Pest Control Technician — Hands-On Role at a Top Zoo

Chester Zoo; Chester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff pass

Healthcare plan

Employee assistance programme

Discounted gym membership

Cinema & dining discounts

Pension scheme

Job summary

Chester Zoo is seeking a Pest Control Assistant to join the Animal and Plant Logistics Team. You will support pest control operations across the site, manage equipment storage and procurement, and ensure reports meet Zoo procedures.

The ideal candidate will hold RSPH Level 2 or higher, have excellent communication, a clean driving licence, and experience in hospitality pest control. This is a full-time, 40-hour per week role with 33 days leave and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Hold RSPH Level 2 minimum.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Experience in customer relations.
• Experience in hospitality environment and pest control measures.
• Proficient with pest control software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pest control operations across the site.
• Manage storage and procurement of pest control equipment.
• Ensure pest control reports meet Zoo procedures.
• Carry out pest treatments following health and safety protocols.
• Contribute to EHO inspections of food outlets.
• Be a point of contact for pest inquiries when ATM is off-site.
• Design and undertake pest-proofing across site.
• Advise on pest issues across site.
• Work in a variety of environments.

Skills

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Organisation

Driving licence

Problem solving

Education

RSPH Level 2

Tools

Pest control software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chester Zoo is seeking a Pest Control Assistant to join the Animal and Plant Logistics Team. You will support pest control operations across the site, manage equipment storage and procurement, and ensure reports meet Zoo procedures.

The ideal candidate will hold RSPH Level 2 or higher, have excellent communication, a clean driving licence, and experience in hospitality pest control. This is a full-time, 40-hour per week role with 33 days leave and a strong benefits package.