Pest Control Technician | Invercargill

Rentokil Initial Group; Invercargill City; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Mobile phone

Uniform & PPE

Training provided

Career progression

Job summary

Rentokil Initial in New Zealand is seeking a hands-on Pest Control Technician. You will be the first line of defence in protecting customers' spaces from pests, delivering expert advice and proactive service.

This role emphasizes safety, local knowledge, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions. Training will be provided, and flexible travel may be required to cover sites.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work outdoors and manage time effectively.
• Self-motivated with a focus on safety and quality.
• Willingness to travel and stay away when required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections to identify pest activity and plan treatments.
• Apply pest control solutions and advise customers on prevention.
• Identify hygiene risks to create safer spaces.
• Complete digital service reports after each visit.
• Deliver professional customer service and identify upsell opportunities.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Self-motivated

Health & safety

Outdoor work

Job description

Love the outdoors? Dedicated, reliable, and ready to stay one step ahead?

Rentokil Initial is looking for a hands-on, self-motivated Pest Control Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be the first line of defence in the fight against pests, solving customer problems with expert advice and proactive service.

We've implemented skills-based hiring, which means we'll assess you on the actual skills needed for the job, making "no experience necessary" a reality. If you have the skills, we want to hear from you!

Benefits:

• Get a company vehicle, fuel card, and mobile to keep you moving
• Uniform and PPE gear all set to keep you safe and ready
• Dive into comprehensive training to master our products and safety
• Join a global company that'll take your career to the next level!

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough site inspections to identify pest activity and determine treatment plans
• Apply pest control solutions and advise customers on prevention/management
• Identify hygiene/environmental risks to create safer, healthier spaces
• Accurately complete digital service reports post-visit
• Deliver outstanding, professional customer service
• Identify opportunities to recommend additional value-adding services

A successful candidate will have:

• Full-time, permanent work rights in NZ
• Full, clean driver's licence and a clean criminal record
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Physically fit with a strong focus on health and safety
• Comfortable and able to work outdoors in various environmental conditions
• Self-motivated with great time management
• High attention to detail and pride in high standards
• Confident using mobile apps and technology
• Flexible to travel and stay away overnight if needed
• Experience with pest control regulations and methods is a bonus

Desirable, but not essential:

• New Zealand Certificate in Pest Operations - Urban Pest Control
• Current NZ Firearm Licence
• Experience and licences for Working at Heights and Elevated Work Platforms
• Ability to operate a manual vehicle

Candidates must hold permanent full working rights in New Zealand. Preferred applicants will undergo standard pre-employment checks, including medical assessments, reference checks, and criminal history verification, adhering to Rentokil Initial standards.

About us:

Rentokil Initial operates in New Zealand under the brands Rentokil, Initial and Ambius. As an international business services company, we employ over 63,000 employees in over 80 countries, bursting with passion and pride to make a positive difference for our customers and communities.

We hold strong to our values of Relationships, Teamwork, Service and Responsibility. What truly sets us apart is our people. We are a friendly and supportive team, driven by a passion to help protect people, enhance lives and preserve our planet, every day.