Business & Science: Graduate Scheme

targetjobs UK; Whitchurch; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pest control company is seeking a Graduate Pest Control Technician in Whitchurch to deliver exceptional service. The role offers industry-leading training and supports career progression. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and a full driving license. Benefits include a competitive salary, company vehicle, and opportunities for bonuses and commissions. Join us to start your career in pest control.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Mobile phone

Overtime opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Minimum 2.2 degree in relevant subjects including Social Science or Business Management.
• Full UK driving license required.
• Desire to engage with customers and problem-solve.

Responsibilities

• Inspect customer premises for pest signs and risks.
• Tackle pest problems effectively.
• Advise customers on maintenance and hygiene practices.
• Complete reports after visits.
• Provide exceptional customer service.

Skills

Problem-solving

Customer interaction

Flexibility

Education

Degree in a science/BSc related subject or BA in Business Management

Tools

Company vehicle

Mobile phone

Job description

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Enjoy problem-solving and helping customers? Become a Graduate Pest Control Technician with Rentokil in Whitchurch, Nantwich, Ellesmere and surrounding areas. Full training provided; no experience necessary. Apply now!

We are currently seeking a Graduate Pest Control Technician to join our dedicated team covering Whitchurch, Nantwich, Ellesmere 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 £26,733 per annum.
• Expected OTE: £31,000 per annum, with bonus and commission schemes available.
• Benefits: company vehicle, fuel card, mobile phone, uniform, and RI Rewards.
• Relocation package: moving from more than 2 hours away? We may offer up to £5,000 to help you settle in.
• Work-life balance: full-time, permanent role, Monday to Friday (40-hour week), with potential for up to 48 hours in the future with an increased salary.
• Industry-leading 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 will provide invaluable support to customers by resolving their pest control issues while receiving comprehensive, industry-recognised training.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect customer premises for signs of pests and identify potential risks.
• Swiftly tackle pest problems by cleaning and removing evidence of pest behaviour.
• Offer advice to customers on the maintenance and hygiene of their premises.
• Complete accurate reports after every visit.
• Provide exceptional customer service and uphold a professional image at all times.
  
  

Career Progression Options (12–36 Months)

• 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.
• Ability to pass a DBS check depending on the role.
  
  

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.
• Opportunity to contribute to a private healthcare scheme.
• Enrolment in our company pension scheme.
• Exciting discounts and cashback offers from over 3,000 retailers with RI Rewards.
• Overtime opportunities to meet the needs of our customers.
• Uncapped leads commission—although this isn’t a sales job, we appreciate and reward you 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, including an extra five days of annual leave entitlement after five years of service.
• Refer a Friend—earn up to £1,000 for referring someone to work for Rentokil Initial.
  
  

A Company Putting “People First”

Rentokil Initial (FTSE100) is one of the largest business services companies in the world, operating in over 90 countries and providing services that protect people and enhance lives. Rentokil is the world’s leading commercial pest control services provider, Initial is the world’s leading commercial hygiene services provider, and Ambius is the world’s leading provider of plants and scenting.

As a business, we focus on the Right People, doing the Right Things, and in the Right Way. We invest significantly in training and developing all our colleagues to be the best they can be, and we are always looking for talented and driven people to join our Rentokil Initial family.

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