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  • Pest Control Technician
    Pest Control Technician
    17 hours ago
    £14–£17 hourly
    Full-time
    Hornchurch

    Pests R Us Ltd is a growing pest control company providing professional pest management services to domestic, commercial and public-sector clients across London and the surrounding areas. We are looking for a reliable, hardworking and customer-focused Pest Control Technician to join our team. This is a practical and varied role. No two days are the same, and you will visit a range of properties, identify pest problems, carry out treatments and provide customers with professional advice to prevent problems from returning. The ideal candidate will be someone who enjoys working independently, solving problems and dealing with customers professionally. Key Responsibilities • Attend scheduled domestic and commercial pest control appointments., • Investigate pest activity and identify the cause and extent of infestations., • Identify common pests including rats, mice, cockroaches, bed bugs, fleas, ants, wasps, flies and other nuisance pests., • Carry out pest control treatments safely and effectively using approved methods and products., • Set, inspect and maintain traps, bait stations and monitoring equipment., • Carry out follow-up visits and assess the effectiveness of treatments., • Identify potential pest entry points, harbourage areas and contributing factors., • Provide customers with clear advice and recommendations to prevent future infestations., • Complete treatment reports, photographs and job records accurately., • Communicate with the office regarding completed jobs, follow-up requirements and customer issues., • Maintain pest control equipment, PPE and company vehicles in a clean and professional condition., • Follow all company health & safety, COSHH and pest-control procedures., • Maintain a professional appearance and attitude when representing Pests R Us., • Build positive relationships with customers and site managers., • Identify opportunities for additional pest-control, proofing or preventative work where appropriate. Types of Properties You may work across a wide variety of environments, including: • Restaurants and food businesses, • Schools and nurseries, • Offices, • Residential properties, • Hotels and accommodation, • Property-management sites, • Shops and commercial premises, • Warehouses, • Construction sites, • Public-sector buildings, • Communal areas and external grounds Skills & Experience Essential: • Reliable and punctual., • Professional attitude and good work ethic., • Good communication and customer-service skills., • Practical and confident approach to problem-solving., • Ability to work independently and manage a daily schedule., • Good attention to detail., • Comfortable working in different environments and weather conditions., • Physically capable of carrying equipment, climbing stairs and working in confined or awkward areas., • Basic smartphone skills for completing job reports and uploading photographs., • Appropriate driving/riding entitlement for the vehicle being used. Desirable: • Previous pest control experience., • BPCA or RSPH pest-control qualification., • Commercial pest-control experience., • Knowledge of COSHH and safe pesticide use., • Experience with digital job-management or CRM systems., • Experience in proofing, bird control or other property maintenance work. Driving & Motorcycle Licence Because the role involves travelling between customer sites, applicants must have a suitable means of travelling to work locations. A full UK driving licence is preferred. Applicants who use a motorcycle or scooter are also welcome. A valid CBT with the appropriate motorcycle entitlement or a full motorcycle licence is acceptable where applicable. Any motorcycle/scooter used for work must have appropriate business-use insurance and comply with all legal requirements. Personal Qualities The successful candidate will be: • Reliable and trustworthy, • Hardworking and motivated, • Friendly and approachable, • Professional when dealing with customers, • Practical and good at solving problems, • Comfortable working alone, • Organised and able to manage their time, • Willing to learn new skills, • Confident using technology, • Presentable and respectful of customers’ homes and businesses Training & Development Previous pest-control experience is beneficial but not essential for the right candidate. Training can be provided to the successful applicant, including company procedures, pest identification, treatment methods, health and safety and customer service. There will also be opportunities to develop additional skills in areas such as: • Rodent control, • Insect control, • Bed bug treatment, • Bird control, • Pest-proofing, • Bird-proofing installations, • Commercial pest management, • Rope-access/property maintenance work What We Offer • Competitive salary/rates of pay., • Full training and ongoing development., • Company equipment and PPE., • Company vehicle where applicable., • Varied domestic and commercial work., • Regular work with established customers., • Opportunity to earn additional income through performance and additional work., • Career progression within a growing company., • Opportunity to develop specialist pest-control and property-maintenance skills., • Support from an experienced management team. Progression As Pests R Us continues to grow, there will be opportunities for the right person to take on additional responsibility. Potential progression could include: Pest Control Technician → Senior Technician → Team Leader → Operations/Field Supervisor There may also be opportunities to specialise in commercial pest management, bird control, proofing and property maintenance. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who doesn’t simply want to turn up, complete a job and leave. The ideal candidate will take pride in their work, care about the customer experience and want to develop their skills as the company grows. If you are practical, reliable, motivated and enjoy solving problems, we would like to hear from you. Apply now to join Pests R Us Ltd and become part of a growing professional pest-control team.

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  • HGV Class 2 Driver
    HGV Class 2 Driver
    7 days ago
    £16–£18.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Stanmore

    Full job description To be employed in this role you must have held a HGV Class 2 Licence for at least 24 months, and have no more than 6 points on your licence. About the Role Our driving team has an important front-line role in maintaining our success and reputation. We are in the confidential waste management sector and provide onsite services for a number of our clients. This role is of course about safe driving, but it's also about delivering excellent customer service to our stores! You'll be responsible for: • Carrying out driver checks before you start the engine., • Report any defects to the operations team., • The route start times can vary day to day so flexibility is key. The route is also a multidrop and can vary in number of drops per day., • Carrying out collections in the most efficient way possible – our regional planning team are working hard behind the scenes to ensure our routes are scheduled in the most efficient way possible., • Time management is key, but always safely, making sure our reputation for excellence includes driving! About You Excellent service calls for high personal standards amongst the whole team. You'll be a careful and considerate driver who's willing to go the extra mile both on and off the roads. You'll be naturally friendly, helpful and want to get stuck in, working with your team to deliver great results. Requirements: • You must possess a Category C or HGV 2 licence + current drivers CPC together with a digital tachograph., • Be physically active due to the nature of the role and have the ability to lift bags weighing up to 30kgs, • A clear CRB check Monday to Friday: 40 - 55 hours per week Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £16.00-£18.00 per hour Benefits: • Company pension, • Free parking, • On-site parking Experience: • Driving a Goods Vehicle: 2 years (required) Licence/Certification: • Driver CPC (required) Work Location: On the road

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  • Luxury Sales Assistant
    Luxury Sales Assistant
    1 month ago
    £13.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    About Us Driven by exploration and innovation, Shackleton is built on the values of polar titan Sir Ernest Shackleton and exists to inspire, prepare and equip individuals for the challenge. Informed by world-class polar expertise, the apparel range includes high-performance down jackets, heritage-inspired knitwear and expedition-grade parkas, engineered for extreme environments. Shackleton Challenges deliver unique expedition experiences in some of the world’s most spectacular and extreme locations. Meticulously planned, the Challenges aim to have a transformational impact, developing a participant's physical, mental and emotional capabilities and outlook on life. About the Role After four successful seasonal pop-ups in Central London, Shackleton’s first ever full time store opened in October 2023 in London’s West End. We are looking for experienced retail assistants with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service. The successful individuals need to be able to confidently communicate both the luxury and performance aspects of the brand as well as its unique heritage and back story, inspired by the life and achievements of Sir Ernest Shackleton. The successful candidates will play a pivotal role in ensuring the store’s success across the following parameters: • Creating and delivering an exceptional brand experience, • Delivering outstanding customer service, • Sharing expert knowledge in expedition apparel, • Sharing expert knowledge in the outdoors and extreme travel, • Display and merchandising, ensuring a truly wow experience, • Sales of Shackleton products and expedition experiences, • Maintaining the highest of store standards in terms of cleanliness and merchandising, • Supporting and participating in store events, • Continuously elevating the store experience by supporting leadership with projects and brand initiatives, • Responding to both written and telephone customer enquiries through the company customer service portal About You • Proven track record and passion for customer service ideally in the luxury or performance sectors, • Familiar / experienced with outdoor experiences, travel and adventure, • Familiar with technical apparel / materials / construction / performance, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, • High personal standards, • Strong team player, • For the Challenge! Benefits • 25 days holiday with increases due to length of service, • Company sick pay and enhanced maternity and paternity pay, • Company pension contribution of 3%, • Team Discount, • Friends and Family Discount NO AGENCIES PLEASE Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: • Company pension, • Enhanced maternity leave, • Sick pay, • Store discount Education: • GCSE or equivalent (preferred) Experience: • Retail sales: 2 years (preferred), • customer service: 2 years (preferred) Work Location: In person

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