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Pest Controller

ANZSCO 841913

Employed

6,100

Part-time share

32%

Female share

6%

Median age

45 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Pest Controller is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Certificate IV in Urban Pest Management and Certificate III in Urban Pest Management.

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About this career

Pest Controllers apply pest management techniques to control invertebrate and insect pests inside and outside domestic, commercial and industrial premises.

What they typically do

  • Ascertains nature and extent of pest to be eradicated.
  • Sprays chemicals or lays appropriate bait, wears protective clothing if applicable.
  • May make follow-up visits to ensure eradication has been completed.

States and territories

Share of workers by location

QLD
32.3%
NSW
28.7%
VIC
15.4%
WA
11.3%
SA
8.8%
TAS
1.3%
NT
1.2%
ACT
1%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Pest Controller.

  • Certificate IV in Urban Pest Management

    CPP41619 · AQF 4 · 3 providers

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  • Certificate III in Urban Pest Management

    CPP30119 · AQF 3 · 18 providers

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