About this Pest Control Service Technician | Invercargill role at Rentokil Initial
Not all heroes wear capes, some carry pest control gear! We are looking for our next champion to join the Invercargill Team!
At Rentokil Initial, we’re more than pest control, we’re problem solvers, protectors, and trusted experts! Based in Invercargill, you’ll support homes and businesses across the wider region, including Southland, and surrounding areas. If you enjoy variety, teamwork, and building strong customer relationships, we’d love to have you on board. This is a full-time, permanent role, primarily Monday to Friday, with occasional out-of-hours work as required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Load and prep your vehicle each day to tackle your scheduled jobs.
- Inspect customer sites to identify pest issues and recommend solutions.
- Deliver hands-on pest control services using industry-best methods.
- Educate customers on pest prevention and hygiene best practices.
- Complete clear and accurate service reports after each job.
- Maintain strong customer relationships through friendly, professional service.
- Keep an eye out for ways we can add more value for each client.
Why Join Us? Here’s What You’ll Get:
- Company vehicle, fuel card & work phone - everything you need to hit the road
- All PPE gear provided - uniform and PPE, no need to bring your own
- Full training and ongoing support - including safety, products, and processes. Support in Achieving getting registered and qualified
- Opportunities to upskill and earn qualifications - grow your career with us
- Enjoy independence, make each day your own, your way!
What You’ll Need to Succeed:
- Legal right to work full-time in NZ and a clean, full NZ driver’s licence
- Previous Pest control experience, residential or commercial! (If applicable)
- Strong people skills with a customer-first attitude
- Physically fit, safety-focused, and comfortable working at heights and confined spaces
- Organised, detail-driven, and able to work independently
- Confident with mobile tech and reporting apps
- Flexible to travel and stay overnight when required around lower south island
Preferred Qualifications and Experience but not required:
- New Zealand Certificate in Urban Pest Control Level 3
- NZ Firearm License
- Knowledge of pest control regulations and practices
- Working at Heights and EWP licences
- Experience driving manual vehicles
Successful candidates must complete a pre-employment assessment, including medical, reference, and criminal background checks, meeting Rentokil Initial's satisfactory criteria.
About Rentokil Initial:
Rentokil Initial operates in New Zealand under the brands Rentokil, Initial and Ambius. As an international business services company, we employ over 57,000 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 Service, Relationships and Teamwork. 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.
Our main drive is to offer outstanding and consistent customer service, to support our colleagues and promote colleagues from within, all whilst making sure we have the best health and safety standards possible - we want everyone to get home safely.
