Laboratory Cage Wash & Animal Facility Technician

Barrington James; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrington James is seeking a Laboratory Support Technician in London to support the day-to-day operation of its specialist animal facility. The role focuses on maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and animal welfare within a regulated laboratory environment.

The position involves hands-on work with cage washing equipment, following SOPs, biosecurity protocols and health and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in cage wash, laboratory cleaning, or animal facility is advantageous.
• Understanding of hygiene, disinfection and contamination control procedures.
• Comfortable with hands-on, physically demanding work.
• Reliable, organized with good attention to detail.
• Able to follow written procedures and work in a team.
• Strong commitment to health and safety and cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Operate cage washing equipment and cleaning machinery to clean and disinfect animal cages, racks, bottles and associated equipment.
• Ensure all equipment is cleaned, processed and prepared to the required hygiene standards.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment across the cage wash and animal facility areas.
• Follow standard operating procedures, health and safety requirements and relevant biosecurity protocols.
• Monitor equipment performance and report any faults or maintenance requirements.
• Ensure clean and soiled equipment is handled and stored appropriately to prevent cross‑contamination.
• Work closely with animal facility and laboratory teams to ensure equipment is available when required.
• Maintain accurate records of cleaning cycles and other relevant activities.

Skills

Cage washing equipment

Hygiene procedures

Health and safety

Record keeping

Teamwork

Tools

Cage washing equipment

Job description

Barrington James is seeking a Laboratory Support Technician in London to support the day-to-day operation of its specialist animal facility. The role focuses on maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and animal welfare within a regulated laboratory environment.

The position involves hands-on work with cage washing equipment, following SOPs, biosecurity protocols and health and safety requirements.