Pest Control - Animal Control Officer

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JOB TITLE: PEST CONTROL - Animal Control Officer
LOCATION: Postholders will be required to work across Hounslow
PAY RATE: £17.01 per hour PAYE or £22 per hour Umbrella
START DATE: ASAP

6 months +

RSPH Level 2 Certificate in Pest Control

DRIVING LICENCE REQUIRED - Driving Client Vehicle

PURPOSE OF ROLE:

Providing pest control services (rats, mice, cockroaches, bedbugs etc) to residents, businesses and Council departments across London Borough of Hounslow.

Our client is currently seeking a dedicated Animal Control Officer to join their team in Hounslow. As an Animal Control Officer, you will be responsible for providing public hygiene pest control services to residents and internal and external clients.

This includes inspecting premises and land, identifying and assessing pest infestations, and developing and implementing action plans to control infestations and minimise the risk of re-infestation.

The successful candidate will have a strong focus on customer service and will work closely with staff, clients, and partners to find effective solutions and achieve positive outcomes for clients and the public. You will also be responsible for liaising with service users, other Council departments, and external bodies to provide advice and guidance on pest control and preventative measures.

To thrive in this role, you should have a good understanding of relevant legislation, statutory instruments, codes of practise, corporate policies, and local systems. You must prioritise safety at all times and ensure that all work is carried out within targets and according to standard operating procedures.

Requirements:

  • Previous experience in pest control or a related field
  • Strong knowledge of pest control methods and techniques
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Ability to accurately assess and identify pest infestations
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation and best practises in pest control
  • Valid driving licence
The working hours for this role will be 36 hours per week, working five days in six from Monday to Saturday. There may also be a requirement to be part of a standby/call-out rota, for which additional allowances will be provided as per Council Policies.

Occasional work outside of normal working hours may be required, subject to overtime and/or time off in lieu.

Please note that this is a temporary position with no direct line management responsibility.

If you are passionate about public health and have the necessary skills and experience, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's team as an Animal Control Officer!

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in their workforce.

The application process is subject to the successful completion of background and reference checking. Adecco Group is an equal opportunities employer If you do not hear from one of our consultants within 7 days of applying for this role, please assume you have been unsuccessful in this instance.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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