RSPH Level 2 Pest Control Technician

Countrywide Environmental Limited; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Countrywide Pest Control is seeking a qualified Pest Control Technician to deliver high-quality pest management across residential, commercial and industrial settings in Hampshire. You will perform planned maintenance and reactive visits, using traditional methods and modern technology to provide lasting solutions.

The role requires a Level 2 qualification (RSPH), a full UK driving licence, and a strong customer-service orientation.

Qualifications

• Qualified Level 2 Pest Control Technician (RSPH Level 2 or equivalent).
• Full UK manual driving licence (no more than 6 penalty points).
• Experience in a customer-facing role and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service.
• Good understanding of pest biology, treatment methods, chemical safety and relevant legislation.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage workload effectively.
• Proactive approach to learning and keeping up to date with industry developments.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting customer premises, identifying pest activity and assessing the extent of infestations.
• Delivering effective pest control treatments using appropriate chemical and non-chemical methods.
• Safely applying insecticides and rodenticides in line with legislation and industry best practice.
• Identifying potential causes of infestations and recommending preventative measures.
• Building positive relationships with customers and providing practical advice and guidance.
• Carrying out follow-up visits to monitor treatment effectiveness and ensure successful eradication.
• Maintaining accurate service records, treatment reports and chemical usage information.
• Using a digital handheld device to record customer visits and complete service documentation.
• Maintaining equipment and ensuring chemicals are stored, handled and disposed of safely.
• Working in accordance with all health, safety and environmental requirements.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Time management

Full UK driving licence

Education

RSPH Level 2 Pest Management

Job description

Pest Control Technician Salary: £31,000 per annum | Full Time | Location: Hampshire

About Countrywide Pest Control

Countrywide Pest Control is an established regional pest control business operating across Southern England. We provide specialist pest management services to both commercial and domestic customers, serving urban and rural communities. We have developed a strong reputation across Berkshire, Hampshire, Oxfordshire and Wiltshire, with local services covering areas including Reading, Newbury, Basingstoke, Farnborough, Fleet, Oxford, Abingdon, Wantage, Marlborough, Swindon and Devizes. Alongside our regional operations, we operate a national bird control installation team and a network of specialist pest management technicians, providing experienced and reliable solutions to customers across a range of sectors. Driven by customer retention, service quality and organic growth, Countrywide has rapidly established itself as a pest control provider of choice across the region.

About the Role

Are you a qualified Level 2 Pest Control Technician looking for your next opportunity? We're looking for an experienced, customer-focused Pest Control Technician to join our growing team. You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality pest management services across a variety of residential, commercial and industrial environments. This is a varied, hands-on role where you'll use your technical knowledge and practical experience to identify, manage and eradicate pest infestations, helping protect our customers, their properties and the wider environment. You'll carry out a mixture of planned preventative maintenance visits and reactive call-outs, using a combination of traditional pest control methods and modern technology to deliver effective, long-term solutions.

What You'll Be Doing

• Inspecting customer premises, identifying pest activity and assessing the extent of infestations.
• Delivering effective pest control treatments using appropriate chemical and non-chemical methods.
• Safely applying insecticides and rodenticides in line with legislation and industry best practice.
• Identifying potential causes of infestations and recommending preventative measures.
• Building positive relationships with customers and providing practical advice and guidance.
• Carrying out follow-up visits to monitor treatment effectiveness and ensure successful eradication.
• Maintaining accurate service records, treatment reports and chemical usage information.
• Using a digital handheld device to record customer visits and complete service documentation.
• Maintaining equipment and ensuring chemicals are stored, handled and disposed of safely.
• Working in accordance with all relevant health, safety and environmental requirements.

About You

• Proven experience within the pest control industry.
• RSPH Level 2 Certificate in Pest Management (or an equivalent recognised qualification).
• Experience in a customer-facing role and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service.
• A good understanding of pest biology, treatment methods, chemical safety and relevant legislation.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage your workload effectively.
• A proactive approach to learning and keeping up to date with industry developments.
• A full UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.

At Pest Control Partnership, our people are at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from talented people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We believe that diverse teams make better decisions, drive innovation and help us deliver exceptional service to our customers and communities. Guided by our values of People, Environment, Service and Technology, we are building an inclusive culture where everyone has the opportunity to develop their career, contribute their ideas and make a meaningful difference. We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair, inclusive and accessible. If you require support or an adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs where possible and in accordance with local legislation.

Our Purpose is to care for the wellbeing of the communities we serve by managing pest risks in the most environmentally responsible way. How we do this is that we put people at the centre of everything we do and we embrace innovation & technology to deliver an outstanding customer service. Our Vision is to build a leading international Pest Control platform, commencing in the UK & Continental Europe across multiple industry sectors & service lines, growing revenue organically and through strategic acquisitions.

In addition to clearly defining and communicating our Strategy & focusing on Execution, we will: Build a Team that simplifies working in and with the Pest Control Partnership Develop a Culture of high performance and high values Drive Innovation in the Pest Control industry.