Build Your Career with Universal Pest Control
We're a family-owned Newcastle business with 20+ years of steady growth — and we're looking for good people to grow with us. If you're reliable, customer-focused and want a real career (not just a job), we'd love to hear from you.
Why Work With Us
A career worth having
We treat our team the way we treat our customers — with respect, honesty and genuine care.
Career Growth
We invest in your training and licensing. Many of our technicians grow into senior and leadership roles.
Job Security
20+ years of steady growth means stable, year-round work — not seasonal layoffs.
Company Vehicle
A fully maintained company vehicle for work use, equipped with everything you need.
Full Training Provided
Whether you're experienced or new to the industry, we provide full accreditation and ongoing training.
Work-Life Balance
Regular weekday hours with Saturday work available but optional. Family-friendly rosters.
Local & Family-Owned
Work for a respected local business that genuinely values its team — not a faceless corporate.
Current Opportunity
Pest Control Technician
Cardiff, NSW — servicing Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Hunter Valley, Maitland & Port Stephens
About the role
We're always looking for reliable, customer-focused people to join our team. You'll carry out pest treatments and termite inspections across residential and commercial properties, working independently in the field with full support from our office.
What you'll do
- Carry out general pest treatments, termite inspections and specialist pest services to company standards
- Provide honest, professional advice to customers on the day of service
- Maintain accurate service records and complete reporting
- Keep your vehicle and equipment clean and well-stocked
- Represent Universal Pest Control with professionalism and care at every job
What we're looking for
- Current NSW driver's licence
- Clean driving record
- Reliable, punctual and genuinely customer-focused
- Able to work independently in the field
- Pest management licence an advantage but not essential — full training provided for the right person
Apply Now
Interested? Get in touch.
Send us your details and a brief message about your experience. We'll be in touch for a confidential chat.
FAQ
Careers — your questions answered
What positions are available at Universal Pest Control?+
We're currently hiring Pest Control Technicians to service Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Hunter Valley, Maitland and Port Stephens. We're always interested in hearing from reliable, customer-focused people — even if there's no current vacancy listed, get in touch.
Do I need pest control experience to apply?+
No. A pest management licence is an advantage but not essential — we provide full accreditation and ongoing training for the right person. What matters most is reliability, a customer-focused attitude and a willingness to learn.
Is training provided?+
Yes. We provide full training and licensing support, whether you're experienced or new to the industry. You'll get ongoing professional development and technical coaching throughout your career with us.
What are the working hours?+
Regular weekday hours with Saturday work available but optional. We offer family-friendly rosters and a genuine work-life balance — not the long, unpredictable hours of some industries.
Is a company vehicle provided?+
Yes. You'll receive a fully maintained company vehicle for work use, equipped with everything you need to carry out your treatments efficiently and professionally.
What areas would I service?+
You'd service properties across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, the Hunter Valley, Maitland and Port Stephens from our base in Cardiff. We aim to keep your runs efficient and local where possible.
What are the requirements to apply?+
You'll need a current NSW driver's licence with a clean driving record, be reliable and punctual, genuinely customer-focused, and able to work independently in the field. A pest management licence is an advantage but not essential.
How do I apply?+
Use the application form on this page — send us your details and a brief message about your experience. We'll be in touch for a confidential chat. You can also call or email us directly.
What's the company culture like?+
We're a family-owned, local business that genuinely values its team. We treat our staff the way we treat our customers — with respect, honesty and care. You're not a number here; you're part of a team that's been growing together for over 20 years.
Is pest control a good career?+
Yes. Pest control offers stable, year-round work with genuine career progression. With our investment in your training and licensing, many of our technicians grow into senior and leadership roles. It's a career, not just a job.
What does a pest control technician do day to day?+
You'll carry out general pest treatments, termite inspections and specialist pest services across residential and commercial properties, provide honest professional advice to customers, maintain accurate service records, and represent Universal with professionalism and care at every job.
Are there opportunities for advancement?+
Yes. We invest in your training and licensing, and many of our technicians grow into senior and leadership roles. As a growing local business, there's real room to build a long-term career with us.