Auxiliary Technician

We are looking to recruit an Auxiliary 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 essential

* Knowledge of the use of cleaning chemicals and sterilising instruments

* 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