Job Description:
England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland, Jersey, Guernsey, Isle Of Man, Gibraltar, British Virgin Islands
Location: Various locations across the UK (England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland)
Company: Specialist Biohazard Cleanup Services
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / On-Call
Salary: Competitive (based on experience) + overtime, bonuses, and allowances
Hours: Flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and emergencies (24/7 availability required)
Job Overview
We are seeking highly motivated and reliable individuals to join our professional team of Biohazard Cleaning Technicians. This role involves attending sensitive and potentially hazardous environments, such as crime scenes, trauma incidents, unattended deaths, hoarded properties, or properties contaminated with bodily fluids, sewage, faeces, sharps, drugs, infestations, and more.
Our technicians play a vital role in restoring properties to safe, habitable conditions and providing compassionate support to those affected.
Key Responsibilities
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Respond promptly to callouts for biohazard, trauma, or specialist cleaning jobs across residential, commercial, and industrial sites
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Assess and prepare worksites, identifying biohazards and safety risks
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Use appropriate PPE, specialist tools, and cleaning products (including fogging and ozone treatment)
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Clean, disinfect, deodorise, and restore contaminated areas
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Dispose of hazardous and clinical waste safely and legally
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Complete risk assessments, method statements, and job reports accurately
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Work closely with vulnerable clients, bereaved families, law enforcement, landlords, and property managers
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Maintain confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism at all times
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Participate in ongoing training and development sessions
Requirements
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Full UK driving licence (essential)
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Physically fit and comfortable working in distressing or unpleasant environments
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Strong attention to detail and ability to follow health & safety protocols
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Previous cleaning, industrial, facilities, or emergency service experience (preferred)
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CSCS, Biohazard, Trauma, or Sharps training (desirable – training provided)
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DBS check will be required (provided by employer)
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Willingness to be on-call for emergency incidents, including weekends and nights
Benefits
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Competitive salary with weekend, holiday, and emergency rates
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Paid training and certification (e.g. BBP, PPE, COSHH, sharps handling, trauma cleanup)
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Fully equipped company vehicle and uniform
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Career progression opportunities into supervisory and specialist roles
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Being part of a respected and compassionate team making a real difference
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Mental health support and employee assistance programme
Disclaimer
Biohazard cleanup work can be physically demanding and emotionally challenging. Applicants must be aware that this role may involve exposure to human and animal waste, trauma scenes, deceased persons, hoarding, infestations, and potentially hazardous environments. Full training, PPE, and safety protocols will always be provided to ensure safe working conditions.
All job offers are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced background checks. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, race, religion, or background.
Job Skills:
Biohazard Cleaning, Trauma Cleaning, Crime Scene Cleaning, Hoarders Cleaning, Sewage Cleaning, Squatters Cleaning
Job Details:
- Job Location:
- England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland, Jersey, Guernsey, Isle Of Man, Gibraltar, British Virgin Islands
- Company Industry:
- Specialist Cleaning Services
- Job Role:
- Biohazard Cleaning Technicians
- Employeement Type:
- Part Time, Full Time, Contract
- Monthly Salary Range:
- 2500
- Number of Vacancies:
- 37