Business & Science: Graduate Scheme

Rentokil Initial Careers; Greenwich; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pest control company is seeking a Graduate Pest Control Technician in Greenwich. This role offers training with no prior experience needed. Enjoy a competitive salary starting at £29,848 per annum and the opportunity for career progression within the pest control industry. You will enjoy solving problems and providing excellent customer service while hiking your career in an engaging environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Company vehicle

Relocation package up to £5,000

Industry-leading training

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• A minimum 2.2 degree in a science/BSc related subject including Social Science, or a BA in Business Management, Hospitality or Tourism.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Flexibility with working patterns to support business needs.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting customer premises for signs of pests.
• Cleaning and removing evidence of pest behaviour.
• Providing exceptional customer service and maintaining a professional image.

Skills

Customer service

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Education

Minimum 2.2 degree in a science/BSc or BA in Business Management

Tools

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Job description

Overview

Rentokil Pest Control - Graduate Pest Control Technician

Join Our Team and Make a Difference! Enjoy problem-solving and helping customers? Become a Graduate Pest Control Technician with Rentokil in London. Full training provided, no experience necessary. Apply now!

We are currently seeking a Graduate Pest Control Technician to join our dedicated team covering the Bermondsey, Deptford, Blackheath, Greenwich and surrounding areas. Successful individuals in this role have included graduates with a science-based, business management or social science degree. If you're looking for a company that prioritises colleague development, this could be the job for you!

Why Join Rentokil?

• Competitive Salary Package: Start with a basic salary of £29,848 per annum
• Expected OTE: £34,000 per annum, with bonus and commission schemes available
• Benefits: Company vehicle, fuel card, mobile phone, uniform, and RI Rewards
• Relocation Package: Up to £5,000 to help you settle in if relocating from more than 2 hours away
• Work-Life Balance: Full-time, permanent role, Monday to Friday (40 hr week), with potential for up to 48 hours in the future with an increased salary
• Industry-Leading Training: Receive top-notch training to support our customers' pest control needs

Graduate Pest Control Technician Role

You will start as a Pest Control Technician, with your initial 6-12 months dedicated to covering a specific geographical area. You'll provide invaluable support to customers by resolving their pest control issues while receiving comprehensive industry-recognised training.

• Inspecting customer premises for signs of pests and identifying potential risks
• Swiftly tackling pest problems by cleaning and removing evidence of pest behaviour
• Offering valuable advice to customers on the maintenance and hygiene of their premises
• Completing accurate reports after every visit
• Providing exceptional customer service and upholding a professional image at all times

During the next 12-36 months, you will have an exciting opportunity to choose your career path from one of the following roles:

• Sales Surveyor
• Field Biologist
• Service Team Leader
• Key Account Manager

Rentokil offers you the platform to follow your own career path while constantly learning on the job and developing your career.

Requirements

• A minimum 2.2 degree in a science/BSc related subject including Social Science, or a BA in Business Management, Hospitality or Tourism
• A full UK driving licence
• A desire to work hard and have fun while meeting and interacting with customers daily
• Flexibility with working patterns to support business needs
• You may be required to pass a DBS check depending on the role you have applied for

Benefits

• Additional opportunities to earn more with regular bonus and commission schemes
• Access to a company vehicle and fuel card
• Salary grading system - linked to performance for those keen to develop their career within our business
• Opportunity to contribute to a Private Healthcare scheme
• Enrolment in our company pension scheme
• Discounts and cashback offers from over 3,000 retailers with RI Rewards
• Overtime opportunities - potential to earn extra in overtime to meet the needs of our customers
• Uncapped leads commission - not a sales job, but rewarding for passing on sales leads
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - free to access and available 24/7 to you, your family, and friends
• Long service recognition - extra five days of annual leave after five years of service
• Refer a Friend - earn up to £1,000 for referring someone to work for Rentokil Initial

Rentokil Initial (FTSE100) is one of the largest business services companies in the world, operating in over 90 countries. We are committed to creating a diverse working environment and to training and developing all our colleagues to be the best they can be.

Rentokil Initial are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse working environment. To find out how we process your data view our careers privacy policy here.

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