Technical Consultant/Field Biologist

Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom

11/21/2024

Job Summary

Kiwa Agri Food is seeking a Technical Inspector to join our Pest Consultancy team. This role involves conducting inspections and audits across a variety of manufacturing, warehousing, and retail facilities, both in the UK and internationally. This role is a remote/field-based position however ideally we would be looking for the person to be based in the Midlands/ home counties due to the location of customers. Kiwa, is a global leader in Testing, Inspection and Certification. Our company motto is we create trust. We want you to trust us in becoming your employer of choice.

About The Role

• Inspection and audit, within the scope of industry recognized qualifications achieved
• Produce a detailed, and accurate, photographic inspection report
• Customer report delivery on time, and in line with KIPC Company Policy
• Scheduling and arranging inspection work allocation provided
• Supervision and training of new or less experienced employees (typically after 1-2 years as a KIPC consultant)
• Business development in respect of products and services offered by the Company
  
  

Do you have what it takes?

Expected Technical Knowledge And Competencies

• Legislation relevant to public health pest control
• Storage and transport of pesticides
• Biology, behavior and control of rats and mice
• Control of other vertebrate pests including birds, rabbits, foxes, squirrels, moles, and feral cats
• Public health insect pest biology and control including cockroaches, ants, wasps, flies, biting insects, stored product insects
• Pesticide application equipment
• Personal protective equipment
• Pesticide formulations and active ingredients
• Willingness to travel both in the UK and overseas
• Dynamism, aptitude for problem solving and teamwork, persistence, accuracy, practicality, reliability, flexibility, and results oriented
• Exceptional communication skills and interpersonal relations at all levels
• Knowledge and understanding of various retailer standards
  
  

Qualifications (required)

• Practical pest control experience in a wide range of facilities
• RSPH Level 2 Award or Certificate in Pest Management
• BPCA Advanced Technician in Pest Management
• Level 3 Food Safety
• BPCA Certificated Field Biologist
  
  

What can you expect from us in return?

• Up to £38,000 plus £4,800 (car allowance), dependent on qualifications/experience
• Fuel mileage reimbursement on top of car allowance
• Generous Annual Leave - Starting at 25 days plus Bank Holidays, with the option to buy additional leave and increased entitlement with length of service
• 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday, UK field-based role
• Working overseas allowance
• Enhanced Family Leave - Enhanced maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave with 6 months full pay, plus 2 weeks full pay for paternity leave
• Milestone Rewards - paid and unpaid sabbaticals, charity donations, personal gifts, and retail vouchers
• Salary Reviews
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Enhanced Pension Contributions
• Life Assurance - 4x your annual salary
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - Confidential support, advice, and counselling available 24/7, 365 days a year
• 24/7 GP Service - Access to medical advice anytime
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers - Supporting your health and well-being
• Welcome Pack - Filled with company-branded goodies to kickstart your journey with us
  
  

At Kiwa, we deliver results driven by our core values: Ambitious, Reliable, and Engaged the principles that guide how we work with colleagues, customers, and everyone we encounter. We are committed to fostering personal development, encouraging you to be ambitious, explore new ideas, and contribute to making the world a safer, more sustainable place. Here, you’ll thrive in a dynamic environment with ample opportunities for growth and self-development.

As an equal opportunity employer, Kiwa celebrates diversity and is dedicated to building an inclusive, supportive workplace. We embrace flexibility in hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds globally, ensuring a work environment free from prejudice, discrimination, and intimidation. Inclusivity and equality are core to who we are, and we uphold these values without exception.

If you have any questions about this role and would like to speak a member of the Talent Team, please e-mail us at uk.careers@kiwa.com.