Initial Hygiene Technician | Dunedin

Rentokil Initial Group; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Rentokil Initial is seeking a hands-on Hygiene Service Technician to join our team in Dunedin. In this role, you will be out in the field delivering hygiene and cleaning services, helping customers solve problems and keeping their sites running smoothly.

We provide a work vehicle and value autonomy, strong customer interactions, and skills-based hiring. If you have the right skills, we want to hear from you and join our friendly, safety-conscious team.

Qualifications

• Full‑time, permanent work rights in NZ.
• Full, clean driver’s licence and a clean criminal record.
• Experience in cleaning or hygiene is a bonus.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload the service vehicle effectively to complete daily assignments
• Perform cleaning services in washrooms and public toilets according to job specifications and client policies
• Provide and maintain hygiene products, including toilet paper, paper towels, soap dispensers, sanitisers, sanitary bins and air fresheners
• Address hygiene risks and client concerns to enhance work environments
• Complete service reports to document services performed
• Provide exceptional customer service and maintain a professional demeanour at all times
• Stay aware of client needs and identify opportunities to improve service standards

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Time management

Attention to detail

Tech-savvy

Travel readiness

Self-motivation

Health and safety awareness

Job description

Calling all go-getters: Rentokil Initial wants you as a Hygiene Technician for Dunedin!

Rentokil Initial is looking for a hands‑on, self‑motivated Hygiene Service Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be out in the field delivering hygiene and cleaning services, helping customers solve problems and keeping their sites running smoothly. We provide a work vehicle that supports your daily travel, even if you're commuting from outside the district.

A great fit for someone who enjoys variety, autonomy, and great customer interactions.

We've implemented skills‑based hiring, which means we'll assess you on the actual skills needed for the job, making "no experience necessary" a reality. If you have the skills, we want to hear from you!

Key responsibilities:

• Load and unload the service vehicle effectively to complete daily assignments
• Perform cleaning services in washrooms and public toilets according to job specifications and client policies
• Provide and maintain hygiene products, including toilet paper, paper towels, soap dispensers, sanitisers, sanitary bins and air fresheners
• Address hygiene risks and client concerns to enhance work environments
• Complete service reports to document services performed
• Provide exceptional customer service and maintain a professional demeanour at all times
• Stay aware of client needs and identify opportunities to improve service standards

A successful candidate will have:

• Full‑time, permanent work rights in NZ
• Full, clean driver's licence and a clean criminal record
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Physically fit with a strong focus on health and safety
• Self‑motivated with great time management
• High attention to detail and pride in high standards
• Confident using mobile apps and technology
• Flexible to travel and stay away overnight if needed
• Cleaning or hygiene experience is a bonus

Candidates must hold permanent full working rights in New Zealand. Preferred applicants will undergo standard pre‑employment checks, including medical assessments, reference checks, and criminal history verification, adhering to Rentokil Initial standards.

About us:

Rentokil Initial operates in New Zealand under the brands Rentokil, Initial and Ambius. As an international business services company, we employ over 68,000 employees in over 80 countries, bursting with passion and pride to make a positive difference for our customers and communities.

We hold strong to our values of Service, Relationships and Teamwork. What truly sets us apart is our people. We are a friendly and supportive team, driven by a passion to help protect people, enhance lives and preserve our planet, every day.