Job Title:
Facilities Specialist
Job Description:
The role of a Facilities Specialist is to oversee the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of site facilities systems. This involves ensuring compliance with relevant auditing standards, such as FDA/HPRA, and maintaining a contemporary design that is both safe and compliant.
Responsibilities:
* Act as SME for site facilities systems
* Oversee the timely completion of system work orders and resolve issues if required
* Assist with continuous and reliable supply of facilities systems across the site
* Oversee the planning and scheduling of system repair and maintenance activities
* Support audits on the Facility and associate Compliance/Safety programmes
* Point of contact for Facility related queries
* Manage all Facilities contracts and contractors
* Maintain review process for contracts e.g. Cleaning & Bundled Services, Integrated Security Systems, Catering, Kitchen Equipment, Site Security, Adverse Weather Services, Landscaping, Foul and Storm Drains, Pest Control, Roof Systems, Phones/Radios, Lifts, Gowning, ATEX Forklift, Cold Rooms etc.
* Liaise with Support / Maintenance contractors
* Review and approve Facility system modifications, change requests, and SOPs
* Conduct walk-downs / review of Facility installations and attend Factory/Site Acceptance Tests as required
* Identify, build and implement Facility system training across the site, complete assigned training and identify gaps/opportunities for further training
* Own and oversee the complete Facility system data build for the site
* Develop and champion continuous improvement programmes that increase the performance and reliability of Facility equipment and systems
* Develop mechanisms for monitoring, trending and reporting all Facility equipment and systems performance
* Provide SME insight and technical leadership to the engineering, production and support areas
* Conduct analysis of Bad Actors and drive a programme to improve reliability of equipment
* Management and Control of associated site Facilities Operational Budgets, control and update procedures for all site Facilities
* Ensure that all Maintenance Technicians are adequately trained in the test methods and procedures that they will be required to follow in the performance of their duties
* Support Engineering Projects, Validation, Warehouse, QC/QA, Operations and other departments on all Facilities Projects/Issues
* Project work with regard to specification, scope definition, budget preparation, detailed engineering design, purchasing, inspection, validation, installation and commissioning of all new facilities and buildings
* Responsible for site insurance compliance, control and monitoring safe working practices
* Participate in risk assessments, inspections, audits, incident investigations, etc. and implement and follow-up related CAPAs
* Lead Deviation investigations within the department
* Use lean six sigma tools to drive root cause analysis and CAPA completion
* Ensure compliance with Safety, Quality, Environmental Regulatory and Corporate requirements
* Support safety and environmental programmes
* Adhere to safe working practices as set out in the Safety Statement and other company safety rules
* Perform all duties in accordance with GMP requirements, SOPs and controlled documents
* Will be flexible to take on additional tasks and responsibilities at the discretion of the Facilities Associate Director
* Will act as a role model for the Engineering function and also the wider organisation in adherence to the WuXi corporate core values and PROUD culture
Profile:
The ideal candidate for this position will have the following qualifications and skills:
* Education: Technical qualifications at third level or equivalent in Engineering and/or relevant experience in a Facilities role
* Knowledge/Experience: Minimum of 8 years engineering experience in a Facilities environment
* Experience of sterile/biotech facilities within a pharmaceutical environment
* Strong Safety mindset & awareness of the inherent system hazards demonstrated through an understanding of EHS & GMP compliance requirements (particularly from an Engineering perspective) & demonstrated capability within the Audit environment (specifically EHS)
* Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with multiple customers to deliver shared goals
* A proven track record of delivering continuous improvement and value across multiple process streams and customers
* In-depth understanding of Facilities programmes, Helpdesk environment and supporting service/supplier contracts
* Knowledge of safety standards, hazards and appropriate precautions applicable to maintenance work
* Understanding of computerised maintenance management systems
* Thorough knowledge of Safety, GMP and environmental regulatory requirements
Benefits:
* Bonus
* Life Assurance
* Pension
* VHI
Requirements:
* Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
* Ability to lead & motivate multi-skilled facilities technicians
* Ability to communicate with site management, production and quality personnel
* Ability to produce technical reports on engineering/process issues
* Strong leadership competencies with demonstrated management skills
* Collaborative and inclusive approach to work and your colleagues
* Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
* Engage cross-functionally in conjunction with a site-based team
* Demonstrate strong ethics in adhering to company procedures and policies, regulatory standards, and our customers expectations
WuXi Biologics is an equal opportunities employer