Arcadis are seeking a Facilities Quality & Operations Engineer for a pharmaceutical assignment in Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork. 12-month contract with view to extension.
The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Life Sciences, or a related field.
A minimum of 2–4 years’ experience in a regulated environment (pharma/biotech preferred), with exposure to quality systems and facilities or operational support activities.
Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS), GMP, and regulatory requirements (FDA/EMA), with the ability to apply these within a facilities and services context.
Experience with cross-functional coordination, vendor management, or site services is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities
Quality & Compliance (Core Focus)
Maintain and update facility-related GMP documentation (SOPs, work instructions, risk assessments).
Ensure facilities activities are executed in compliance with GMP and site quality standards.
Support deviations, CAPAs, and investigations relating to facilities, utilities, and soft services.
Participate in audits and inspections, ensuring facilities readiness and compliance.
Facilities Operations & Coordination
Act as a key point of contact for facilities soft services (e.g. cleaning, waste, gowning areas, vendor-managed activities).
Coordinate and oversee planned facilities activities, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
Support vendor management, including performance monitoring and issue resolution.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Ops, QA, EHS, Engineering) to ensure aligned execution of site services.
Documentation & Data Management
Own and maintain accurate records of facilities activities, ensuring audit readiness.
Track and trend facilities-related quality metrics, highlighting risks or recurring issues.
Drive standardisation of documentation and practices across facilities activities.
Risk Management & Continuous Improvement
Identify and escalation risks related to facilities operations and compliance.
Participate in risk assessments (e.g. FMEA) for facilities processes and changes.
Drive improvements in facilities processes, documentation, and vendor performance.
Support implementation of best practices across site services and infrastructure.
Key Skills & Attributes
Strong QA mindset with attention to detail and compliance focus
Ability to operate across quality and operational interfaces
Effective stakeholder management and communication skills
Structured, problem-solving approach (RCA, investigations)
Ability to coordinate multiple activities and priorities in a dynamic environment
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