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Job overview
To lead and be accountable for all technical aspects of the preparation of medicines under MHRA “Specials” Licence at the CIVAS@IP5 unit. To be the Production Lead for Technical Services and comply with the responsibilities named on the MHRA licence as stated in the latest version of ‘Rules and guidance for the Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Distributors’ for activities carried out under ‘Manufacturers Special Licence’. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
1. To lead and be accountable for all technical aspects of the preparation of medicines under MHRA “Specials” Licence at the CIVAS@IP5 unit.
2. To be the Production Lead for Technical Services and comply with the responsibilities named on the MHRA licence.
3. Along with the Head of Technical Services – CIVAS@IP5, to be a formal contact for the MHRA inspectors and auditors discussing issues raised and negotiating the contents of the final report.
4. To assist the Quality Assurance team in identifying, evaluating and developing new Aseptic services, analysing data, evaluating need, assessing local and national initiatives.
5. Along with the Head of Technical Services – CIVAS@IP5, take a lead role in planning, designing, negotiating, commissioning, and operating new aseptic facilities or upgrades to existing facilities.
6. To be accountable for the service delivery and operational management of the Technical Services at the CIVA@IP5 unit in accordance with departmental strategic and business plans.
7. To be line manager for the Production Manager.
8. To be responsible for ensuring all technical staff are trained and adequately assessed through effective training programmes in line with local regional and national guidance.
Working for our organisation
At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating. Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people. Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.
Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit here.
NWSSP work in an agile way where possible; all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
1. To possess and maintain specialist knowledge of Management with ILM Level 5 / Diploma level or equivalent qualification.
2. To plan, implement, maintain, and evaluate operational activities including staff, resources, activity, processes, and information.
3. To identify, evaluate and implement new services, and improvements to existing services, when required in conjunction with the Head of Technical Services – CIVAS@IP5 and senior leadership team in CIVAS@IP5.
4. To promote good working relationships between all grades of staff.
5. To motivate and inspire the Production Team, including developmental leadership to the Senior Pharmacy Technicians.
6. To continually assess the service provided and to make improvements to ensure best practice is adopted at all times.
7. To manage the overall workload in accordance with the Capacity Plan.
8. To ensure staff rotas reflect an appropriate skill mix for the allocated tasks and are an effective use of staff time.
9. On a day to day basis communicate sometimes difficult and potentially contentious information back to the appropriate healthcare professionals.
10. To ensure effective, up to date standard operating procedures (SOP’s) and processes are available within Technical Services.
11. To be responsible for ensuring all equipment is validated and functioning correctly.
12. To manage the environmental monitoring processes in line with current guidance.
13. To regularly review the levels of technical and administrative staffing and ensure the appropriate skills mix is maintained for production and wholesale dealing activities.
14. To oversee management of production and wholesale dealing services provided by the CIVAS@IP5 unit Aseptic Services Unit.
15. To contribute to the management of effective resolution of customer complaints, product defects and recalls.
16. To work within the organisational policies and procedures and be responsible for all aspects of recruitment and retention of technical and support staff.
17. To liaise with healthcare professionals and commercial suppliers externally to manage medicines supply.
Person specification
Experience
* Worked at MHRA Licenced Facility
* Worked as production lead or deputy
Qualifications
* PTQA to Masters or Diploma Level
We are committed to flexible working and equal opportunities.
If you are short listed for interview you will be contacted by email using the email address with which you registered. Please ensure that you check your email account regularly.
Prior consideration for this vacancy will be given to staff awaiting redeployment. We therefore reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any stage.
When applying for this post it is essential that you read the Job Description and Person Specification (where available) and demonstrate how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the person specification.
To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa, unless you have permission to work via another route.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020.
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