Purpose of the job A hands-on role to sample, test, document and report on the hygienic performance of the Costa Express machine fleet out in field and within Laboratory conditions: Conducting Microbiological sampling and tests on existing Coffee dispensing equipment out in UK markets to ensure they meet the highest standards for the coffee industry - legal hygiene compliance. Supporting methodologies and procedures to evaluate for Food hygiene aspects, document and qualify technologies in each of our equipment categories as required (e.g field trials) Planning sample plans and routes with Technical Manager to drive efficiencies through test locations whilst meeting sample plan criteria for 2025. Main stakeholders include: External: Costa Coffee Express Markets UK and Coca-Cola Bottlers Internal: Global Technical, UK Operations, Product Development teams (Costa X)Main Key Tasks and Activities Specifics, With Whom/ What Over what time scale? Conducting agreed Microbiological sampling and testing protocols on Costa Express concessions at specified UK locations. Collating samples to send to third party laboratories for analysis as required. Following aseptic and hygienic practices at all times when performing testing and sampling Documenting test plans and protocols Documenting machine behaviour and reporting on performance when applicablWhat''s the end result? Ensuring required legal sampling plans are adhered to and completed. Reports clearly and concisely that the test and ..... full job details .....