Electrical Engineering Manager

• Effective Team leadership through active involvement in recruitment, training, coaching, development, and ongoing performance management
• Managing the Engineering function on site in the absence of the Head of Engineering
• Team perform in accordance with EHS and GMP requirements to ensure compliance with policies, procedures and regulations
• Electrical competence to manage maintenance, remedial and project works effectively with hands on implementation of tasks where required
• Promptly address and resolve engineering issues, adhering to escalation processes for matters impacting team safety, product quality, and delivery
• Lead or support manufacturing Quality and Safety related investigations and audits as required
• Ensure work instructions, SOP’s and GMP are strictly followed at all times, and that documentation is completed accurately during the process and correctly signed
• Identify opportunities for improvements and implement changes to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and maintain regulatory compliance
• Manage resources to ensure both retrospective and prospective qualification, maintenance and procurement of engineering installations
• Oversee co-ordination of maintenance to maximise the availability of the equipment
• Manage engineering equipment projects by liaising with senior management, equipment/process owners, suppliers and design and construction companies to fulfil the business requirements
• Supports the technical services group to provide knowledge of process technologies and participates in the sourcing and implementation of new equipment
• Responsible site-wide for adherence to all statutory requirements and Company regulations and guidelines which affect engineering integrity

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering related discipline or equivalent engineering qualifications – full apprenticeship, with electrical competency and qualification
• Some knowledge with problem solving on PLC’s and programming is beneficial
• Leadership capabilities, including influencing and motivational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively, engage, guide and mentor
• Good communication skills both written and verbal
• Several years experience of engineering / maintenance work in a regulated manufacturing / packaging environment, ideally a GMP environment
• Knowledge of manufacturing and filling/packaging equipment with emphasis on process/ equipment engineering and maintenance
• Knowledge of plant and process utility systems and HVAC
• Demonstrated experience in project planning
• Solutions-focused and problem-solving skills
• Strong numeracy skills and ability to analyse and interpret
• Computer literacy – ERP systems and Microsoft office
• Ability to manage resources to meet changing priorities
• A willingness to take ownership and accountability for performance of the team

Some knowledge with problem solving on PLC’s and programming is beneficial