Total 170 quality assurance control job vacancies in Quality Assurance / Control category in London, London, N1 2UD

Compliance and Quality Assurance Manager for Regulated Service & Resources needed in East London

The rate is £36.05ph PAYE

This is a temporary role

The reference number is: RQ1398469

The successful candidate will be responsible for taking a proactive approach in overseeing Ofsted registration of supported accommodation providers as per The Supported Accommodation Regulation 2023 and quality assuring children’s placement/homes.

The role will monitor, and improving the standards of homes for children by undertaking quality assurance visits and ensuring accommodation providers we use are Ofsted Registered as per the above regulation and monitoring and improving the standards of homes for children and young people.

The post holder will ensure the highest quality of service delivery in terms of the care, support and health & safety within the homes our children reside in that meets Ofsted’s minimum quality standards.

The post holder will contribute in ensuring placement stability for children in our care, as well as ensuring all homes provider’s compliance documents and policies are gathered, reviewed and kept securely.

Due to high volumes of CVs received, we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Kirsty@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

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Support the Quality Manager in discharging their wider responsibilities. Reviewandinterpretcomplexanalysistomakerecommendationsforchange,newpolicy/procedure. Regularly use online data systems and complex data sets tosupportthe deliveryof service. Toplan,coordinate,deliverandhaveoversightofmulti-professionalqualityreviewstolearningenvironmentsacrossLondon. Be responsible for the management of a number of portfoliospecific business process and systems ensuring that theseremain fit for purpose at all times making suggestions foradaptations,andrecommendationswhereneeded. Maintain oversight and monitor all requirements and associated actionsinplaceforaportfoliooforganisations. To work with colleagues in the review of risk-based informationand metrics/data associated with education providers, toimplementarisk-basedapproachtoreviews. To analyse captured dataprior to any review and write asummaryreport. To write comprehensive and detailed post review reports, quickly and accurately, drawing conclusions and making recommendations on requirements and actions to be taken. Opportunities to become involved in developing business processes s within the team. Fixed Term Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.

My client, an industry leading tier one civil engineering and construction firm are looking for a Quality Engineer to join their their team working on High Speed 2.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of one of the most prestigious projects in Europe.

Experience within the civil engineering industry is essential for this role, ideally coming from a main contractor background.

The Quality Engineer will:

• Ensure delivery teams progressively collate assurance evidence to certify the works
• Compile and review evidence for compliance against project specifications, drawings and industry standards
• Support the Quality Manager is reviewing Inspection & Test Plans and material approvals
• Interface with the supply chain to promote a right first time approach to works on site and ensure that Quality briefings are delivered regarding MSI standards and expectations for Quality
• Undertake site surveillance's to independently verify works are compliant
• Provide regular feedback to the delivery team Agent and Quality Manager on QA performance for the allocated sites
• Support the Quality Manager in the ongoing implementation of the project Quality Management Plan and integrated management system

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Highways Specification experience or Network Rail experience preferred
• Internal Auditor preferred
• PCQI preferred
• Have a wide understanding of the industry, including knowledge of materials, trades, methods and legal requirements
• Excellent working knowledge of industry techniques
• Good knowledge of relevant SHEQ requirements
• Be PC literate in Microsoft Word and Excel, Adobe Acrobat
• Pro active, can do attitude
• Ability to work under own initiative with minimal supervision
• Ability to problem solve and analyse technical issues
• High level of attention to detail

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

VolkerHighways is a market leader in the delivery of highways and street lighting term maintenance contracts. We build strong collaborative relationships with our clients to drive improvements and efficiency in all our activities.

We have the capability to deliver major surfacing and public realm infrastructure projects. Our specialist in-house traffic management division provides expert advice and support across the industry, whilst assisting with our own, in-house contracts.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Control Centre Operator to join our Highways Business.

Based within the Volker Highways Control Centre, the Control Centre Operator is an indispensable part of the proactive and reactive response service for all Volker Highways contracts, being the first point of contact for the emergency response calls from various organisations. The tasks undertaken in this role ensure that the network is safe for the public and without congestion by allocating works to the operatives for emergency and miscellaneous tasks in a co-ordinated manner. The role will also include using Volker Highways' ATOM system, ERCC App and various client systems by instructing and monitoring works orders, permits and emergency responses which are essential to ensuring the company is contractually compliant in all operational matters.

About you

• An understanding of Emergency response
• An understanding of the highway authority contracts
• Previous experience in a control centre environment desirable

If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.

Why work with us?

VolkerHighways is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerHighways are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary
• Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
• Private medical care
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
• Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
• Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
• Employee Assistance programme
• Mental health, physical health, and financial support
• 24/7 Virtual GP service

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.

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VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.

The primary purpose of this role is to support the development and maintenance of quality procedures, ensuring compliance with the International Quality Standards ISO 15189 and ILAC-G19, together with the FSR Codes of Practice and Conduct and guidance documents. To support the development and maintenance of the Forensic Services Quality Management System (QMS). Deputise for the Quality and Operations Manager in periods of absence, within their specialist area. Support with the development of new SOPs and review and amend procedures and documents as required in relation to the FSR codes of practice for SARCS. Assist with the production of validation and verification procedures and supporting documents. Assist with the control and distribution of documents and quality procedures within the QMS. To attend the Havens UKAS/FSR Implementation Group meetings and other meetings as required. Work with the Havens Audit Lead, support implementation of a system for auditing systems relating to the SOPs relevant to the FSR codes of practice for SARCs. Provide practical support and advice in respect to the management of non-conformities (adverse incidents) and the service risk register, relating to accreditation. Participate in investigations whererequired to do so, and the review and monitoring of action plans.

As aQuality Governance Facilitator,you'll be part of our valued team at HCRG Care Group. You will feel valued as anQuality Governance Facilitatorwithin HCRG Care Group, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including- Private medical insurance with fast access to the most used specialists including for musculoskeletal problems and for mental health support at locations across the country Free tea, coffee and milk at your base location in Runcorn Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates Online and face to face help with your mental and physical well being from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling Access to e Learning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise An open, just culture where you're encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose- changing lives through transforming health and care. The pride of working for an organisation committed to the highest clinical and quality standards- with the majority of our rated services holding good or outstanding ratings from the Care Quality CommissionThe Ideal CandidateThe successful candidate will have-Essential Criteria Patient Safety Knowledge-Strong understanding of the NHS patient safety agenda and healthcare compliance requirements. Governance Expertise-Familiarity with governance processes and best practices. Communication Skills-Excellent verbal and written communication abilities to engage with colleagues and stakeholders effectively. Self-Motivated-Ability to work independently and prioritise competing demands. Attention to Detail-Proven capacity to produce high-quality work with meticulous accuracy. Presentation Skills-Ability to create detailed reports and presentations based on complex information. Audit Experience-Experience applying audit findings and evidence-based practices in healthcare settings. Desirable Criteria Regulatory Knowledge-Understanding of legislation and directives for independent healthcare providers. Professional Development-Relevant qualifications or willingness to pursue further education in quality or governance. Implementation Experience-Involvement in introducing new processes or systems. Please see the attached job description for a full person specification.

You will be joining the enthusiastic and collaborative Education Quality team of NHS England – London, which is responsible for ensuring that educational quality is a priority for all education and clinical placement providers across London. The team has a multi-professional approach to quality management and assurance and is the primary point of contact where there are any education quality concerns, regardless of profession, in a learning environment.



The team is part of the Workforce, Training and Education directorate and holds specific responsibilities resulting from this. The purpose of the directorate is to ensure that the NHS in England has a sufficient and inclusive workforce with the knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver compassionate high-quality health and care to the people it serves.​

As the Education Quality Coordinator you will be expected to organise, facilitate and document quality interventions within the London region. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with a wide array of stakeholders within NHS England, Education and Clinical Placement Providers across all multi-professional healthcare groups and clinical settings. Over time you will become the subject matter expert for all quality concerns and interventions within your defined role.

You will be responsible for line management and development of one Education Quality Officer, working closely together to support internal NHS England colleagues to drive quality improvement within education and training in the London region.



The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
• Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
• Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
• Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
• Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
• Delivering value for money.

If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit https://www.england.nhs.uk/.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.

NHS England hold a Sponsor Licence; this means that we may be able to sponsor you providing the Home Office requirements are met. To be eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route you’ll usually need to be paid the ‘standard’ salary rate of at least £38,700 per year, or the ‘going rate’ for your job, whichever is higher. You can find more information on theGovernment website.
• Support the Quality Manager in discharging their wider responsibilities.
• Review and interpret complex analysis to make recommendations for change, new policy/procedure.
• Regularly use online data systems and complex data sets to support the delivery of service.
• To plan, coordinate, deliver and have oversight of multi- professional quality reviews to learning environments across London.
• Be responsible for the management of a number of portfolio specific business process and systems – ensuring that these remain fit for purpose at all times – making suggestions for adaptations, and recommendations where needed.
• Maintain oversight and monitor all requirements and associated actions in place for a portfolio of organisations.
• To work with colleagues in the review of risk-based information and metrics/data associated with education providers, to implement a risk-based approach to reviews.
• To analyse captured data prior to any review and write a summary report.
• To write comprehensive and detailed post review reports, quickly and accurately, drawing conclusions and making recommendations on requirements and actions to be taken.
• Opportunities to become involved in developing business processes s within the team.

Fixed Term


Applicants from within the NHS willbe offered on a secondment basis only, agreementshouldbeobtainedfromtheiremployerpriortosubmittingtheapplication.



This advert closes on Wednesday 13 Nov 2024

EDF Energy is a core part of the EDF Group, one of the largest energy companies in Europe with key business operations in the UK, France, Italy and Belgium. We're the UK’s largest producer of low-carbon electricity, the biggest supplier of electricity by volume in Great Britain, the largest supplier to British businesses and we employ more than 13,000 people. We operate nuclear, coal and gas power stations, wind farms, and combined heat & power plants. We have a focus on safe, dependable energy generation and an ethos of service excellence. We are playing a leading role in new nuclear build in the UK to secure a bright future for the combined business and its employees.
Sizewell C. The power of good for Britain.
Location: London or Suffolk (hybrid working arrangements) Employment type: Permanent full-time/ part-time. Employment basis: The role is expected to be a full
- time position however we are open to discussing a more flexible or part
- time approach where possible.
Salary: £30,000
- £40,000, plus bonus and other benefits. Closing date: Tuesday 12th November
The Opportunity
Are you looking for a career which is rewarding, at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference? Come and join our expanding Sizewell C team and work on one of the most exciting and largest megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy.

Following on from the success of Hinkley Point C, the Sizewell C Project is a nuclear new build project in Suffolk, which has obtained planning approval and Government financing support. The project is currently in construction on site at Sizewell. When completed, it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million homes for 60 years, which along with renewables, will support Britain to achieve Net Zero by 2050. Our teams are set up to work flexibly, with a hybrid working approach between our offices and your home. We provide a full suite of IT equipment to ensure that our employees can work from home comfortably and effectively. We're seeking a detail-oriented Quality Engineer with experience in ISO 9001, 14001, or 18001. You'll oversee quality milestones, KPI reporting, and management systems like SharePoint.


The Role


As our Quality Engineer you’ll role involve audit compliance, process improvement, and stakeholder collaboration. This role is a mix of remote and office work. You’ll also take ownership of process improvements from developing procedures and audit plans to implementing problem-solving techniques that drive results
The Skills


Who You Are

You’ll bring experience within a regulated industry such as Manufacturing, Construction, or Engineering.

You’ll be familiar with management systems, compliance audit and ISO 9001, 14001 or 18001.

You will also be comfortable in creating KPI dashboards, driving continuous improvement and be proficient in IT tools like SharePoint and or equivalent systems/tools.
If the above sounds like you, then we’d love to hear from you! A full job description is available on application.  #DestinationNuclear

#SZCjobs
Power in Diversity




Sizewell C is a great place to work, where everyone is welcome. To fulfil our commitment of doing the power of good for Britain, our ambition is to have a workforce which reflects and benefits the society we are part of and serve. Every worker on Sizewell C, wherever they are, should help to create and experience the right environment where everyone on the team understands, respects and embraces diversity with a culture where everyone is treated with equal respect and are all given equal access to opportunities. By valuing the different points of view and experiences that having a diverse team brings, and by fostering an inclusive climate, we will create a great place to work and a more successful project. We create the right environment where people feel able to bring their whole selves to work. Whilst working together there is mutual trust and appreciation created through the building of meaningful relationships with one another, aligned with our key values: Respect: Value the rules and environment in which we operate
Positivity: Positively challenge poor quality and performance

Humility: Be open to other’s points of view and ideas, be willing to debate and to compromise

Solidarity: One team, working closely together and helping each other

Clarity: Communicate clearly and consistently


Everyone is able to get the most from their work and the workplace, and in return, give their best.
Competitive Salary and Benefits
We’re dedicated to offering flexible benefits that support our people across all aspects of their lives and we’re delighted to offer a range of benefits to support our employees’ physical, emotional and financial wellbeing.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a market-leading company pension scheme, paid holidays and a range of flexible benefits, such as: a company incentive bonus plan, health cover, cycle to work scheme, discounts and employee pricing. Please let us know if you’d like to discuss flexible working arrangements by highlighting this on your application.

An opportunity has arisen for a Pest Control Technician to join a well-established company providing pest control services. This role offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000.

As a Pest Control Technician, you will be providing pest control solutions for various client, ensuring high service standards.

What we are looking for:

- Previously worked as a Pest Control Technician, Foot Technician or in a similar role.

- BPCA Level 2 certification or equivalent in pest control.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills.

- An Advanced DBS check will be required for this role.

- Full UK driving licence.

What's on Offer:

- Competitive salary

- Company car

- Uniform and full expenses package.

- Full training and support through the BPCA CPD scheme.

- Health coverage and team development programmes.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Pest Control Technician to advance their career in a supportive and growing organization.

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Join us an Electronic Trading Risk & Control Manager

• We're looking for someone with a commercial and strategic mindset to advise business and technology leads on the mitigation of electronic trading risks
• You’ll be running and improving our three electronic trading control life cycles; algorithm, automated control, and electronic platform
• It’s a chance to work with a variety of stakeholders, giving you a platform to raise your network and career profile across the business

What you'll do

This role will see you providing electronic trading risk expertise to enhance our global risk and control framework. We’ll look to you to review and assess our adherence to the relevant electronic trading policies, and assist with administering the electronic trading governance structure.

Your other key responsibilities will include:

• Investigating and responding to electronic trading risk issues, internal reviews and regulatory inquiries
• Performing independent real time monitoring of algorithmic trading activity
• Assessing existing automated controls for established and emerging risks, identifying gap and weaknesses in the control environment
• Delivering regulatory remediation in the electronic trading space
• Identifying and mitigating non-market risks inherent in the electronic trading businesses
• Collaborating with business risk managers to deliver the risk and control agenda for the business

The skills you'll need

To succeed in this role, you’ll need operational experience in an electronic trading business together with knowledge of financial services businesses, including investment banking. We’d also like you to hold a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics degree, or appropriate analytical qualifications.

You’ll also need:

• Knowledge of financial services risk and control at different levels of an organisation
• A clear track record of delivery and the ability to work to deadlines and adapt to changing priorities
• The ability to think strategically and to develop targeted and intelligent solutions which are appropriate for the business

Support clinical teams with external reviews, Quality Assurance visits and ensure processes and support in place for on-going monitoring and quality improvement methodology applies to action plans. Actively participate in the delivery of the corporate agenda on the quality and safety agenda alongside the quadrumvirate working closely with the obstetric lead for quality and safety to ensure that processes within Womens and Childrens services align. Lead on the identification and implementation of the risk and governance strategy across the division. Ensure the triangulation of information from different data sources to support a robust approach to service development, continuous learning, and improvement. Undertake, and support others to undertake, detailed incident investigations using a robust and clear process, in line with the patient Safety Strategy (National) which focuses on Human Factors Ergonomics (HFE), system and process service improvements. Assume the role as overall lead for the umbrella of governance requirements within maternity, linking with gynaecology and neonatal services to ensure a whole picture approach to governance. To ensure quality and safety is embedded within the clinical areas including the dissemination of risk, audit, learning from excellence complaints and trends are shared. Provide expert, visible leadership and expert advice on clinical effectiveness, patient safety and quality and co-ordinate all aspects of clinical governance. Promote a Just, learning, and restorative culture. Participate in the Maternity Lead On-Call Rota.

JOB SUMMARY The Trust has embraced Quality Improvement (QI) as the overarching principle for the organisation and set its longer-term vision to provide the highest quality, best value healthcare for patients. The primary purpose of the QI Programme is to oversee the transformation of the culture of the Trust to one of continuous improvement. This will be delivered through participation of staff in the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of a large number of small and large-scale projects via a multi-year organisation-wide programme. The programme is a unique one for the organisation in terms of breadth, depth and timescale. The QI Project Officer will: Provide high quality administrative and project management support to the Quality Improvement Team to ensure smooth day to day delivery of key programmes of work Manage documentation and organisational knowledge systems on behalf of the Quality Improvement Team and where appropriate Lead on the organisation of delivery of specific projects with support from Improvement Advisors and the Head of QI Improve internal operational efficiency In addition, the post holder will occasionally be called upon to fulfil a range of other tasks to support the overall objectives of Quality Improvement within the Trust. Key Relationships: Director of Improvement QI Clinical Lead Head of Quality Improvement Departmental/Ward Managers/Team Leaders Matrons Business Intelligent Team Divisional Performance Team Patient Safety Specialists Patient and Public Involvement Team Quality Improvement professionals (internal and external to organisation) Please see the full job description for further details

The post holder will be required to work with a high degree of autonomy insupport of the senior clinical lead (CPH) in the delivery of a comprehensiveprogramme of quality assurance capable of maintaining and furtherdeveloping, effective high quality screening throughout the area. The post holder will be expected to develop close liaison and communication with local screening programmes, provider organisations and commissioners in order to monitor organisations against minimum standards of service performance and quality across all elements of NHS Screening Programmes. The post holder will work collaboratively with colleagues from other portfolio teams and nationally in order to promote consistency across national screening programmes and in the delivery of the regional quality assurance function. The successful candidate must be able to operate independently with the capability to interpret, implement and provide specialist advice ensuring that all advice being given by that team is evidence based. The Senior QA Advisor will identify matters of particular complexity/sensitivity and know when to seek advice from professional clinical experts. This role will involve working with colleagues across the directorate and inother directorates, leading or supporting agreed workstreams as appropriate. There will be a consistently close working relationship between members of the Quality Assurance team and portfolio teams, to provide subject matter expertise and support the delivery of the sub-directorate objectives.

Ensure the planning and organisation of screening interventions and sub-regional/regional meetings are effective and meet the requirements of stakeholders. This will involve coordination of professional and clinical advisors and large regional groups. Support senior QA staff in the management of communications with the organisations and professionals, within and outside of the QA intervention process. Support the delivery and evaluation of education and training to stakeholders including professional and clinical advisors and team members Review action plans and ensure that programmes that are failing to progress are identified and appropriate action taken, ensuring escalation of issues where necessary Support programmes post intervention to ensure that programmes can implement action plans Assist the QA Senior Advisors/Advisors in the planning of the annual work plan and scheduling of QA interventions and events. Propose and develop systems of quality management in the screening programmes. Ensure up-to-date knowledge and understanding of current and proposed future developments within screening programmes. Support the collection and analysis of complex data from local screening programmes including KPIs and annual report returns. Undertake regular review of the data with the support of data analysts and feedback to programmes in an agreed and consistent manner. Support work to improve data quality in local programmes Assist with the co-ordination and facilitation of the monitoring and performance of local screening practice against agreed standards. Coordinate the validation of statistical reports produced by local screening programmes and feedback any problems to appropriate regional and national organisations under the direction of the QA Manager/Deputy Manager Recommend and undertake further analysis on data for QA and audit purposes. Assist the QA Senior Advisors/Advisors with the management and analysis of statutory returns, audit data and screening QA data. Ensure accurate and complete statutory returns are made to the Department of Health and the dissemination of relevant information to all relevant parties concerned. Create and develop reports, spreadsheets and databases for the presentation of results and surveys to key stakeholders. Triage, escalate and manage screening incidents for your region. Provide advice and support in the case of screening incidents ensuring the safety of patients. Ensure that any SI or complex/high risk incidents are escalated as appropriate Provide advice on unexpected events/adverse incidents occurring within screening programmes and recognize the level of importance and sensitivity of such situations. Refer on to more senior staff or Professional Clinical Advisors as necessary. Ensure that there is cross cover and resilience in the screening programme and support the SQAS team in maintaining the schedule of interventions, locality educational activities and workflows. Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the applicationYou can find further details about the job, in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents. Secondments Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.

Job Category : Trade & Operatives
Location :Council Offices, Southwark Council
Hours Per Week : 36.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 08:00
End Time : 16:00
Salary: £16.11

Responsibilities

1. To competently identify the nature of an infestation and the most appropriate treatment/ management techniques. This decision should be based on knowledge gained through formal training, legislative restrictions, species specific biology, environmental protection considerations and site data.

2. To carry out treatments and management techniques for infestations including traps, culls, deterrents, pesticides and biocides safely and humanely, in line with The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) Code of Practice.

3. To survey properties, internally and externally, including drains, and make recommendations for further repair works or structural considerations to overcome future infestations and mitigate the risk of spread between dwellings. To survey and assess requests for pest control support that falls outside of normal contracts. Providing estimate costings and quotations, with technical drawings where applicable

4. To carry out proofing work to control and prevent infestations, ensuring materials and techniques used are in line with housing fire safety guidance and Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.

5. To organise and perform the collection of stray dogs using sound judgement and expertise in line with the safe system of work and legislation. To arrange kennel stay or re-homing where appropriate.

6. To assist in the organisation, and perform the execution of pigeon proofing measures, including the cleansing and removing of pigeon matter as and when required.
7. To use, prepare, store and transport pesticides in line with COSHH regulations; ensuring that substances hazardous to health are properly controlled. Assist in preparing risk assessments and method statements.

8. When allocated a vehicle the post holder is responsible for ensuring that the vehicle is safely and correctly driven, is well maintained and roadworthy, and all plant and materials are safely stored. There is also responsibility for the content of the vehicle at all times while in their possession and to ensure the security of all materials and tools.




Knowledge, including educational qualifications:
Qualified to either Diploma in Pest Control with the British Pest Control Association (BPCA part 1 and 2) or RSPH Level 2 Certificate in Pest Management or equivalent.

To understand issues around the delivery of all pest control work activities in an urban environment and evidence of continued professional, managerial and personal development, within the relevant discipline.

Understanding of relevant legislation and codes of practice in H&S, pest control.

To understand how the principles of Equality Act and Public Sector Equality Duty impacts on all work duties.

To understand the basic safeguarding procedures and protocols for children and adults at risk.


Experience:
Experience in providing pest control advice to clients.

Experience of working with baits, traps, poisons and pest control equipment.

Experience of working effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Experience of providing excellent customer service whilst working in a front line operational team.


Aptitudes, Skills & Competencies:
Ability to handle, prepare and lay poison baits or spray insecticides, keeping yourself and others safe.

Ability to use technology equipment in line with the duties of the post.

Ability to prepare reports and maintain records of visits and actions carried out in relation to pest control and animal welfare duties.

Ability to interpret work instructions, both written and verbal, and implement them.

Ability to determine when an infestation requires a more detailed investigation or treatment.

Ability to formulate practical solutions to problems given the constraints of the situation
Ability to respond to the needs of customers diplomatically and sensitively, and to deal with issues calmly, effectively and with a high degree of professionalism and integrity.

Ability to act as coach and mentor to trainees and newly qualified colleagues.