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Job Description
Job Title: Facilities Team Leader
Location: Horsham
Thermo Fisher Scientific, a global leader in the life sciences industry, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Team Leader for Facilities and Utilities Engineering to join our team at our pharmaceutical packaging and distribution site. As the Team Leader, you will be responsible for managing a team of 5 engineers and ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of our facilities and utilities systems, supporting the packaging and distribution of pharmaceutical products that positively impact lives worldwide.
Responsibilities:
Manage and provide leadership to a team of 5 engineers, overseeing their day-to-day operations and maintenance activities for facilities and utilities systems, including electricity, gas, HVAC, compressed air, plumbing, and general building maintenance.
Ensure departmental compliance to the requirements of the asset management system.
Manage change controls for facilities and utilities systems, ensuring that any modifications or updates are properly documented, reviewed, and approved.
Create and update GMP documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and other relevant documentation for facilities and utilities systems.
Ensure that all GMP documentation is accurate, up to date, and compliant with regulatory requirements.
Implement preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and ensure the reliability of critical equipment, delegating tasks to team members as necessary.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement energy-saving initiatives and optimize utility systems' efficiency, including the building management system.
Coordinate and manage contractors and vendors for facility-related projects, ensuring timely completion within budgetary constraints.
Troubleshoot and resolve any facilities or utilities-related issues promptly, minimizing impact on operations, and provide guidance and support to the team in resolving complex issues.
Stay up to date with industry trends and advancements, incorporating relevant technologies and practices into the facility's operations, and share knowledge with the team.
Provide guidance and mentorship to team members, fostering their professional growth and development.
Participate in the 24/7 department call out rota, ensuring adequate coverage and support for emergencies.
Requirements:
Recognised qualification (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) or equivalent technical experience.
Experience in managing change controls and creating/updating GMP documentation or similar documentation in a highly regulated sector.
Proven experience (minimum 5 years) in facilities and utilities engineering, preferably in a pharmaceutical or highly regulated industry.
Experience completing EHS & Quality Risk Assessments, ideally including FMEA.
Strong knowledge of facilities and utilities systems, including electricity, gas, HVAC, compressed air, plumbing, and water systems.
Familiarity with regulatory requirements such as cGMP, MHRA & HSWA.
Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive and hands-on approach.
Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Project management skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proficiency in computer applications and software related to facilities and utilities, in particular asset management.
Joining Thermo Fisher Scientific means being part of a company that is dedicated to making a difference in the world through groundbreaking scientific discoveries. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about ensuring the smooth operation of facilities and utilities systems in a pharmaceutical packaging and distribution environment and have experience in leading a team of engineers, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity in our workforce.
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.