Area Support Technician - Sussex and Kent

Vergo Pest Management Ltd; Ashford; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in pest management is seeking an Area Support Technician for Sussex and Kent. This role offers a pathway to management for experienced pest control technicians. Responsibilities include pest eradication, training technicians, and customer engagement. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and strong communication skills.

Benefits

London Weighting Allowance of £2,750

Contributory Pension Scheme

Bonus schemes

Company Vehicle

Healthcare cash plan

Life Assurance

WeCare employee assistance

Employee referral programme

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Over 2 years experience within pest control.
• Good communication skills written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Undertake general service work for the eradication and treatment of pests.
• Overseeing Training of new starters and existing technicians.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

BPCA Accredited Technician in Pest Control

RSPH Level 2 Award

Job description

Area Support Technician - Sussex and Kent

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Job Description

Vergo Pest Management Ltd are currently looking to recruit for a customer facing Area Support Technician to work in the Sussex and Kent area. This role offers a great opportunity for an experienced pest control technician, as a first step towards a management role in Vergo Pest Management Ltd. Experience and qualifications in the Pest Control field is essential for this role.

Job Description

Vergo Pest Management Ltd are currently looking to recruit for a customer facing Area Support Technician to work in the Sussex and Kent area. This role offers a great opportunity for an experienced pest control technician, as a first step towards a management role in Vergo Pest Management Ltd. Experience and qualifications in the Pest Control field is essential for this role.

You’ll be at the sharp end of our service for commercial and residential properties where you'll be visiting our customers across your area to make inspections and carry out treatments, as well as promoting additional work if the opportunity arises.

Plus you will provide training and support to technicians within the team as required, helping develop their skills and knowledge while also developing your own as a future manager.

Main duties

• Undertake general service work for the eradication and treatment of pests.
• Record all visits to customers via our smartphone app.
• Overseeing Training of new starters and existing technicians within the region
• Provide Technical Support on a day-to-day basis as well as supporting front line training for technicians.
• Provide support to the business in front line customer engagement.
• Maximise sales opportunities via self-sold and lead submission
• Help with the planning and implementation of the mobilisation of new large contracts.
• Support the Area Manager in maximising productivity across the region.
• Any other “ad hoc” duties as required by the needs of the business.
  
  

Essential criteria

• Full UK Drivers Licence
• BPCA Accredited Technician in Pest Control
• RSPH Level 2 Award
• Over 2 years experience within pest control
• Good communication skills written and verbal
• The ability to work effectively and independently with minimal supervision.
• To be methodical and systematic in your approach to work.
• Have excellent attention to detail
• Experience of carrying out all elements of rodent proofing work.
  
  

Preferred Criteria

• Previous supervisory/management experience is desirable but not essential.
  
  

Benefits

• London Weighting Allowance of £2,750* on top of basic salary
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Bonus schemes
• Company Vehicle
• Healthcare cash plan
• Life Assurance
• WeCare employee assistance, including 24/7 access to GP's, get fit programmes and retailer discounts
• Employee referral programme
• Long service awards, including your birthday off on us each year, after one year of service.
  
  

If you think you’d enjoy the challenge and variety Vergo Pest Management Ltd has to offer, please get in touch by sending your CV and covering Letter.

• Providing home location falls with in the specified area.
  
  

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Location

South East

Department

Operations - General Pest Control

Job Title

Area Support Technician - Sussex and Kent

Salary

£31,500 + £2,750 Regional Allowance

Experience

Pest Control, BPCA

City

Ashford

Country

United Kingdom

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

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  Information Technology

• Industries

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