Conservation Field Operator: NZ Pest Control & Travel

Rentokil Initial; Timaru; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living wage starting at

Travel, accommodation & meals provided

Industry training & qualifications

Permanent employment

Remote landscapes work experience

Job summary

Rentokil Rural & Environmental Services is seeking a Field Operator to join the team. You will work in outdoor, remote NZ landscapes, traveling across the South Island to support pest control and conservation efforts. Full-time, permanent positions with meals and accommodation provided when away.

Based out of Washdyke, you will gain hands-on experience, industry qualifications, and become part of a team focused on reliability and results.

Qualifications

• Fit and resilient for steep, remote terrain and all weather.
• Able to work away from home during the week.
• Strong communication with a commitment to health & safety.
• Field experience in hunting or pest control is a plus.
• Clean NZ driver's licence and off-road vehicle confidence.
• Eligible to work full-time in NZ and pass a criminal record check.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pest control and conservation across remote NZ landscapes.
• Manage animal pests via trapping and toxins (wallabies, possums, ungulates).
• Travel throughout the South Island with stays away from home.
• Attend to safety protocols and report on field activities.

Skills

Outdoor resilience

Strong communication

Health & safety focus

Job description

Rentokil Rural & Environmental Services is seeking a Field Operator to join the team. You will work in outdoor, remote NZ landscapes, traveling across the South Island to support pest control and conservation efforts. Full-time, permanent positions with meals and accommodation provided when away.

Based out of Washdyke, you will gain hands-on experience, industry qualifications, and become part of a team focused on reliability and results.