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We are currently looking for a Senior Utilities Engineer to join a leading Pharmaceutical company based in the Wiltshire area.

Main Objective:
In conjunction with the Engineering Manager provide the management, oversight and co-ordination of all Maintenance/Engineering activities to the Zydis facility.
Provide front line management and supervision to the Facility Technician.
Assist the Engineering Manager and Engineering Support Group Manager to ensure adequate maintenance resource and support to Manufacturing.
Ensure full compliance of maintenance engineering to Maintenance Strategy.
Co-ordinate and Manage Continuous Improvement initiatives and in conjunction with the Engineering Manager, identify and implement key projects solutions, both budgetary and capital expenditure.

Responsibilities:
Co-ordination, budgeting, scheduling, planning and implementation off all maintenance program in a safe and effective manner.
Operate and maintain a wide range of equipment using own multi-skilled based experience and knowledge.
Recognise and design out faults that will transcend disciplines in equipment, without compromising safety, play a leading role in preventing repetitive faults. Continue on a day to day basis to use own core and subsidiary skills.
Make considerable use of the computerised maintenance system for both own work and that of the Engineering Team.
In conjunction with the Engineering Manager, develop analytical and problem solving skills leading to an ability to diagnose why a problem has arisen and how it can be avoided in the future.
Report technical and equipment problems by exception to the Engineering Manager or peer group with associated recommended solutions and alternatives.
Liase with appropriate teams to ensure all new equipment, modifications and continuous improvements are managed correctly and to the requirement of both Engineering and manufacturing, recommend improvements if required.
For all new equipment, major modifications and continuous improvements attend project meetings and provide input.
For all new equipment, major modifications and continuous improvements approve Project Brief’s. URS’s; FAT’s and relevant protocols.
Ensure training deficiencies are highlighted and implement a programme to resolve.
When required deputise for the Engineering Manager or Engineering Support Manager.
Discuss issues and take actions with agreed suppliers and contractors.
Make contributions to the formulation of the departmental budget and will have authority to sign for expenditure.
In Conjunction with the Engineering Manager, development of the Capital Expenditure Budget – Management and execution of the Capital Expenditure.
In conjunction with the Engineering Stores Buyer assist in process improvements, technical directory and control of budget.
Work in conjunction with the Engineering Manager to achieve objectives.
Analyse production and engineering methods/equipment and procedures and recommend improvements in their efficiency, effectiveness and productivity.
Communicate effectively across all levels of production and engineering in highlighting/resolving technical/process issues.
Lead production and engineering project teams on Continuous Improvement initiatives (CI).
Be an active member on capital projects as well as other CI initiatives within production and engineering.
Using production KPI’s investigate on going production/engineering issues to advise and develop solutions to remedy and improve.
Using KPI’s analyse and recommend cost savings to the business.
Perform all responsibilities in full compliance with the company safety policy and the Health and Safety at Work Act. In fulfilling their duties, will take due regard to their own safety and that of their colleagues and any other affected persons.
Responsible for all record keeping and administrative duties associated with own work.
Will report technical and equipment problems by exception to line manager or peer group with associated recommended solutions and alternatives.
Co-ordinate Outside Contractors performing work at the Facility.

To apply for this position, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK

Matchtech Group Plc is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

A genuine opportunity has arisen for an experienced civil or geotechnical engineer looking for the chance to join this vibrant, successful independent consultancy based in Cardiff. Involved in a multitude of projects across the Cardiff and Caerphilly regions with confirmed forthcoming projects there is currently a requirement for an experienced consultant looking for a new challenge and new opportunity within the South Wales proximity.
Qualification: You will have a BSc/BEng, MSc/MEng in Civil engineering, geotechnical engineering or similar.
Experience: You will need to have prior geotechnical design experience and be comfortable with stepping into a Senior, design oriented role.
Salary: £neg with experience

Duties:
Involvement in slope stability, piling and retaining wall geotechnical works
Production of interpretative reports and analysis
Geotechnical design of highways, rail and water projects

Typical Projects:
Currently involved in a multitude of projects for a variety of both private and public sector clients this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced geotechnical or civil engineer looking to move away from the multinational multidisciplinary environment and develop their career with a thriving independent firm. Currently involved with piling design, retaining wall, and slope stability projects, predominantly within the Cardiff and Caerphilly regions and with some major projects in the pipeline this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to take the next step to a Senior geotechnical position.

Benefits:
Competitive salary £neg with experience
24 days annual leave
Friendly working environment
Variety of projects

For an initial discussion about this vacancy or other opportunities in the environmental sector, please do not hesitate to call LAURA EYLES of Penguin Recruitment on 0121 442 0645. Alternatively you can email your CV and I’ll call you back.

Opportunities – United Kingdom

AkzoNobel is the world’s largest coatings manufacturer, the number one in decorative paints and the leading supplier of specialty chemicals. It is a Global Fortune 500 company and one of Chemicals Industry leaders on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes.

At AkzoNobel, we have a wealth of opportunities for you to develop your career.

If you are an undergraduate you can develop with us by applying for the Summer Internship or Industrial Placement opportunities.

If you are a graduate we offer you to join the Graduate Development Programme and fill a specific position which we believe will be a great starting point for your career.

It is important that you identify the right area for you amongst:
Research & Development
Supply Chain
Engineering for Manufacturing
Customer Business Development/Sales
Marketing
Purchasing
Finance
Human Resources
Information Technology

Our opportunities give you the chance to take advantage of what we can offer and develop a unique future for yourself.

Please visit our website www.akzonobel.com/graduates for more details.

My client has a great new opportunity for a Senior QA Officer (Validation) to provide support for the qualification of equipment and engineering projects.
Your key responsibilities in this role would be to undertake validation duties assigned by the Validation Manager; prepare, execute and report validation protocols; perform temperature mapping of refrigerators, freezers and incubators; execute validation activities in accordance with appropriate regulations for quality, health and safety; evaluate change and ensure that the validated status of plant and equipment is not compromised; participate in HAZOP reviews in relation to assigned validation projects; ensure assigned validation exercises are conducted in a timely manner and in compliance with cGMP; liaise effectively with other departments; effectively review and integrate commissioning and validation documentation.
You will need to be educated to degree level or equivalent, and may be working towards externally accredited qualifications; Demonstrated the ability to successfully facilitate quality project work or audits; Demonstrated knowledge of working within a Quality Management System and cGMP.

I have lots more information about the company so if you are interested in this position and meet this brief criteria then contact me to discuss this opportunity further.
. Suffolk

Purpose of the Role
To provide support for qualification of equipment and engineering projects

Key Responsibilities
To undertake validation duties assigned by the Validation Manager
To prepare, execute and report validation protocols.
To perform temperature mapping of refrigerators, freezers and incubators.
To execute validation activities in accordance with appropriate regulations for quality, health and safety.
To evaluate change and ensure that the validated status of plant and equipment is not compromised.
To participate in HAZOP reviews in relation to assigned validation projects
To ensure assigned validation exercises are conducted in a timely manner and in compliance with cGMP.
To liaise effectively with other departments.
To effectively review and integrate commissioning and validation documentation

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required
Typically a graduate or equivalent, and may be working towards externally accredited qualifications
Demonstrated the ability to successfully facilitate quality project work or audits
Demonstrated knowledge of working within a Quality Management System and cGMP.

Key Competencies
Good communicator
Attention to detail
Good organizational skills

To apply for this position, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK
Matchtech Group Plc is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Quality Assurance Manager, Medical Devices, Medical Device, Hampshire, Quality Assurance

This company has been established for a number of years and specialises in manufacturing and supplying Bio-Decontamination solutions to the Scientific and Healthcare industry. This rapidly growing organisation now has a requirement for an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to join their team in Hampshire.

As the Quality Assurance Manager, you will be responsible for all issues relating to product and process quality within the company. You will act as a catalyst in driving quality improvement initiatives forward whilst ensuring compliance to relevant quality standards.

Other duties within this role will include:
-Gaining full compliance and accreditation to ISO 13485 standards within the manufacturing department
-Building an effective and motivated quality team within process control, inspection and quality assurance engineering
-Reviewing current quality metric suite and ensuring all key business issues are appropriately reported and managed
-Reviewing the structure and function of current quality management systems and proposing improvements to address training and continuous development

The suitable candidate will ideally be educated to a Degree level (or equivalent) in a engineering discipline, and have previous Quality Assurance Management experience within a medical device manufacturing environment. Experience of working in Regulatory Affairs is highly desirable but not essential for this role.

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work for a globally recognised market leader within a growing organisation where you will receive ongoing training and support to further enhance your skills.

Paramount Recruitment Limited provides services as an agency and an employment business. We regularly have similar roles in this area. Please see our website for details or send your CV in to us to find out the latest opportunities.

Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Medical Devices, Medical Device, Bedfordshire, Regulatory Affairs Specialist,

This rapidly expanding organisation specialises in developing, manufacturing and supplying fertility diagnostic products for the healthcare market. Although this company has not been established for long, they have already become a market leader within the medical device sector and are looking for a Regulatory Affairs Specialist to join the team in Bedfordshire.

As the Regulatory Affairs Specialist you will be responsible for providing regulatory support for the international distribution of the Diagnostic products.

Duties within this role will include:
-Processing regulatory enquiries from distribution companies and providing responses as required, including the acquisition of Certificates of Free Sale, and other legalised documents as required
-Preparing and maintaining marketing authorisation applications on a worldwide basis
-Maintaining the notifications to the EU Competent Authorities for CE marked products under (98/79/EC) and (93/42/EC) medical device directive
-Making and maintaining the required establishment registration and list applications to US FDA
-Reviewing all associated documentation

The suitable candidate will ideally be educated to a Degree level (or equivalent) within a Chemical/Biological discipline and have relevant experience of working within a Regulatory Affairs or Quality Assurance position within a medical device organisation. A strong understanding of ISO 13485, GMP and FDA standards is essential for this role.

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and full benefits package whilst working in a supportive and friendly environment where hard work is always rewarded.

Paramount Recruitment Limited provides services as an agency and an employment business. We regularly have similar roles in this area. Please see our website for details or send your CV in to us to find out the latest opportunities.

Quality Assurance Manager, Buckinghamshire, Medical Devices, Quality Assurance Manager

This globally recognised organisation has been established since 1996 and specialises in developing and supplying surgical robotics to professionals within the healthcare industry. Due to rapid growth they now have an exciting opportunity for a Quality Assurance Manager to join their team in High Wycombe.

As the Quality Assurance Manager you will be responsible for maintaining and improving the Quality Management System, whilst ensuring compliance to FDA and ISO standards.
Other duties within this key role will include:
-Conducting internal audits
-Advising the product development team of quality and regulatory compliance standards
-Developing and maintaining product technical files

The suitable candidate will have previous experience of implementing and working with quality management systems within a medical device environment. A vast amount of experience of working to ISO 13485 standards is required for this position. Experience of working with Surgical robotics or devices is highly advantageous but not essential for this role.

This stable company will provide the successful candidate with on going career progression opportunities and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Paramount Recruitment Limited provides services as an agency and an employment business. We regularly have similar roles in this area. Please see our website for details or send your CV in to us to find out the latest opportunities.

Paramount Recruitment Limited provides services as an agency and an employment business. We regularly have similar roles in this area. Please see our website for details or send your CV in to us to find out the latest opportunities.

Senior Geotechnical Engineer- Cardiff
A genuine opportunity has arisen for an experienced civil or geotechnical engineer looking for the chance to join this vibrant, successful independent consultancy based in Cardiff. Involved in a multitude of projects across the Cardiff and Caerphilly regions with confirmed forthcoming projects there is currently a requirement for an experienced consultant looking for a new challenge and new opportunity within the South Wales proximity.
Qualification: You will have a BSc/BEng, MSc/MEng in Civil engineering, geotechnical engineering or similar.
Experience: You will need to have prior geotechnical design experience and be comfortable with stepping into a Senior, design oriented role.
Salary: £neg with experience

Duties:
Involvement in slope stability, piling and retaining wall geotechnical works
Production of interpretative reports and analysis
Geotechnical design of highways, rail and water projects

Typical Projects:
Currently involved in a multitude of projects for a variety of both private and public sector clients this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced geotechnical or civil engineer looking to move away from the multinational multidisciplinary environment and develop their career with a thriving independent firm. Currently involved with piling design, retaining wall, and slope stability projects, predominantly within the Cardiff and Caerphilly regions and with some major projects in the pipeline this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to take the next step to a Senior geotechnical position.

Benefits:
Competitive salary £neg with experience
24 days annual leave
Friendly working environment
Variety of projects

For an initial discussion about this vacancy or other opportunities in the environmental sector, please do not hesitate to call LAURA EYLES of Penguin Recruitment on 0121 442 0645. Alternatively you can email your CV and I’ll call you back. Email’s to: laura.ey

Instrumentation Development Physicist – Key Words: Instrumentation, Spectroscopy, Optics
Sensational opportunity for a senior development scientist to join a world leader in the field of analytical instrumentation. The ideal candidate will hold first and second degrees in Engineering/Physics – with at least 2/3 years experience (or equivalent) in the design and manufacture of scientific instrumentation. You will be responsible for prototype design and performance enhancing modifications to existing products. Expertise in spectroscopy/optics would be beneficial.Key Words: Instrumentation, Spectroscopy, Optics