Description
We are seeking an Operational Engineering Manager to lead a team responsible for maintaining and improving manufacturing and utilities equipment at our Worthing site. As a leader, you will collaborate with quality, supply chain, and project teams to drive compliance, reliability, and continuous improvement. This role offers the opportunity to grow your leadership skills while making a meaningful impact.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure all plant equipment and utilities are maintained in a qualified and compliant state.
- Lead and manage the performance of Manufacturing and Utilities equipment, being accountable for equipment performance.
- Lead and coach your engineering team to build skills, deliver results, and embrace continuous improvement.
- Manage resources and priorities to support maintenance plans, change controls, and capital projects.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external specialists to deliver technical solutions and support audits.
- Drive operational excellence by applying data analysis, root cause problem-solving, and lean methods.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in an engineering discipline.
- Strong experience in engineering or operations within a regulated manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience working with production equipment, utilities, and facilities maintenance.
- Solid understanding of equipment qualification, validation, and compliance requirements.
- Strong leadership and people management skills to develop and motivate teams.
- Experience applying continuous improvement methods and data-driven problem-solving.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in engineering or related field.
- Experience in pharmaceutical, medical device, or similarly regulated industries.
- Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) regulations and industry standards.
- Background in managing teams in a matrixed organisation.
- Familiarity with budget management and capital project planning.
- Certification or training in Lean, Six Sigma, or other operational excellence methodologies.
Working Model: This role is manufacturing site-based with hybrid working available as business needs allow. A regular on-site presence is expected to engage with your team and operations fully.