Facilities & Utilities Senior Engineer - VLE Therapeutics

APC

  • Dublin
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
Facilities & Utilities Senior EngineerAbout VLE Therapeutics and APC and the Company ConnectorPowered by transformation research in APC, VLE Therapeutics Ltd was formed to extend the value chain and deliver science and digital led manufacturing of Vaccines and Advanced Therapeutics. VLE Therapeutics will support the GMP manufacturing of clinical and commercial vaccines, next generation biologics & advanced therapeutics and aims to transform the time and cost associated to produce medicines for our clients. This will be the first Irish-owned facility expressly designed to provide Ireland and Europe with a local supply chain for these critical medicines.To create the best client experience, we will create & implement a seamless handover process from APC process development into GMP manufacturing, leveraging our novel platforms to deliver a Molecule-2-Market accelerator.Stage 1 - At our current APC facility, we are constructing a new state of the art biomanufacturing facility. Operations will employ cutting edge technology including single use equipment & disposables and deploy digital solutions to support the best client experience.Stage 2 - In parallel, we are planning the development of a bespoke 80,000ft2. Greenfield GMP manufacturing facility, which will provide a world-class platform for the manufacture of a wide range of vaccines next generation biologics & advanced therapeutics for our clients globally.Key to enabling our strategy is to create the best culture, the right values & behaviours and as a result, the establishment of a high performing team committed to creating a culture of excellence in everything we do.Position SummaryThis Facilities & Utilities Engineer role will report to the Head of Engineering and will be responsible for the management of the maintenance (Mechanical, Electrical and Instrumentation) for Facilities and Utilities across the company (APC & VLE Therapeutics). Key responsibilities will include maintenance and reliability of the sites Facilities, Laboratories and Utilities This is a key role that will require excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills and will interact with all levels of the organisation ensuring competing priorities are managed objectively and in line with the overall business strategy.Responsibilities of the Role:
  • Coordinating the maintenance of facilities on a day-to-day basis.
  • Report all incidents to Facility Lead.
  • To create PO's and arrange delivery of gas from BOC.
  • To ensure that gas cylinder stock levels are maintained and to change out empties daily.
  • Carry out maintenance duties such as are required e.g. changing light bulbs, fitting of safety equipment, etc.technical problem solvung
  • Carry out monthly fire safety equipment audits, logging of results and alert the FL of any issues.
  • Completing all items flagged by risk assessment on legionella report such as the weekly flushing of dead legs, temperature logging of both hot and cold temps after 3 mins, etc.
  • flag any readings not within the parameters set out in Approved Code of Practice ACOP L8 Legionnaires' disease
  • Liaising with staff throughout premises to best meet their facilities needs both in the labs and office area.
  • Providing support to the Facilities Lead -Typical duties in this instance would involve dealing with staff members and external service providers and suppliers (e.g. electricians, plumbers, furniture suppliers, maintenance people, Security Company, cleaners, etc.). Vendor management.
  • Contractor administration, risk assessment & method statements and Permit to Work.
  • Schedule jobs with external sub-contractors.
  • Logging of all maintenance visits via PMAC or Asset tiger, uploading of service reports to asset tiger and on the shared drive. A hard copy needs to be kept at the facilities desk for easy reference.
  • Ensure the buildings, plant and equipment are inspected and maintenance issues are promptly actioned and reported to management.
  • Daily/Weekly walkdowns of the facility plant to catch any issues early and lessen the chances of a major shutdown on the facility.
  • Keeping appropriate office site records up to date and accessible at all times.
  • Setting up furniture and seating for various events held in APC such as townhalls and innovations.
  • Maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
  • Ad-hoc responsibilities as may be required in line with business.
  • Helping out with the delivery and installation of large lab equipment such as -80 freezers, incubators, laminars, etc
Experience & Qualifications
  • More than 3 years' experience in cGMP Pharmaceutical Operations is essential.
  • More than 3 years' experience in Drug Substance Biologics manufacturing is essential.
  • Vaccine manufacturing and Advanced Therapeutics (Cell & Gene Therapy) manufacturing experience is advantageous
  • Aseptic operations experience is preferable.
  • The role may in time operate on rotating shift position and may also involve some non-scheduled call-in time to respond to plant emergencies etc. and some scheduled call-in time to attend process operations.
  • Demonstrated experience in the maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of complex equipment including one or more of electrical, automation and mechanical issues is required.
  • Demonstrated ability to use problem solving tools within a team environment such as 5 Whys, DMAIC e.g. Method 1 is desirable.
  • Due to the start-up nature of the project there will be an expectation for flexibility and an ability to take on varied tasks at short notice not covered extensively within this job description.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, positive influence, team orientation, attention to detail, documentation skills, problem identification and problem-solving skills
  • An ability to work independently, and as a member of a self - managed shift team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment that requires flexibility and initiative.
Education
  • Degree in a related engineering discipline or equivalent experience along with a Technical Qualification (C&G or equivalent)
How to apply:Suitable applicants should submit a CV and Cover Letter.Please note that the closing date for applications for this position is 07th May 2024VLE is committed to the principle of equal opportunity for all employees. All employment decisions at VLE are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to gender, ethnicity, age, religious belief, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, or any other status protected by Irish law.SalaryNegotiable

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