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Safeguard Pest Control has appointed Andrew Simpson as its new managing director.
Andrew, 55, joined the Kent-based business, which is part of Orkin UK, at the start of January and will be focussing on consolidating the company’s steady expansion over recent years.
Founded in 1987, Safeguard Pest Control provides a comprehensive range of pest management services to businesses throughout the country, including contract, one-off and preventive measures for pest and bird problems.
Andrew has over 30 years’ experience working in facilities management and client facing roles with Cannon, ISS and Bidvest.
During Covid he was closely involved with the NHS Nightingale Hospital at the ExCel London, where he was responsible for the set-up and maintenance of cleaning operations to ensure that the risk of staff being infected was minimal.
On taking up his new role, Andrew commented: “I’m delighted to be joining Safeguard and Orkin UK at a time when the group is actively expanding. My experience in facilities management has shown me that many businesses undervalue pest control, as our work often goes unseen until there is a problem that needs urgent action. I’m keen to help ensure the importance of the service we provide to organisations is properly understood and appreciated.”
Welcoming Andrew to Orkin UK, managing director Kristian Dales said: “I wish Andrew every success in his new role. His experience of facilities management gives him great insight into how our customers work and what value-added services we can provide to them.”
Outside of work, Andrew lives in Chessington with his partner and children. He enjoys travel and is planning to walk Peru’s Inca Trail later this year. He also has a passion for American Hot Rod cars.
Safeguard is one of Orkin UK Service’s five principal brands: the other four being Albany Pest Control, Beaver Pest Control, Guardian Legionella Services and NBC Environment.
Since 2016, Orkin UK Services has been expanding its reach and expertise through strategic acquisitions. The combined businesses of Orkin UK make it the second largest pest control and legionella business in the country.
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