Animal Pest Control Pleasant Point

3 days ago

Pleasant Point, New Zealand Rentokil Initial Full time

**Rentokil Rural & Environmental Services** combines experience spanning diverse landscapes, from high-country farms to dense native bush. Whether it’s predator control, ungulate management, or invasive plant control, we deploy innovative, sustainable, and effective pest control strategies to meet the unique needs of our clients.

A key strength of our expertise lies in our end-to-end project management service, where we leverage our experience in successfully managing complex projects of all sizes, customised to fit the specific needs of each landscape.

**The role**:
You will be responsible for large-scale pest control projects in some of New Zealand's most remote and iconic landscapes, **using trapping and toxin deployment methods to control possums and predators**. In return, you’ll gain practical experience, work toward industry qualifications, and join a team that values grit, reliability, and results.

**This is physically demanding, full-time outdoor work, ideal for those who back their stamina and enjoy working hard as part of a solid team.**

**Location**:
Our team in Pleasant Point frequently travel to operational sites across the South Island, providing the opportunity to experience New Zealand off the beaten track. In this role, you will be required to stay away for the working week (Mon - Fri) plus the occasional 10-day stint, with accommodation and meals provided.

**Why join us?**
- Competitive hourly rates
- Shared accommodation while working away
- Three meals per day while working away
- Southern Cross Health Insurance
- National career progression opportunities
- Job security with a consistent workload
- On-the-job training and support

**What we’re looking for**:

- Fit and capable of carrying heavy loads over steep terrain
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather
- Able to work away from home for the working week
- A good communicator with a solid commitment to health and safety
- Positive, reliable, and willing to learn
- Able to work independently in the field and manage time efficiently
- Eligible to work full-time in New Zealand
- NZ driver's licence with a clean driving record
- Able to drive off-road vehicles
- Clear criminal record

**Desirable but not essential**:

- Previous experience or qualifications in pest control or biosecurity work.
- First Aid Certificate
- ATV, LUV, or 4WD qualifications
- GrowSafe or Controlled Substance Licence
- NZ Firearms Licence
- Chainsaw use NZQA unit standards or related training

**If you enjoy working outdoors and want to be part of a team helping to protect New Zealand’s unique landscapes, we’d like to hear from you. Please note that applicants must have the right to live and work permanently or long-term in New Zealand.**

**About us**:
At Rentokil Rural & Environmental Services, we make a positive mark on New Zealand’s landscapes, understanding ecosystems, committing to sustainable practices, delivering long-term environmental solutions and using effective pest and plant pest management. Every project benefits future generations. From planning to execution and reporting, our work aligns with client goals and makes a real impact on the ground.

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.

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