Graduate Management Programme - Hygiene

Kickstart Your Career in Hygiene Management

Rentokil Specialist Hygiene is hiring ambitious graduates for its Croydon branch. No prior experience is required as comprehensive, industry-leading training is provided. Join the team and start a rewarding career where development is a top priority.

Why Choose Rentokil?

• Competitive Salary & Benefits: Earn a starting salary of £26,655 per annum plus £2K shift allowance, £2k London weighting, plus bonuses and commission (OTE up to £38,000). Benefits include a company vehicle, fuel card, mobile phone, uniform, and company discounts.
• Relocation Support: Up to £5,000 is offered to help with relocation if moving over 2 hours away.
• Work-Life Balance: A full-time, Monday-Friday schedule (40-hour week) with opportunities for overtime and increased earnings.
• Industry-Leading Training: Start as a Hygiene Technician and gain comprehensive training in technical, sales, and management skills, including Level 1 and 2 hygiene qualifications and BESCA certification.
• Career Progression: After 6-12 months, there are opportunities for Supervisory or Sales roles, based on performance and availability.

The Graduate Management Role

Begin your Graduate journey as a Specialist Hygiene Technician with a 6-12 month training plan covering a defined geographical area. As a Specialist Hygiene Technician, you will:

• Deliver essential hygiene services to a variety of clients.
• Respond to emergency hygiene needs and participate in an on-call rota.
• Provide expert advice and professional service to clients.
• Gain hands-on experience in biohazard cleaning, flood clean-up, infection control, and more.
• Work towards Level 1 and 2 qualifications in hygiene, plus a BESCA certification in Air or Grease Hygiene.

After your first 6-12 months, you’ll have the opportunity to shape your career path with potential Supervisory or Sales opportunities. This is based on performance and availability of roles.

You’ll be backed up by an internal promotion model. Rentokil Initial encourages people to build their own careers, providing support and training to progress.

Requirements

• Minimum 2.2 degree in a BSc or a BA in Management/Hospitality/Logistics/Environmental Health degree.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong work ethic and customer service skills.
• Flexibility to meet business needs.
• Willingness to undergo a DBS check (if required).

Benefits

• Salary grading system linked to performance.
• Opportunity to contribute to a Private Healthcare scheme.
• Enrolment in the company pension scheme.
• RI Rewards offering discounts and cashback from over 3,000 retailers.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Leads Commission scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - free to access and available 24/7.
• Long service recognition (extra five days of annual leave after five years).
• Refer a Friend scheme (earn up to £1,000).

Application Information

Rentokil Initial values innovation and encourages applicants to show their true passion and understanding of the role. A personal touch will help you stand out.

Rentokil Initial (FTSE100) is a global leader in pest control, hygiene, and plant care, operating across 90+ countries. The company invests heavily in training and innovation to provide a supportive, environmentally conscious work environment.

Rentokil Specialist Hygiene experts provide rapid and empathetic responses to challenging hygiene issues, using the best technology and specialist cleaning techniques. The company is committed to sustainability and minimising the use of harmful chemicals.

Apply today to start an exciting career with Rentokil Specialist Hygiene!

Rentokil Initial is an equal opportunities employer.