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Must have8
Full, clean driver’s licence
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
Nice to have5
Pest control regulations and methods experience is a bonus
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
Eligibility4
Full-time, permanent work rights in NZ
Clean criminal record
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
Skills
mobile apps
Benefits
Company vehicle
Fuel card
Mobile phone
Uniform
Ppe
Training
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’ll 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:
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Get a company vehicle, fuel card, and mobile to keep you moving
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Uniform and PPE gear all set to keep you safe and ready
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Dive into comprehensive training to master our products and safety
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Join a global powerhouse that’ll take your career to the next level!
Key responsibilities:
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Conduct thorough site inspections to identify pest activity and determine treatment plans
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Apply pest control solutions and advise customers on prevention/management
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Identify hygiene/environmental risks to create safer, healthier spaces
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Accurately complete digital service reports post-visit
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Deliver outstanding, professional customer service
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Identify opportunities to recommend additional value-adding services
A successful candidate will have:
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Full-time, permanent work rights in NZ
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Full, clean driver’s licence and a clean criminal record
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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
•
Pest control regulations and methods experience is a bonus
Desirable, but not essential:
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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.