Pest Control Technician

Pest Control Technician

Ref:

OPS1363

Full time

£26,873 - £28,770 per annum

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic individual to join our Pest Control team as a Technician.

About us:

Our pest control teams provide an expert service through our dedicated team of qualified technicians in domestic and commercial properties.

We aim to provide a complete, professional, and cost-effective service for everyone within the Newcastle upon Tyne area.

We deal with:

- Rodent control

- Insect control

- Bird proofing

All our staff are experienced and qualified to British Pest Control Association Standard.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:

- Evidence of providing professional advice in areas of Pest Control to service users.

- Hold a recognised British Pest Control Association (BPCA) qualification or equivalent

- Excellent customer service skills and the ability to deal with a range of people including contractors and members of the public

- Demonstrated ability to take initiative to solve problems and resolve customer complaints through persuading others using good verbal and written skills.

- Experience of assisting in expanding existing business and identifying new opportunities for growth

- Flexible approach to achieving service objectives.

- Understanding and implementation of Health and Safety legislation regarding the Pest Control Service.

What’s in it for you?

A competitive basic Salary

Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Up to 28 days annual leave per annum

Access to flexi scheme

The opportunity to buy extra annual leave

Cycle2work scheme

Access to a salary sacrifice home electronics scheme.

Weekend and bank holiday pay enhancement

Full support package including access to a free confidential Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme

A range of staff offers and discounts

Countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we’ll provide the support you need to do just that. Our purpose is to support you and help you to achieve your best

The candidate will be able to demonstrate their skills against the essential and desirable criteria within the person specification.

For more information or to discuss the role further please contact Melanie Wallace, Operations Manager on 07812 057486 or email: Wallace.a.melanie@newcastle.gov.uk or Mick Bell, Pest Control Supervisor on 0191 278 3942 or email: mick.bell@newcastle.gov.uk

Apply online at www.northeastjobs.org.uk, select 'Apply Now' and complete our online application form. Before completing the form please ensure you read the supporting documents. Any communication sent to you regarding your application will be sent to the email address you have set up on your Northeast Jobs account, so you will need to ensure that you check your inbox.

Permanent

Closing date:

2 May 2024