Specialist Cleaning Technician

E&E Group; Saltash; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Marlin Environmental Services is seeking a Specialist Cleaning Technician to join our expert team in Plymouth. The role focuses on hands-on cleaning, servicing, and repairs across diverse systems and facilities, with emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

You will work with vacuum tankers and high‑pressure washers, tackle tanks and ventilation systems, and perform duties in confined spaces while ensuring customer satisfaction and high-quality service.

Qualifications

• Experience starting up and shutting down vacuum tankers and hot pressure washers.
• Knowledge of pumping liquid/waste between ship and shore.
• Solid understanding of Confined Space working.
• Ability to follow MAR pack procedures for specialist cleaning.
• Understanding of cleaning standards: Survey, Hot Work, and Preservation.
• A proactive attitude toward safety—for yourself and your team.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out specialist cleaning, servicing and repairs across a wide range of systems and facilities
• Tackling tanks, bilges, compartments and ventilation systems with precision and professionalism
• Using high‑pressure jet washers and vacuum tankers to keep systems operating safely
• Maintaining strict compliance with Health & Safety, Waste Management and environmental regulations
• Working in confined spaces using the correct PPE and safety procedures
• Completing all paperwork accurately and ensuring customer satisfaction every time
• Supporting other trade groups and undertaking fire sentry duties when required
• Representing Marlin on customer sites with the highest standards of cleanliness and conduct

Skills

Vacuum tanker operation

High pressure washer use

Confined space work

MAR pack procedures

Cleaning standards knowledge

Safety minded

Tools

Vacuum tanks

Pressure washers

Job description

Specialist Cleaning Technician

Plymouth

Permanent, full-time

Competitive salary plus benefits

Ready to take your skills into some of the most challenging and rewarding environments out there? At Marlin Environmental Services, we’re looking for a Specialist Cleaning Technician to join our expert team—someone who thrives on hands‑on work, high standards, and delivering exceptional service.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carrying out specialist cleaning, servicing and repairs across a wide range of systems and facilities
• Tackling tanks, bilges, compartments and ventilation systems with precision and professionalism
• Using high‑pressure jet washers and vacuum tankers to keep systems operating safely
• Maintaining strict compliance with Health & Safety, Waste Management and environmental regulations
• Working in confined spaces using the correct PPE and safety procedures
• Completing all paperwork accurately and ensuring customer satisfaction every time
• Supporting other trade groups and undertaking fire sentry duties when required
• Representing Marlin on customer sites with the highest standards of cleanliness and conduct

What You Bring

• Experience starting up and shutting down vacuum tankers and hot pressure washers
• Knowledge of pumping liquid/waste between ship and shore
• Solid understanding of Confined Space working
• Ability to follow MAR pack procedures for specialist cleaning
• Understanding of cleaning standards: Survey, Hot Work, and Preservation
• A proactive attitude toward safety—for yourself and your team

Additional Information

About us:

The Environmental & Engineering Group was established in 2023 as part of the merger of Marlin Environmental Services and Yellowstone Environmental Solutions. After 12 years of partnership working the businesses formed E&E group to provide additional internal support and to increase service levels for existing and new customers.

At Adler and Allan Group, we’re not just a company – we’re environmental champions committed to protecting our planet while helping businesses thrive. We’re a diverse, dynamic team dedicated to providing top‑tier environmental, energy and water infrastructure services across the UK. Our mission is clear: safeguarding the environment, minimising operational disruptions, and supporting sustainability goals for our valued clients.

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.