Casual Labourer

Bugalugs Pest Control | Canberra & ACT Region

About Us

Bugalugs Pest Control is a trusted, locally owned company providing high-quality, eco-friendly pest management solutions across Canberra and the ACT. We’re known for our friendly team, commitment to safety for families and pets, and our focus on delivering reliable, personalized service.

The Role

We’re seeking a physically fit and motivated Casual Labourer to assist our technicians with perimeter trenching around buildings for termite and pest management. This hands-on, outdoor role is ideal for someone who enjoys physical work, values safety, and wants to be part of a supportive team. The role has some flexibility to timing of shifts and will provide minimum of 3 hours to maximum 38 hours per week, rostered as required, and with notice provided.

Key Responsibilities

Manual digging and soil removal to create perimeter trenches around homes and commercial buildings

Assisting pest control technicians in preparing sites for both chemical and non-chemical treatments, always prioritising safety for people, pets, and gardens

Maintaining a tidy and hazard-free worksite, including clean-up after jobs

Identifying and reporting any site issues such as drainage concerns or restricted access

Correct and responsible use of supplied tools and safety equipment

Documenting work performed, including taking photos as needed

About You

Physically fit and comfortable with manual labour, including digging and lifting

Friendly, reliable, honest, and self-driven

Punctual and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety

Good communicator and team player, willing to follow instructions and ask questions when unsure

Experience in labouring, landscaping, or construction is highly regarded, but not essential

Must have own reliable transport to reach job sites across Canberra/ACT

White Card or relevant construction induction training is an advantage

A current or willing to obtain a Working With Vulnerable People card

What We Offer

Flexible, casual hours to fit your lifestyle

Supportive, friendly local team environment

On-the-job training provided

No prior pest control experience required

All tools, PPE, and safety gear supplied

Competitive hourly rate

Opportunity to work for a business that genuinely cares about the safety of its customers, staff, and the environment

How to Apply Click “Apply Now” and attach your resume, or email your contact details and a brief summary of your experience to [email protected]. For any questions, call us on 0428 425 847.

Help us keep Canberra homes and businesses safe, healthy, and pest-free—join the Bugalugs team today