We’re partnering exclusively with a growing pharmaceutical company entering an exciting phase of site development and investment. While this is a specialised, small‑scale facility, it forms part of a wider European network and continues to receive strong backing to modernise its infrastructure and strengthen operational capability.
 
As the site progresses through capital projects, equipment upgrades, and ongoing operational improvement, we’re seeking a hands-on Engineering Manager to take ownership of both Capex and Maintenance activities. This is a key leadership role with real influence, combining people management, technical delivery, and day‑to‑day engineering support within a sterile GMP‑regulated environment.
 
In this role, you’ll lead the site engineering function, overseeing maintenance strategy and capital projects while remaining close to the tools when required. You’ll manage a small, skilled engineering team, work closely with cross‑functional stakeholders, and act as the site’s engineering authority, ensuring compliance with GMP, safety, and quality standards.
 
The ideal candidate will bring a proactive, practical mindset – comfortable managing projects and people, writing technical documentation, supporting  investigations, and stepping in hands‑on to resolve engineering challenges in a fast‑evolving pharmaceutical setting.
 
Experience Required:
  • Engineering qualification (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or similar)
  • Strong experience within a GMP pharmaceutical manufacturing environment (essential)
  • Proven experience managing Capex projects alongside maintenance operations
  • Hands‑on engineering capability with willingness to support troubleshooting and site work
  • People leadership or people management experience
  • Experience in sterile/aseptic environments (desirable)
  • Knowledge of utilities such as HVAC, clean steam, compressed air, and purified water systems.
  • Flexibility to participate in the site on‑call/weekend rota (overtime / TOIL available)
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