Service Technician

Agenda Life Sciences; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the life sciences sector is seeking a Service Technician in Cambridge to ensure the cleanliness and hygiene of laboratory animal facilities. The role involves operating cleaning machinery, sterilising equipment, and maintaining strict health and safety protocols. This position is ideal for individuals with strong organisational skills and experience in a research setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning machinery preferred.
• Familiarity with sterilising instruments is beneficial.
• Practical experience in a research environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and sterilisation of animal cages and equipment.
• Maintain animal facility cleanliness and upkeep.
• Disposal of waste material in a compliant manner.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Organisational skills

Adaptability

Health and Safety knowledge

Education

3 GCSE passes or equivalent

Tools

Cleaning machinery

Autoclaving equipment

Job description

Service Technician

LOCATION: Cambridge SALARY: Competitive REF:ALS 3042

We are looking to recruit a Service Technician to join our team to provide a high level of care and hygiene to laboratory animals used in medical research. The successful candidate will provide a service to maintain the facility and selected areas. You will be responsible for helping with autoclaving of equipment, sterilisation, stock control and supplies.

Basic Requirements:

• 3 GCSE passes or equivalent including General literacy and numeracy
• Experience working with cleaning machinery and equipment is desirable
• Knowledge of the use of cleaning chemicals and sterilising instruments would be useful
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Practical experience working within a research environment is desirable
• Experience with health and safety standards and implementation are advantageous
• Comfortable working alone or within a larger team depending on the task
• Ability to organise/prioritise workload
• Follow and maintain a meticulous level of sterilisation protocols including the use of autoclaving equipment.
• Flexible and adaptable with overtime for evenings and weekend work.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• General cleaning, housekeeping and upkeep of the animal facility.
• Perform cleaning and sterilisation of animal cages and equipment by operating large washers, autoclaves and fumigation/decontamination chambers.
• Preparation of procedure rooms/operating theatres and sterilisation of equipment.
• Disposal of waste material, special waste and animal carcases, in a compliant and safe manner.
• Carry out basic equipment maintenance, troubleshooting and reports.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures and quality assurance purposes to ensure compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act and other relevant legislation.