Pest Hygiene Support Operative

Mitie Group plc.; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. is seeking a Pest Hygiene Support Operative for the Pladis (McVitie's) site in Carlisle. The role covers hygiene and pest control across the facility to uphold cleanliness, food safety and compliance.

Salary is £12.71 per hour for a 39-hour week, with a Sunday to Wednesday shift pattern. The position is permanent and full-time, based at Pladis, Carlisle, Cumbria. Training will be provided to support pest control inspections and hygiene tasks across production and non-production

Qualifications

• Experience in hygiene, pest control, or food manufacturing is desirable but not essential.
• Full training will be provided.
• Able to work Sundays to Wednesdays.

Responsibilities

• Support pest control inspections and corrective actions.
• Carry out cleaning and hygiene tasks in production and non-production areas.
• Assist with pest-proofing activities and environmental housekeeping.
• Report pest-related findings and hygiene concerns.
• Complete documentation accurately and in line with site procedures.
• Work safely and follow all food safety and health & safety requirements.

Skills

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independence

Job description

Mitie is looking for a reliable and hardworking Pest Support Hygiene Operative to join our team at the Pladis (McVitie's) site in Carlisle.

This role supports both hygiene and pest control activities across the manufacturing facility, helping to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, food safety, and compliance.
Job Title: Pest Hygiene Support Operative
Contract: Permanent
Type of Employment: Full Time
Hours: 39 hours per week
Rate of Pay: £12.71 per hour
Shift pattern: Sunday - Wednesday
Location: Pladis, 54 Church Street, Caldewgate, Carlisle, Cumbria, England, CA2 5TG

Key Responsibilities:

• Support pest control inspections and corrective actions.
• Carry out cleaning and hygiene tasks in production and non-production areas.
• Assist with pest-proofing activities and environmental housekeeping.
• Report pest-related findings and hygiene concerns.
• Complete documentation accurately and in line with site procedures.
• Work safely and follow all food safety and health & safety requirements.

What We're Looking For:

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Good attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Previous hygiene, pest control, or food manufacturing experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.