Animal Technician

Animal Technician LOCATION: Nottingham SALARY: Competitive REF: ALS We have a fantastic opportunity available for an Animal Technician! We are searching for a candidate who is passionate about carrying out important animal husbandry tasks and maintaining top-notch welfare standards in a cutting-edge research environment. Basic Requirements: * Level 2 Diploma in Animal Management. * Experience in routine manual work that requires attention to detail. * Proficiency in routine animal husbandry and a strong commitment to animal welfare. * Ability to obtain or possession of a Home Office personal license. * Demonstrates enthusiasm, dedication, and accountability in their work. * Strong organizational skills, problem-solving abilities, and the ability to work with interruptions while maintaining confidentiality. * Proficient in using software such as Excel, Word, bespoke Database, or similar production software. * Possession of a valid driving license and access to personal transportation is necessary. Duties and Responsibilities: * Perform daily responsibilities in animal care, such as feeding, watering, cleaning, handling, and observing animals, according to instructions from the team leader. * Monitor and report on the environmental conditions of the animal units, including temperature and the security and suitability of housing. * Adhere to protocols for entering and exiting animal units safely to maintain site security and biosecurity standards. * Clean and maintain animal rooms, related areas, and equipment following specified procedures. * Carry out necessary procedures as instructed. * Maintain accurate records, including day books, production data reports, and stock availability records. * Report any concerns or problems related to animal welfare or the unit environment to the team leader. * Receive and dispatch goods in and out of the animal facility, using proper sterilization procedures to uphold the animal barrier status. * Handle production tasks such as birthing, weaning, sexing, counting, and weighing animals. * Follow Home Office guidelines when re-housing and grouping animals, as directed by the team leader. * Assist in training new staff on cleaning, feeding, watering, animal handling, and pen labelling. * Undertake additional tasks within the limits of knowledge, skills, and experience, as assigned by the team leader or other members of the management team