Validation Technician

Catch 22 is recruiting an experienced Validation Technician to join a growing specialist business operating at the forefront of clean air technology. Working across North East, in healthcare, pharmaceutical, laboratory and research environments, you'll play a key role in the testing, validation and certification of critical facilities and equipment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with cleanroom, LEV or containment experience looking to join a business that values technical expertise and offers genuine long-term career progression. The Role You'll be responsible for delivering testing, validation and certification services within cleanrooms, laboratories and other controlled environments. Combining hands-on site work with technical reporting, you'll collect performance data, carry out specialist testing, interpret results and produce the compliance reports clients rely on to keep their facilities operational and compliant.
This is a field-based role involving regional travel and regular overnight stays, offering the opportunity to work within some of the UK's most advanced healthcare, scientific and pharmaceutical environments.
Ideal Candidate We're keen to hear from experienced Validation Technicians, LEV Engineers, Cleanroom Engineers or similar technical professionals working within regulated environments. Experience within cleanroom validation, LEV, containment or regulated environments is highly desirable, particularly where you've worked with HEPA filter testing, particle counting, laminar flow systems, BSCs/MBSCs, fume cupboards, isolators, decontamination or fumigation processes. Knowledge of ISO 14644, HSG258, EU GMP Annex 1 and qualifications such as BOHS P601-P604 or W201 would be advantageous. You'll also have experience producing technical reports, interpreting performance data and delivering work within healthcare, pharmaceutical, life science or research environments. Experience leading site activities, mentoring junior technicians or acting as a technical lead would be beneficial. Role Details Salary between £35,000 - £40,000+ depending on experience
Permanent, full time role
Company van provided
Hotels and travel expenses covered
Structured technical development and ongoing training
Opportunity to work on technically challenging projects
Clear progression into senior technical and specialist positions
Long-term career prospects within a growing organisation

Willingness to travel and stay away when required
3+ years relevant industry experience and qualifications
Strong attention to detail
Excellent technical reporting skills
Professional and customer-focused approach
Ability to pass enhanced security and background checks