Cage Wash Technician

Location: Pampisford

We are looking to recruit a Cage Wash 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 (automated and not) 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 but not essential
* 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.

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