Pest Control Officer - Temporary / Fixed Term

About Us

The Shared Regulatory Service (SRS) is a partnership between Bridgend, Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan Councils, delivering Environmental Health, Trading Standards and Licensing services across the region.

Are you committed to protecting public health and improving local environments?

Do you thrive in a role where every day is different, working directly with residents and businesses to resolve pest issues across three local authority areas?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Pest Control Officer to join our Environment team, working specifically within the Vale of Glamorgan. You will play a vital role in delivering a responsive, customer‑focused pest control service that safeguards communities and improves environmental quality.

Ambitious - Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.

Open - Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.

Together - Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.

Proud - Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.

About The Role

Pay details: Grade 6, SCP 14–19 £29,540 - £32,061 (subject to pay award)

Hours of Work: 37 hours per week (flexible working applies)

Main Place of Work: Main office Barry Civic Offices, with work undertaken at various premises and outdoor locations across the Vale of Glamorgan.

As a Pest Control Officer, you will:

• Deliver a comprehensive, public‑health focused pest control service, including the safe preparation and application of baits, poisons, traps and insecticides
• Inspect land and premises to assess, identify and treat pest infestations

Maintain accurate records of pesticide and poison usage

Act as a relief Dog Warden when required to support wider Public Protection functions

Handle departmental equipment and maintain relevant records

Use IT systems effectively to support service delivery, including Microsoft 365

Work in accordance with all health and safety, safeguarding, equalities and environmental policies

This role involves outdoor work in all weather conditions, physical activity and the handling of sick, injured or dead animals.

About You

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Confident, flexible and able to work both independently and as part of a wider team
• Able to prioritise workload and respond effectively to varied and sometimes challenging situations
• Comfortable communicating with a wide range of people in a public‑facing role
• Computer literate with good literacy and numeracy skills
• Willing to work under instruction and undertake further training
  
  

Essential Experience

• Previous experience as a Pest Control Officer or Operative
• Experience dealing with sick, injured or dead animals
  
  

Desirable Experience

• Enforcement or regulatory work
• Handling confrontational situations
• Dog handling experience
  
  

Qualifications

• Recognised pest control training from:
• Royal Society for Public Health
• British Pest Control Association
• National Pest Technicians Association
• Dog Warden training (desirable)
  

Other Requirements

• Full driving licence and ability to travel across the Vale of Glamorgan
• No fear of confined spaces or working at height
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather
  
  

Additional information

For further information, contact:

Rebecca Athay: Team Manager, Environment.

Email: rathay@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk

Tel: 07970 222616

Jason Bale, Operational Manager – Enterprise & Specialist Services.

Email: jabale@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk

Tel: 07968 901 945

Email: jabale@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for full details.