Pest Control Technician

AGS Recruitment; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based pest control company is seeking a Pest Control Technician to deliver high-quality services to clients in Eastleigh. Candidates must have at least 3 years of pest control experience, hold a RSPH Level 2 Award, and possess a full driving license. This role entails inspecting premises, communicating with customers, and maintaining service quality. The company offers a competitive salary, continuous professional development, and opportunities for career progression within a fast-growing organization.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Fully expensed travel

Company mobile and uniform

Company pension scheme

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Productivity bonus scheme

Generous overtime rates

Leads commission

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in pest control.
• Wide knowledge of pest/bird control.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality pest control services.
• Inspect premises for pests and root causes.
• Communicate pest risks and maintenance needs.

Skills

Pest control experience

RSPH Level 2 Award in pest management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Driving license

Job description

PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN | £32K P/A | SOUTHAMPTON | FULL TIME | PERMANENT

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver high-quality pest control and inspection services to residential and commercial clients, meeting SLAs and KPIs for quality, performance, and customer satisfaction.
• Inspect premises to identify pests, entry points, risks, and root causes, and carry out appropriate treatments safely in line with Health, Safety, and Quality guidelines.
• Communicate clearly with customers by sharing pest risks, relevant legislation, maintenance requirements, hygiene concerns, and proactive prevention recommendations, both verbally and in writing.
• Complete accurate service reports and records using Android/PDA technology, including all visit details and findings.
• Remove and dispose of infestation evidence safely and appropriately and share relevant advice and sales leads with the sales team.
• Demonstrate strong customer focus by providing clear, compelling customer stories and examples of service excellence.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Minimum 3 years of experience in pest control.
• A full driving licence.
• RSPH Level 2 Award in pest management.
• Broad knowledge of pest control/bird control and enthusiasm to apply practically.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with a proactive approach to resolving issues with the team.
• Understanding that service is not just the technical elements of the role, but also the nature of positive human relationships.
• Ability to work in a variety of conditions, including confined spaces, damp or dusty locations, freezing conditions, and hot conditions.

BENEFITS

• Fast‑growing business with excellent opportunities for career progression and development.
• BPCA continuous professional development scheme and individual training plans for each employee.
• Fully expensed travel.
• Company mobile, PPE and uniform.
• Company pension scheme.
• 20 days holiday (rising over time) plus bank holidays.
• Productivity bonus scheme.
• Leads commission (5‑10%).
• Generous overtime rates.

ABOUT US

We are experts in pest control, providing quality, dependable and friendly services to customers of all sizes across the UK. AGS One is a government‑accredited learning organisation that delivers training, qualifications and opportunities to its valued colleagues. This is an exciting time to join the business as we continue to expand the pest control services we deliver to our clients.

Our ethos is simple: Happy Staff, Happy Clients, Happy Days. We’re not focused on KPIs, targets or mindless spreadsheets. Delivering a high‑quality service is at the core of everything we do, and we support our people to achieve that. We’re looking for problem solvers who are results‑driven and committed to providing the best possible customer service.

We are committed to training you to become an expert in your field. This includes BPCA/RSPH accreditations, marksmanship training and other specialist courses, alongside the training required to meet the rigorous health and safety demands of our business and client base, such as rail infrastructure. As your skills develop, you will become a more valuable member of the team, with opportunities to progress into other roles within our fast‑growing organisation.

Due to the nature of our clients, the role can be physically demanding. You will be expected to use your initiative and manage your own time while also working effectively as part of a wider team on larger projects. Our management and planning teams are on hand to support your day‑to‑day work. The environment is friendly and relaxed, but we value commitment, professionalism and honest work.