Facilities & Maintenance Engineer – Cleanroom & Biopharma
S3 Science Recruitment - City of London, London
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Facilities & Maintenance Engineer – Cleanroom & BiopharmaThis is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced biopharmaceutical facility supporting the manufacture of advanced therapies. You’ll play a key role in the coordination and continuous improvement of utility systems and manufacturing equipment on-site, ensuring operational reliability and GMP compliance across all facilities.What You'll Be Doing:Plan, execute, and supervise facility, process, and maintenance engineering in a highly regulated environmentOversee contractor activity for preventive maintenance and calibration, ensuring adherence to safety and permitting standardsSupport utility and facility installation and commissioning in capital projectsDevelop and carry out planned and reactive maintenance proceduresMaintain compliance with GMP, HSE, and quality standards throughout the facilitySupport and maintain PPM schedules and contribute to internal improvement strategiesMonitor equipment and building utility performance to ensure reliability for manufacturing operationsWork cross-functionally to streamline processes and remove operational barriersIdentify innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions to optimise operationsAssist with budget planning and maintain critical spares inventoryEnsure timely training and closeout of GMP documentation including deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and audit findingsKey Skills & Experience:Degree or technical qualification in an engineering discipline or trades certification5–7 years minimum in a regulated industry with at least 3 years in a biopharma cleanroom facilityHands-on knowledge of HVAC systems, compressed air, oxygen, and other utility systemsBackground in facilities or maintenance engineering with exposure to GMP environmentsFamiliarity with calibration planning is desirableStrong organisational and communication skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and innovationWhat Success Looks Like:Improved utility and equipment reliabilityContamination-free, GMP-compliant facility operationsAsset care strategy development and measurable cost efficiency gainsStrong working relationships across engineering and operations teamsIf you're ready to bring your engineering expertise to a high-impact role in a forward-thinking biotech environment, apply today!
Created: 2025-08-02