an effective, customer-focused service.

As part of the largest local authority in the UK, Birmingham offers a unique and dynamic working environment. You will be joining a supportive, friendly, and professional team dedicated to making a positive impact across the city. We are looking for individuals who are practical, reliable, and committed to delivering a high-quality service.Key skills and experience required include: Hold, or be willing to obtain, the British Pest Control Rodenticide qualification (or equivalent) Experience of treating or the ability to treat a range of pests including rodents, birds, and insects Experience of assessing premises or land for pest activity, including working in lofts, confined spaces, and other challenging environments Experience of carrying out manual clearance of waste from land and properties, including bulky or fly-tipped items Experience working directly with the members of the public and businesses Accurate record keeping and report writing Full UK driving licence and ability to drive as part of the role (essential) As a Pest Control Officer, you will: Deliver safe and effective pest control treatments Develop treatment plans and advise on preventing reinfestation Carry out basic pest-proofing and enforcement activity where required Support clearance of contaminated or verminous properties Contribute to commercial and property maintenance work (e.g. clearance, graffiti removal) Maintain vehicles and follow all health and safety procedures Take part in training and continuous development Additional Information This role involves physical outdoor work in varied environments You may be required to work in challenging conditions, including poorly maintained or contaminated sites

Training will be provided to support safe and effective working

What we offer in return Membership of West Midlands Pension Fund – with generous employer contributions Enhanced Holiday Entitlement – 30 days, increasing with length of service My Rewards Scheme – access to over 800 brands providing discounts and savings Health and wellbeing support – independent and confidential employee assistance and counselling We are keen to hear from candidates who share our commitment and enthusiasm for delivering an excellent Pest Control service to the residents and businesses of Birmingham. Applications are welcomed from both qualified and unqualified candidates. If you do not currently hold a recognised pest control qualification, Birmingham City Council will provide the necessary training and support to enable you to undertake the role. This will include training in pest identification, treatment methods, safe working practices and the use of rodenticides and other pest control products Please upload your up-to-date CV via the attachments part of your application, this is required for shortlisting. Unfortunately, we cannot consider any applications without a CV attached Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people. We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application. For any informal enquires please contact the Resourcing Team resourcing@birmingham.gov.uk Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Sponsorship is not available for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK that does not require employer sponsorship for the duration of the appointment. Birmingham City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our citizens and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You can view our Corporate Safeguarding Policy | Birmingham City Council here Job description and person specification

Salary range

  • £29,542 - £35,570 per year