Utilities & Facilities Engineer

We are recruiting a Facilities & Utilities Engineer, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of maintenance activities for Facilities and Utilities across 2 sites. Reporting directly to the Head of Engineering, you'll manage Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrumentation maintenance, supporting the company's critical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate day-to-day maintenance of facilities.
• Report incidents promptly to the Facility Lead.
• Manage procurement processes and gas delivery arrangements.
• Perform various maintenance tasks, including changing light bulbs and fitting safety equipment.
• Conduct monthly fire safety equipment audits and address any issues.
• Ensure compliance with legionella risk assessments and take corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with staff to meet facility needs in labs and office areas.
• Support the Facilities Lead in vendor management and contractor administration.
• Schedule maintenance jobs with external subcontractors.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance visits and service reports.
• Conduct regular facility plant walkdowns to identify and address issues proactively.
• Assist in setting up furniture and seating for events.
• Uphold a safe and healthy work environment.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Essential: Over 3 years' experience in cGMP Pharmaceutical Operations and Drug Substance Biologics manufacturing.
• Advantageous: Experience in Vaccine manufacturing and Advanced Therapeutics.
• Preferable: Aseptic operations experience.
• Ability to work rotating shifts and respond to plant emergencies as needed.
• Demonstrated experience in equipment maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with problem-solving tools such as 5 Whys and DMAIC.
• Flexibility and adaptability to take on varied tasks in a startup environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Degree in a related engineering discipline or equivalent experience.

The Next Step for you:

Should this position be of interest to you please forward your CV to Nuira Esmau from Next Generation Recruitment or alternatively call on the main line on 019609773

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