Business and Science Graduate Scheme

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 Erith, Thamesmead, Belvedere and Woolwich Area. Full training provided, no experience necessary. Apply now!

We are currently seeking a Graduate Pest Control Technician to join our dedicated team covering Erith, Thamesmead, Belvedere and Woolwich. 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.
• 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. Key responsibilities include:

• 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 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.

Qualifications & 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 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.
• Exciting 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.
• 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 - includes 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.

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