Pest Control Technician - #1657424

The Vacancy

Job Title: Pest Control Technician

Location: Edinburgh

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 45 Hours Per Week

Salary: £32,761.35 per annum Total Salary (Inclusive of Standby Payment (1:4 x 13 Periods) + Overtime + Travel Time

About the Role:

Due to continued growth within our Pest Control division, we are excited to offer a new opportunity for a skilled Pest Control Technician to join our dynamic team. Working with a range of prestigious UK clients, you'll deliver comprehensive pest control services, including inspection, treatment, proofing, and reporting, across a variety of sites such as stores, food halls, depots, and offices.

You'll be responsible for identifying pest activity, advising on environmental risks, and providing detailed reports while ensuring all activities comply with Health & Safety and hygiene regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take full ownership of pest-related issues, including infestations, cleaning, and proofing.
• Respond promptly to emergency call-outs from the Helpdesk.
• Conduct site visits in accordance with service schedules and client specifications.
• Carry out detailed inspections and accurately document findings and recommendations.
• Perform proofing works and pest deterrent installations within technical capability.
• Provide clear communication—both verbal and written—to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Escalate concerns and pest activity to site management and relevant teams as needed.
• Ensure strict adherence to company Health & Safety and COSHH policies when handling pesticides.

Qualifications & Experience:

Essential:

• RSPH Level 2 Award in Pest Management (or equivalent)
• Full UK driving license
• Proven experience in pest control environments

Desirable:

• Experience in retail, leisure, or FM sectors
• Bird proofing knowledge
• General building/fabrication skills
• Competence with digital reporting tools and basic PC literacy

The Ideal Candidate:

You’ll be proactive, detail-oriented, and confident in delivering excellent service independently. Strong communication skills and a commitment to health and safety are essential, along with the flexibility to attend various client sites as needed.

What We Offer:

We’re proud to support our employees with a wide range of benefits aimed at enhancing your work-life balance and wellbeing:

• 33 Days Holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Private Pension Scheme
• 
  HealthShield Cashback Plan – Reclaim dental/optical costs
• 
  OneCity – Employee Discount Platform
• Employee Value Awards (up to £250)
• Access to Costco Personal Membership
• Mental & Physical Health Support (Wisdom, Thrive, SkinVision)
• 
  Electric Car Scheme (subject to eligibility)
• 
  First Bus Commuter Club – Discounted Travel

Apply Today!

Join a company that values dedication, innovation, and professionalism. If you're passionate about pest control and ready for the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you

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Pest Control Technician - Edinburgh

Pest Control Technician - Edinburgh

Pest Control Technician - Edinburgh

The Company

In 1985, husband and wife Willie and Susan Haughey established City Refrigeration Holdings. The pair set out with one goal – to make a positive change in the facilities management industry.

The Haugheys founded their enterprise on the values of collaboration and transparency, replacing client/contractor relationships with long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships. Each partner receives a unique strategy, shaped by the needs of the business and implemented by a bespoke, self-delivered model.

It is this focus that has allowed the City Group to grow from its humble beginnings into one of the world’s most trusted facilities management companies. The business now employs over 12,000 people and has established divisions across Europe, Australia, North America and Asia. It has also diversified the services it offers to include maintenance and engineering, technical procurement and support, cleaning and ancillary services across retail, residential and commercial markets.

Now more than three decades into its story, City remains rooted in the core values established by the now Lord and Lady Haughey and remains passionate about sharing its unparalleled professionalism, quality, customer service and value with partners around the globe.

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