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Business & Science: Graduate Scheme

Rentokil Initial
£27,669 - £32,447
Derry/Londonderry

Expected closing date: Wednesday, 10 February 2027

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Start with a basic salary of £27,669 per annum, with an expected OTE of £32,447, including bonus and commission.
  • Full training provided for the Graduate Pest Control Technician role, with opportunities to progress into Sales Surveyor, Field Biologist, Service Team Leader, or Key Account Manager roles.
  • Requires a minimum 2.2 degree in a science, social science, business management, hospitality, or tourism related subject, and a full UK driving licence.
  • Full-time, permanent role based in Belfast, covering Derry/Londonderry and Strabane, with a Monday to Friday working pattern.
  • Benefits include a company vehicle, fuel card, mobile phone, uniform, and a relocation package of up to £5,000.

About the Role

Graduate Pest Control Technician

Join Rentokil Pest Control as a Graduate Pest Control Technician in the Belfast Branch, covering Derry/Londonderry and Strabane. This role is ideal for problem-solvers who enjoy helping customers. Full training is provided, and no prior experience is necessary.

What You'll Do:

  • Initial 6-12 Months: You will act as a Pest Control Technician, covering a specific geographical area and resolving customer pest control issues.
  • Key Responsibilities:
    • Inspect customer premises for pests and identify risks.
    • Address pest problems by cleaning and removing evidence.
    • Advise customers on maintenance and hygiene.
    • Complete accurate reports after each visit.
    • Provide excellent customer service.
  • Career Development (12-36 Months): Opportunity to choose a career path in one of the following areas:
    • Sales Surveyor
    • Field Biologist
    • Service Team Leader
    • Key Account Manager

Rentokil offers a platform for continuous learning and career development.

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, interact with customers, and have fun.
  • Flexibility with working patterns.
  • May require a DBS check.

Benefits:

  • Salary: Basic salary of £27,669 per annum, with an expected OTE of £32,447 per annum through bonus and commission schemes.
  • Company Vehicle & Fuel Card: Access to a company vehicle and fuel card.
  • Work-Life Balance: Full-time, permanent role, Monday to Friday (40 hr week), with potential for up to 48 hours in the future with increased salary.
  • Training: Industry-leading training provided.
  • Relocation: Potential relocation package of up to £5,000 for those moving more than 2 hours away.
  • Additional Earnings: Opportunities for bonus, commission, and overtime.
  • Other Benefits: Mobile phone, uniform, RI Rewards (discounts and cashback), Private Healthcare scheme (optional), company pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and long service recognition (extra annual leave).
  • Referral Bonus: Earn up to £1,000 for referring a friend.