Trainee Fumigation Technician
Dealey Environmental Ltd
BURY ST. EDMUNDS, IP31 1EW
Job Description
As a Trainee Fumigation Technician, you’ll be working on specialist operations to treat and protect commodities from insect infestation. That means getting hands-on in real environments, solving real problems, and learning a highly technical skillset that very few people have.
You’ll be part of a team that travels across East Anglia and the UK, carrying out fumigation work in a wide range of settings. Some days you’ll be local, other days you’ll be travelling further afield or staying away overnight.
The work is physical, varied, and highly regulated. It requires attention to detail, responsibility, and a strong safety mindset.
If you’re looking for something different, practical, and genuinely interesting, this is it.
What you’ll be doing
• Assisting with fumigation treatments on a range of commodities
• Learning how to identify insect activity and understand infestation risks
• Supporting site set-up, preparation, and safety procedures
• Handling equipment and materials in line with strict compliance standards
• Travelling to sites across the region and occasionally further afield
• Working closely with experienced technicians to build your knowledge
• Communicating with customers professionally on-site
• Following detailed processes to ensure safe and effective treatments
What we’re looking for
You don’t need previous experience, but you do need the right attitude.
• A genuine interest in agriculture, insect biology, or pest control
• Someone who is practical and enjoys hands-on work
• Willingness to learn and develop technical knowledge
• Strong work ethic, not someone who just wants to clock in and out
• Comfortable working in a physically demanding role
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow procedures
• A team player who can also take responsibility
• Confident speaking to customers and representing the company
What the role involves
• Regular travel across East Anglia and throughout the UK
• Occasional overnight stays
• Overtime and some out-of-hours work, especially during busy periods
• Seasonal peaks where workloads increase
• Working in a safety-critical and highly compliant environment
Training and development
We invest heavily in our people.
• Full training provided from day one
• Clear pathway to industry-recognised qualifications
• Ongoing development with experienced and technically skilled colleagues
• Opportunity to build a specialist career in fumigation
Why join us
• We are an industry leader in fumigation
• You’ll be part of a highly skilled, knowledgeable team
• The work is varied, technical, and genuinely interesting
• Strong company culture built around growth, support, and doing things properly
• Real long-term career opportunities in a specialist field
Who this is perfect for
• School or college leavers looking for a hands-on career
• People interested in agriculture, science, or environmental work
• Anyone who wants to learn a specialist skill rather than do a routine job
Salary
£29,741.40
Attendance
Mon-Fri, with occasional weekend work
Hours
45 per week
How to apply
info@dealey.co.uk