Laboratory Cleaner

Adecco; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a motivated Laboratory Cleaner to join the Microbiology team in Leyland. This role involves maintaining cleanliness and hygiene within a laboratory environment, using specialized equipment, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Ideal candidates will have previous cleaning experience, ideally in labs, and possess GCSEs in relevant subjects. The role is part-time, offering 12 hours a week, and plays a crucial role in supporting scientific research.

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths, English, and Science are desirable.
• Previous cleaning experience, ideally in a laboratory or healthcare setting.
• Basic IT skills for record-keeping using Excel and SharePoint.
• Understanding health and safety procedures in a laboratory environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Clean specialised glassware and laboratory equipment.
• Safely handle and prepare laboratory cleaning chemicals.
• Use cleaning and sterilising equipment effectively.
• Organise and store clean glassware and equipment.
• Follow structured laboratory maintenance programme.
• Document cleaning and maintenance activities using Excel and SharePoint.
• Perform general housekeeping tasks to maintain hygiene.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Attention to detail

Health & Safety knowledge

Basic IT skills

Education

GCSEs in Maths, English, and Science

Job description

Job Title: Laboratory Cleaner
Department: Microbiology
Location: Leyland
Contract Type: Temporary
Hours: 12 hours per week (Monday, Tuesday, and Friday, 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM)

Join Our Team as a Laboratory Cleaner!

Are you passionate about maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in a vital work environment? Do you enjoy making a positive impact in a team dedicated to groundbreaking scientific research? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Laboratory Cleaner to join our Microbiology team in Leyland. In this essential role, you will help uphold the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene, ensuring that our laboratory operates safely and efficiently.

What You'll Do:

• Clean & Prepare: Get hands‑on with specialised glassware and laboratory equipment, ensuring everything is spotless and ready for use.
• Safety First: Safely handle and prepare laboratory cleaning chemicals, following all health and safety guidelines.
• Operate Equipment: Use cleaning and sterilising equipment, including glasswashers, autoclaves, and ovens, to keep our workspace pristine.
• Organise & Store: Keep clean glassware and equipment organised and stored appropriately for easy access.
• Structured Maintenance: Follow a structured laboratory maintenance programme, keeping track of weekly, monthly, and yearly cleaning tasks.
• Record Keeping: Document cleaning and maintenance activities using Excel and SharePoint for efficient record‑keeping.
• Housekeeping Duties: Perform general housekeeping tasks to prevent cross‑contamination and maintain hygiene standards throughout the lab.

What We're Looking For:

• Qualifications: GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths, English, and Science are desirable.
• Experience: Previous cleaning experience, ideally in a laboratory or healthcare setting.
• IT Skills: Basic IT skills for record‑keeping using Excel and SharePoint.
• Health & Safety Knowledge: Understanding health and safety procedures in a laboratory environment is a plus.

You’ll Be Working With:

• The enthusiastic Microbiology Team
• The supportive Microbiology Manager

Why Join Us?

At our company, we believe that every role plays a part in our success. As a Laboratory Cleaner, you will be a crucial member of our team, contributing to important research in the microbiology field. Your attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness will directly influence our laboratory’s efficiency and safety!

Ready to Apply

If you’re excited about the opportunity to join our team and make a difference in our laboratory, we’d love to hear from you!

Adecco is a disability‑confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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