Technical Supervisor - Cage Wash & Hygiene Operations

Agenda Life Sciences; Ringway; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biological services facility in the UK is seeking a Technical Supervisor to lead hygiene operations. This role involves supervising a team, overseeing advanced equipment, and ensuring compliance with biosecurity and ethical standards. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and specialized knowledge of animal care processes. A chance to support world-class research in a first-class environment.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Specialist knowledge of animal facility equipment and hygiene processes.
• Understanding of animal care, biosecurity, and infection control.
• Experience with routine maintenance, SOPs, and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and supervise a team of hygiene technicians.
• Oversee the operation and maintenance of advanced equipment.
• Ensure hygiene routines are completed to the highest standards.
• Deputise for the Technical Operations Officer.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and ethical standards.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Animal facility equipment knowledge

Hygiene processes understanding

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Tools

Robotic cage washers

Automated bedding systems

Autoclaves

VHP units

Job description

We are partnering with a leading biological services facility to recruit a Technical Supervisor to lead their cage wash and hygiene operations across multiple sites. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands‑on technical professional with leadership experience to make a tangible impact on research support and animal care.

The Role:

• Lead, train, and supervise a team of hygiene technicians.
• Oversee the operation and maintenance of advanced equipment, including robotic cage washers, automated bedding systems, autoclaves, and VHP units.
• Ensure hygiene routines are completed to the highest standards and maintain stock and equipment.
• Deputise for the Technical Operations Officer and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, biosecurity, and ethical standards.

You Will Bring:

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Specialist knowledge of animal facility equipment and hygiene processes.
• Understanding of animal care, biosecurity, and infection control.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Experience with routine maintenance, SOPs, and risk assessments.

Why Apply

This is a chance to lead a skilled team in a first‑class research support environment, ensuring operational excellence and supporting world‑class research.