Job Description
Job Title: Facilities Engineer (Contractor)
Reports to: Engineering Manager
Location: Greater Chester Area- Fully on Site
Length: 6 months initially with the possibility of extension
Company: A Global Biopharmaceutical Company
Working Hours: 9:00 am – 4:45 pm, Monday to Friday.
Job Summary
The Facilities Engineer plays a vital role in the organization, focusing on assessing asset health and developing strategies to maintain or upgrade site facilities and equipment.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Utilizes a broad set of engineering skills to support and maintain equipment and processes effectively and can develop these skills in others through strong leadership.
* Pursues skill enhancement through training, assessment, and educational programs, while also fostering skill development in the team.
* Analyze technical issues to develop effective solutions.
* Demonstrates a proactive attitude toward challenges and a commitment to delivering results.
* Understands client and customer needs, aligning engineering support to meet these requirements.
* Applies principles of effective maintenance, ensuring systems are maintained for optimal performance.
* Assesses the complexity of tasks or projects and allocates resources appropriately to complete them.
* Implements continuous improvements to enhance business efficiency.
* Supports the integration of new machinery, technology, products, and materials within Technical Operations.
* Communicates effectively within operations using available tools and technologies.
* Promotes high standards of health, safety, and housekeeping for self and colleagues.
* Understands and operates a range of manufacturing equipment and processes.
* Integrates customer needs with business requirements to support operational objectives.
* Fosters collaboration within a diverse, cross-functional group.
Education/Qualifications
* Craft engineering technician qualifications (e.g., C&G, ONC/HNC, BTEC national certification).
* Experience in maintenance and installation of diverse services and facilities within manufacturing or engineering.
* Adaptability to multi-skilled, flexible working with a range of skills across mechanical, electrical, and other areas.
* Experience supervising and managing external contractors and service providers, with knowledge of Permit to Work systems and related controls.
* Ability to work effectively in diverse, cross-functional teams.
* Proven skills in analyzing technical issues and implementing effective solutions.
* Experience developing new systems, practices, and procedures in a production or maintenance engineering environment.
* Competency in assessing task complexity and assigning resources to complete projects successfully.
* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Ongoing commitment to skills and experience development.
* Demonstrated understanding of mechanical, electrical, and control functions, including basic building maintenance, with the ability to share this knowledge.
* Ability to interpret engineering drawings.
* Understanding of maintenance and technical support for various manufacturing processes and the standards required for effective integration.
* Familiarity with principles and systems to support effective maintenance of facilities and utilities.
* Knowledge and understanding of engineering within the Medical Device industry and associated regulations.