The posting, in Rentokil Initial's own words
archived Oct 21, 2026Join the Global Leader, Right Here in Malaysia For over 50 years, Rentokil Initial has been the brand Malaysians trust. We are the premier name in the pest control and hygiene services industry, dedicated to protecting people, enhancing lives, and preserving our planet. We are looking for a results-driven, people-focused Branch Operations Manager (BOM) to lead our branch team, drive operational quality, and champion service delivery across the region. If you thrive on leading high-performing teams, optimizing daily operations, and making a real impact on customer satisfaction and safety every single day, this is your opportunity to build a rewarding career with an international market leader. Position Summary The Branch Operations Manager (BOM) is responsible for the overall operational performance of the branch and serves as the primary operational owner for daily service delivery. Reporting directly to the Branch Manager, this role translates business strategies into operational execution by leading Service Managers and Supervisors to deliver safe, efficient, customer-focused, and profitable operations. The BOM drives operational excellence through effective planning, KPI management, people leadership, operational governance, and continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with company policies and standards.
In this role you will be responsible for:
1. Operations Management Lead and oversee daily branch operations to ensure service commitments are delivered safely, efficiently, and on time. Manage manpower deployment, route optimisation, scheduling, and resource allocation. Coordinate operational activities across Service Managers and Service Supervisors. Monitor daily operational performance and resolve operational issues promptly. Ensure operational readiness to support business growth and customer requirements. 2. Operational Planning Develop weekly and monthly operational plans aligned with business priorities. Forecast manpower and operational resource requirements. Optimise technician deployment and route efficiency. Ensure sufficient operational capacity to meet customer commitments 3. KPI & Performance Management
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Drive achievement of branch operational KPIs including:
Service Achievement (SOS) Customer Complaints Customer Retention Productivity Ghost Visit Repeat Call-Outs Technician Productivity Overtime Control Service Report Quality Conduct weekly and monthly operational performance reviews. Develop and monitor action plans to improve operational performance. 4. Customer Service Excellence Lead operational investigations and service recovery for customer complaints within delegated authority. Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for recurring operational issues. Implement Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to minimise recurrence. Support major customer escalations and recommend appropriate recovery plans. Partner with Sales and Customer Care to improve customer experience and retention. 5. People Leadership Lead, coach, and develop Service Managers and Service Supervisors. Build a high-performing and accountable operations culture. Conduct regular coaching sessions, field observations, and performance reviews. Identify development needs and implement coaching plans. Support recruitment, onboarding, succession planning, and employee engagement. 6. Service Quality & Compliance Ensure compliance with operational SOPs, treatment standards, and company policies. Monitor service quality through audits, inspections, and field coaching. Maintain accurate operational documentation and reporting. Drive operational consistency and service excellence across the branch. 7. Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) Ensure compliance with company SHE policies and statutory requirements. Lead investigations into incidents, near misses, and operational risks. Monitor PPE compliance, vehicle safety, chemical handling, and workplace safety. Ensure corrective actions from audits and investigations are implemented. Promote a proactive safety culture throughout the operations team. 8. Operational Governance Serve as the primary operational escalation point for branch operational matters. Ensure operational policies, procedures, and controls are consistently implemented. Monitor operational risks and compliance requirements. Ensure branch readiness for internal and external audits. Lead daily operational meetings, weekly KPI reviews, and monthly operational performance meetings. 9. Financial & Resource Management Monitor operational expenses including overtime, chemical consumption, and resource utilisation. Identify opportunities to improve productivity and operational efficiency. Ensure effective management of branch vehicles, equipment, warehouse, and inventory. Recommend cost improvement initiatives to the Branch Manager. 10. Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, productivity, and service quality. Lead process improvement and standardisation initiatives within branch operations. Promote digital tools and operational best practices. Share operational best practices across the branch. 11. Stakeholder Collaboration Work closely with Sales, Customer Care, SHE, HR, Finance, and other support functions to achieve branch operational objectives. Support operational discussions with customers when required. Foster effective communication and collaboration across departments.