Pest Control Officer

Focused on making an impact. Are you ready to take on a role where no two days are the same and your work directly improves the lives of residents and businesses across the borough? Join our dedicated Pest Control team and help protect public health, tackle infestations, and make a visible difference in our communities. As a Pest Control Officer, you’ll be out and about delivering a vital frontline service. From diagnosing pest issues to implementing effective treatment plans, you’ll play a key role in maintaining safe, clean environments while providing expert advice to customers.

What you’ll be doing:

• Assessing and resolving pest infestations in homes, businesses and common spaces
• Carrying out inspections, surveys and investigating root causes of pest activity
• Delivering appropriate treatments using safe and effective methods
• Advising customers on prevention and best practice
• Recording your work through reports and digital systems
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and partner organisations
• Supporting service improvements and identifying opportunities to grow the service

What we’re looking for:

• A recognised pest control qualification (e.g. RSPH Level 2 or BPCA or equivalent)
• Hands-on experience dealing with a range of public health pests
• Strong understanding of treatment methods and safe pesticide use
• Ability to assess situations, manage risks and recommend solutions
• Good knowledge of relevant legislation and professional standards
• Confident communication skills with a customer-focused approach
• Ability to produce clear reports and use technology effectively
• A flexible approach, including occasional out-of-hours working

About the team:

You’ll be part of a hardworking and supportive Pest Control team within our Street Operations service, reporting to the Pest Control Manager. The team plays a crucial role in protecting the borough’s environment and supporting residents through responsive, professional and high-quality services. Working in a fully frontline role, you’ll be out in the community every day, collaborating with colleagues across the council and making a tangible difference where it matters most.

Our offer to you:

• Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service
• A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week
• Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential
• Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
• Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!

Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

Workforce Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable workforce, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Our workforce strategy places equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do, reaffirming our commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion.

Pre-Employment Checks:

Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre-employment checks. These may include:

• Proof of address
• Evidence of any name changes (if applicable)
• Right to work in the UK
• Overseas criminal record check (if applicable)
• Satisfactory references
• Occupational Health clearance
• Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
• DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable)

Safeguarding:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Disability Confident Scheme:

Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.