Collections Officer

Peopleforce Recruitment Ltd; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Collections Officer to conduct drug and alcohol testing for various clients in dynamic environments. This part-time role offers flexible hours, requiring shifts during the day and weekends. Candidates must demonstrate strong attention to detail and have a valid driver’s license. Travel expenses are covered for client visits. The role promises continuous long-term engagement with full training provided.

Benefits

Full travel expenses covered

Flexible working hours

Training provided

Qualifications

• Candidates should be comfortable working independently and managing schedules effectively.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and are willing to travel.
• Preferred candidates should have previous experience in sample collection or healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Conduct drug and alcohol sample collections in line with industry standards.
• Ensure proper handling of samples to maintain chain-of-custody integrity.
• Represent the company professionally at all times.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Professionalism

Discretion

Ability to work independently

Job description

Collections Officer – Cambridge to Essex area

Peopleforce Recruitment are delighted to be supporting the expansion of one of their longstanding pharmaceutical / healthcare partners in search for a Toxicology Testing officer. This is a part time opportunity which requires a lot of flexibility as shifts run for 12 / 24-hour periods. You will be going out to visit the company’s clients and perform drug & alcohol tests on employees to ensure they are being safe and responsible at work. These can be in environments where safety is critical including factories, airports, manufacturing facilities and more. No two days are the same - it is a very exciting and dynamic role. The minimum you would be required to do is 1 day per week and 1 weekend in a month, however there is more work if you want it! This is still not to say this will ever be a full-time position - which we want to make clear.

Additionally, during days where you're on standby, you may get pre booked visits as well as call out visits.

We recruit for this role across the UK – please note if this role is being advertised in London you will be fully expensed of travel and provided an Oyster card, as well as taxi's / Ubers for later trips. Any other locations will require a driving license.

Key Responsibilities :

As a Collections Officer, you will :

• Conduct drug and alcohol sample collections in accordance with industry standards and company protocols.
• Ensure proper identification, labelling, and handling of samples to maintain chain-of-custody integrity.
• Adhere strictly to confidentiality and privacy policies while interacting with clients and test subjects.
• Travel to client sites or testing locations as needed (travel expenses covered, if applicable).
• Maintain accurate and timely records of sample collection and testing activities.
• Provide excellent customer service and represent the company professionally at all times.

Skills & Qualifications :

We are looking for candidates who :

• Have strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrate professionalism, discretion, and respect in all interactions.
• Are comfortable working independently and managing schedules effectively.
• Hold a valid driver’s license, personal vehicle and are willing to travel.
• Preferred] Have previous experience in sample collection, healthcare, or a related field.

FYI - In hours is 8-6pm and out of hours is 6pm-8am

• 22 per 24 hour period standby
• 14.50 per hour in hours rate
• 17 in hours call out rate
• 18 out hours pre booked visit
• 37.50 per hour out of hours rate

This role will be working on a continuous long-term basis with training fully provided. If you are interested please apply or contact Penny at Peopleforce Recruitment