Business and Science Graduate Scheme

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Rentokil Graduate Pest Control Technician - Travelling Role

Join our team and make a difference. If you 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 seeking a Pest Control Technician to join our team of travelling Technicians, covering England and Wales. You will manage your own schedule and solve unique customer problems in person.

• Competitive
  
  Salary Package:
  
  basic salary of £26,733 per annum plus an inconvenience allowance of £5,000 per annum for travelling and staying away from home.
• Expected OTE: £32,000 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:
  Comprehensive training to support our customers' pest control needs.

Our Graduate Pest Control Technicians join our specialist team supporting key branches across the UK, working on service improvement. The role involves working across different branches, so a commitment to working away from home during the working week is required. You will provide effective solutions for residential and commercial pest control, including rodent, insect, and bird control, while delivering excellent customer service.

• Weekly Travel Pattern:
  Travel to your hotel on Sunday, work in the assigned location Monday to Friday, and return home on Friday, aiming to be back by 2–3 pm for end-of-week admin.
• Nationwide Scope:
  Work is often in London and the South East but could be anywhere in the UK, often requiring long-distance drives on Sundays and Fridays.

You will start as a Graduate Pest Control Technician, gaining frontline experience over 6–12 months. You will receive world-class training leading to a globally respected Pest Control Qualification.

Key responsibilities include:

• Inspecting premises and identifying risks
• Tackling pest problems effectively
• Offering expert advice on hygiene and prevention
• Completing accurate reports and providing exceptional customer service

This travelling role offers networking opportunities and typically leads to progression. After mastering your skills, the next 12–36 months unlock opportunities within Rentokil Initial, including:

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

Rentokil offers a platform to follow your own career path while continuously learning on the job.

• 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

• Bonus and commission opportunities
• Company vehicle and fuel card
• Salary progression linked to performance for career development
• Private healthcare scheme
• Enrollment in company pension scheme
• Discounts and cashback with RI Rewards
• Overtime opportunities to meet customer needs
• Leads commission scheme (not a sales role, but leads are rewarded)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – 24/7 access for you, your family, and friends
• Long service recognition – extra five days of annual leave after five years
• Refer a Friend – earn up to £1,000

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