Business & Science: Graduate Scheme

Rentokil Graduate Pest Control Technician - Travelling RoleJoin Our Team and Make a Difference!Enjoy problem-solving and helping customers? Become a Pest Control Technician with Rentokil in England and Wales. Full training provided, no experience necessary. Apply now!We are currently seeking a Pest Control Technician to join our dedicated team of travelling Technicians, covering England and Wales. If you enjoy managing your own schedule and solving unique customer problems in person, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!Why Join Rentokil?Competitive Salary Package: Start with a basic salary of £26,733 per annum plus an inconvenience allowance of £5000 per annum due to travelling and staying away from home. Expected OTE: £32,000 per annum, with bonus and commission schemes availableBenefits: Company vehicle, fuel card, mobile phone, uniform, and RI RewardsWork-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 salaryIndustry-Leading Training: Receive top-notch training to support our customers' pest control needsGraduate Pest Control Technician Role:Our Graduate Pest Control Technicians joining our specialist hit squad supporting key branches across the UK, working on service improvement. You will be working within different branches across the UK, therefore, a commitment to working and staying away from home during your working week is required. You'll provide effective solutions for residential and commercial pest control, including rodent control, insect control, and bird control, ensuring excellent customer service while resolving pest problems Weekly Travel Pattern: Expect to travel to your hotel on Sunday, work in the assigned location Monday to Friday, and travel home on Friday, aiming to be back by 2-3 pm for end-of-week admin Nationwide Scope: While a lot of work is in London and the South East, locations could be anywhere in the UK, often requiring long-distance drives on Sundays and FridaysYou'll start as a Graduate Pest Control Technician, gaining invaluable frontline experience over 6-12 months. You'll receive world-class, industry-recognised training leading to a globally respected Pest Control Qualification - a valuable asset for your entire career! Key responsibilities include:Inspecting premises and identifying risksTackling pest problems effectivelyOffering expert advice on hygiene and preventionCompleting accurate reports & providing exceptional customer serviceBeyond the Field: Your Tailored Career Pathway & ProgressionThis travelling role offers unparalleled networking opportunities and typically leads to progression. After mastering your skills, the next 12-36 months unlock exciting opportunities to shape your own future within Rentokil Initial. Our structured development programme provides progression opportunities into diverse roles like:Sales SurveyorField BiologistService Team LeaderKey Account ManagerRentokil offers you the platform to follow your own career path while constantly learning on the job and developing your career.RequirementsGraduate Pest Control Technician Requirements:A minimum 2.2 degree in a science/BSc related subject including Social Science, or a BA in Business Management, Hospitality, or TourismA full UK driving licenceA desire to work hard and have fun while meeting and interacting with customers dailyFlexibility with working patterns to support business needsYou may be required to pass a DBS check depending on the role you have applied forBenefitsBenefits:Additional opportunities to earn more with regular bonus and commission schemesAccess to a company vehicle and fuel cardSalary grading system - linked to performance for those keen to develop their career within our businessOpportunity to contribute to a Private Healthcare schemeEnrolment in our company pension schemeExciting discounts and cashback offers from over 3,000 retailers with RI RewardsOvertime opportunities - potential to earn extra in overtime to meet the needs of our customersLeads Commission scheme available - although this isn't a sales job, we appreciate and reward you for passing on sales leadsEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP) - free to access and available 24/7 to you, your family, and friendsLong service recognition - includes an extra five days of annual leave entitlement after five years of serviceRefer a Friend - earn up to £1,000 for referring someone to work for Rentokil InitialA 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 a lot of time and money 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.Our Social LinksWebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramRentokil 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