Cleaner/Recycling Technician

alsglobal; Coventry; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25–30 days

8 public holidays

Buy additional leave

Perkbox membership

Learning/study support

Group Pension

Job summary

ALS is seeking a Cleaner/Recycling Technician to join a small, collaborative team at our site in the UK. The role focuses on maintaining a clean, safe environment across premises and supporting the processing of laboratory samples, glassware and recyclable waste.

Key duties include daily cleaning, floor care, canteen hygiene, and managing recycling streams with third-party contractors. The role offers full-time permanent employment with benefits and a 37-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning in lab or industrial environments desirable.
• Knowledge of health & safety regulations relevant to cleaning and laboratory settings.
• Reliable, thorough, conscientious with ability to work in a team or independently.

Responsibilities

• Clean the ALS premises daily, including floors, windows, and canteen.
• Handle recycling streams and waste processing in line with site procedures.
• Maintain hygienic conditions and perform cleaning checklists as required.
• Assist with lab glassware cleaning and handling of waste for recycling or disposal.
• Adhere to Health & Safety risk assessments at all times.

Skills

Cleaning

Health & Safety

Teamwork

Independent worker

Job description

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.

When you join us, you'll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.

Cleaner/Recycling Technician

We are looking for a reliable and conscientious Cleaner/Recycling Technician to join our team. Working collaboratively as part of a small team, you will help maintain a clean, safe and hygienic environment across the ALS premises, while also supporting the efficient processing of laboratory samples, glassware and recyclable waste.

About the Position

• Hours Per Week: 37
• Days Per Week: Monday to Thursday (08:00 - 16:00) and Friday (08:00 - 15:30)
• Basis: Full Time & Permanent
• Annual Salary: £25,877.80
• Hiring Manager: Christopher Watkins
• Closing Date: Thursday 17th September 2026

The Day to Day

• Working collaboratively as part of a small team responsible for cleaning the ALS premises.
• Sweeping and mopping floors daily, polishing and/or buffing floors where required.
• Checking toilet facilities twice daily, cleaning them as required and completing cleaning checklists after each session.
• Emptying office and laboratory bins daily and disposing of refuse appropriately for collection.
• Vacuuming carpets as required and removing spots and marks using appropriate cleaning products and equipment.
• Cleaning internal windows on a quarterly rotational basis.
• Cleaning the canteen daily to maintain a hygienic environment.
• Ensuring all cleaning equipment and products are stored neatly in the designated cupboards on each floor.
• Adhering to Health & Safety risk assessments at all times when carrying out duties.
• Rotating sample bottles and disposing of bottles after analysis.
• Ensuring the workstation and working environment are always clean and tidy.
• Washing glassware.
• Processing return samples.
• Processing waste for recycling or disposal.
• Monitoring and ensuring that all site recycling streams are followed.
• Compacting and baling recycling as required.
• Liaising with third-party waste and recycling contractors as required.

The Essentials

• An understanding of the correct use of appropriate cleaning products.
• Knowledge of colour-coded cleaning equipment and its use in different work areas.
• A clear understanding of Health & Safety requirements and their implications within a laboratory and office environment.
• A reliable, thorough and conscientious approach to work.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Our Benefits Include

• Annual Leave commencing at 25 days (rising to 30) plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part time)
• Ability to Buy annual leave.
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme
• 'Celebrating Success' Recognition Awards
• Perkbox membership providing access to discount vouchers and wellness hub.
• Learning/study support
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Car Parking on-site

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.

Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.

At ALS, you'll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us.

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.

Everyone Matters

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.