Job Description
The role
\nWe’re looking for a compassionate and practical Bioservices Technician to join our Bioservices team at the Moredun Group.
\nThis is a hands-on role working primarily with farm livestock, requiring prior practical experience in agricultural animal care. You’ll work with a range of animals and equipment. This role offers a strong focus on learning and development, with hands-on training involving a variety of agricultural animals and machinery.
\nThis is a full-time position; however, part-time applications will also be considered.
\nSalary: £25,949 (additional payments apply for on-call duties and overtime)
\nRole requirements
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- Providing daily care, feeding and cleaning for a range of animal species \n
- Monitoring animal health and welfare, recognising signs of illness or distress \n
- Maintaining clean, safe and appropriate animal accommodation \n
- Supporting scientific procedures in line with approved protocols \n
- Keeping accurate records and supporting high standards of biosecurity \n
- Using and maintaining equipment and machinery (training provided) \n
You’ll work under the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act, with full training and support provided.
\nEssential Requirements
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- Practical experience in animal husbandry or animal care \n
- Confidence and compassion when handling animals \n
- A proactive approach and willingness to learn \n
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team \n
- Full UK driving licence \n
Desirable Requirements
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- Animal science or related qualification \n
- Experience with multiple species \n
- Experience in laboratory or research environments \n
- Home Office licence \n
Staff benefits
\nIn addition to access to training and development opportunities, you will have access to:
\n· Competitive pension scheme – Moredun contributing a maximum of 15%.
\n· Group Life Assurance Scheme and an Income Protection Scheme
\n· 6 weeks’ annual leave plus 7 days’ public holidays and a privilege day
\n· Free access to an Employee Assistance Programme
\n· Benefits platform offering discounts at various retailers
\n· Opportunities to gain recognised role-specific certifications
\nPlease apply via the link below
\nBioservices Technician in Penicuik employer: Moredun Group
At Moredun Group, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive and nurturing work environment for our Bioservices Technician role. With a strong emphasis on learning and development, employees benefit from hands-on training with a variety of agricultural animals and machinery, alongside competitive benefits such as a generous pension scheme and extensive annual leave. Our commitment to employee growth and well-being makes Moredun Group a rewarding place to build a meaningful career in animal care.
