Qualified Pest Control Technician
Working Hours: 35 Hours Per Week Manchester City Council have a fantastic opportunity for a customer facing Pest Control Technician to join our growing team, working around the Manchester area. You will be at the sharp end of our service for commercial, residential, and council properties. You will be visiting our customers across your area to make inspections and carry out treatments, as well as promoting additional work if the opportunity arises. Experience within the field of pest control is essential, but you will also be provided with an excellent training program for continual professional development. No two days are the same. If you think you would enjoy the challenge and variety then we would be pleased to hear from you. For an informal discussion, please contact the hiring manager, [Paula Curless], at [07798947584] and [paula.curless@manchester.gov.uk] to arrange a convenient time to discuss the role. We are looking for a proactive and customer‑focused individual who is passionate about delivering a high‑quality pest control service. The ideal candidate will be dependable, professional, and able to represent Manchester City Council positively when engaging with residents, businesses, and partner organisations. You will be a practical problem solver with a keen eye for detail, capable of assessing situations quickly and applying the most effective treatment solutions. A self‑motivated approach is essential, as you will often work independently, managing your own workload and priorities across a busy and varied schedule. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, enabling them to clearly explain technical information and provide reassurance and advice to customers. You will also be comfortable using technology to complete job reports, update systems, and maintain accurate records. Above all, you will take pride in your work, demonstrate a strong commitment to health and safety, and be dedicated to delivering reliable, efficient, and customer‑focused service. We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities. Working for Manchester isn’t just a job – it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone. Our Manchester is our vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city – a vision shaped by the people of Manchester. It guides everything we do at the Council and is brought to life through the Our Manchester behaviours: Benefits we offer Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council At Manchester City Council, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people. Support During the Process Guaranteed Assessment Scheme We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panels minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below: When You Join Us We’re a Disability Confident Employer, offering: For more information about the role or any adjustments, email jobs@manchester.gov.uk. What we will need from you if you're successful In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship. Pre-Employment Checks If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you’ve applied for, see the top of the advert for details. These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve. Other relevant information We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.
Contract Type: 3 x Full-Time, Permanent
Closing Date: 11 June 2026
Closing time: 11.59pm
Interview Method: Face to Face
Legal Right to Work: In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action
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2 References - where possible we require 3 years' history.
Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.
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Location
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Job ID
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