Rentokil Initial Group
Hygiene Service Technician.
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Rentokil Specialist Hygiene Technician
About the Role
Join our team and make a difference! We are currently seeking a Specialist Hygiene Technician to join our dedicated team at the Croydon branch, covering the South West and South East London. No prior experience is required—we provide comprehensive, industry-leading training! 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?
Here’s what we offer:
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Competitive Salary Package:
- Basic salary: £26,655 per annum plus a £2,000 yearly allowance.
- Expected OTE (On-Target Earnings): £35,000+ per annum, with bonuses and commission schemes available.
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Benefits Package:
- Company vehicle
- Fuel card
- Mobile phone
- Uniform
- RI Rewards (exciting discounts and cashback from over 3,000 retailers).
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Relocation Support: Moving from more than 2 hours away? We offer up to £5,000 to help you settle in.
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Work-Life Balance: Full-time, permanent role (Monday to Friday, 40-hour week), with the potential to work up to 48 hours in the future (increased salary applicable).
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Industry-Leading Training: Receive expert training to support our customers’ needs. Relevant qualifications can enhance your grading and financial remuneration.
The Hygiene Technician Role
In this role, you will provide a range of hygiene cleaning services across diverse environments, including:
- Biohazard cleaning
- Flood water damage clean-up
- Infection control
- Police and prison cell cleaning
- Sharps removals
- Trauma and crime scene cleaning
- Some technical cleaning (factory cleans, high-level cleaning, silo cleaning), all fully supported by training
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Key Responsibilities:
- Work reactively in a fast-paced, dynamic business where tasks can change weekly.
- Operate as part of an on-call rota (paid at an enhanced rate).
- Offer valuable advisory services to customers where required.
- Provide exceptional customer service while upholding high professional standards.
- Hold a full UK driving licence for more than 2 years, with no more than 6 penalty points.
- Ability to work flexibly to meet business needs.
- Capability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
Requirements & Criteria
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Self-motivated, reliable, and proactive individual.
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Have excellent customer service and communication skills.
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Capable of flexible working to support business priorities.
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No formal experience needed (full training provided).
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Possible DBS check depending on the specific role.
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Additional opportunities:
- Access to company vehicle and fuel card.
- Salary grading system based on performance for career development.
- Contributions to Private Healthcare scheme and company pension.
- Overtime opportunities for extra earnings.
- Uncapped leads commission (rewarded for passing on sales leads, though not a sales role).
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) (free, 24/7 access for you, your family, and friends).
- Long-serving perks, including 5 extra annual leave days after 5 years.
- Refer a Friend programme (earn up to £1,000 for referrals).
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About Rentokil Initial
Rentokil Initial (FTSE100 company) is one of the world’s largest business services firms, operating in 90+ countries, and is committed to protecting people and enhancing lives. We specialise in:
- Pest control (world's leading provider)
- Hygiene services (world’s largest commercial provider)
- Plants and scenting solutions (through Ambius)
We believe in putting "People First"—focusing on hiring the Right People, invest in training, and creating opportunities for development. Join our Rentokil Initial Family and be part of our mission to help customers thrive.
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