Falconer

Rentokil Falconer

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

We are currently seeking a Falconer to join our dedicated team at the Alness branch, covering the area from Stirling to Highlands. Whether you are already trained or looking for training opportunities, if you have a passion for working with birds and solving unique customer problems in person, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Why Join Rentokil?

• Competitive Salary Package: Start with a basic salary of £25,705 per annum, plus £240 per month for caring for the birds on your own time.
• Expected OTE: £30,000 per annum, with bonus and commission schemes available.
• Benefits: Company vehicle, fuel card, mobile phone, uniform, and RI Rewards.
• Relocation Package: Moving from more than 2 hours away? We may offer up to £5,000 to help you settle in.
• 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: Receive top-notch training to support our customers’ pest control needs.

The Role

As a Falconer, you will be responsible for the care and handling of birds, specifically focusing on falconry duties. Key responsibilities include:

• Caring for and handling live birds, primarily focusing on falconry duties.
• Housing and maintaining an aviary on your premises, providing a suitable environment for the birds.
• Conducting regular feeding and cleaning routines for the birds under your care.
• Collaborating with the team to ensure the health and well-being of the birds, including veterinary care when necessary.
• Performing routine training exercises to maintain the birds' physical and mental fitness.
• Following safety protocols and maintaining a high level of professionalism in all interactions with the birds and other team members.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation related to the birds' health, activities, and training progress.
• During the egg and nest season (May to August), be available to work on weekends to assist with nesting activities.

Requirements:

• Passion for working with birds and a strong interest in falconry.
• Ability to house and maintain an aviary on your own premises, meeting the birds' needs.
• Comfortable working closely with live animals and following proper handling procedures.
• Strong dedication to animal welfare and ensuring the birds' well-being.
• Excellent observational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• You may be required to pass a DBS check depending on the role you have applied for

Benefits:

• Additional opportunities to earn more with regular bonus and commission schemes.
• Access to a company vehicle and fuel card.
• Salary grading system - linked to performance for those keen to develop their career within our business.
• Opportunity to contribute to a Private Healthcare scheme.
• Enrolment in our company pension scheme.
• Exciting discounts and cashback offers from over 3,000 retailers with RI Rewards.
• Overtime opportunities - potential to earn extra in overtime to meet the needs of our customers.
• Uncapped leads commission - although this isn’t a sales job, we appreciate and reward you for passing on sales leads.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - free to access and available 24/7 to you, your family, and friends.
• Long service recognition - includes an extra five days of annual leave entitlement after five years of service.
• Refer a Friend - earn up to £1,000 for referring someone to work for Rentokil Initial.

A Company Putting “People First”

Rentokil Initial (FTSE100) is one of the largest business services companies in the world, operating in over 90 countries and providing services that protect people and enhance lives. Rentokil is the world’s leading commercial pest control services provider, Initial is the world’s leading commercial hygiene services provider, and Ambius is the world’s leading provider of plants and scenting.

As a business, we focus on the Right People, doing the Right Things, and in the Right Way. We invest a lot of time and money in training and developing all our colleagues to be the best they can be, and we are always looking for talented and driven people to join our Rentokil Initial Family.

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