Asks for

The ad says“Develop and implement maintenance, reliability, and asset lifecycle strategies to maximise equipment performance and availability.”
The ad says“Support CAPEX projects, including commissioning, qualification, and handover of new equipment and infrastructure.”
The ad says“Experience from a similar facilities and utilities focussed role in a manufacturing environment. (i.e Plant Steam, Water for Injection, Pure Steam, Compressed Air, Refrigeration/Ventilation)”
The ad says“Lead technical troubleshooting, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and improve reliability.”
The ad says“Ensure compliance with GMP, engineering, statutory, and EHS requirements, maintaining audit readiness across assigned systems.”
The ad says“Ensure compliance with GMP, engineering, statutory, and EHS requirements, maintaining audit readiness across assigned systems.”
The ad says“Develop and implement maintenance, reliability, and asset lifecycle strategies to maximise equipment performance and availability.”
The ad says“Experience from a similar facilities and utilities focussed role in a manufacturing environment. (i.e Plant Steam, Water for Injection, Pure Steam, Compressed Air, Refrigeration/Ventilation)”
The ad says“Experience from a similar facilities and utilities focussed role in a manufacturing environment. (i.e Plant Steam, Water for Injection, Pure Steam, Compressed Air, Refrigeration/Ventilation)”
The ad says“Support CAPEX projects, including commissioning, qualification, and handover of new equipment and infrastructure.”
The ad says“Experience from a similar facilities and utilities focussed role in a manufacturing environment. (i.e Plant Steam, Water for Injection, Pure Steam, Compressed Air, Refrigeration/Ventilation)”
The ad says“Develop and implement maintenance, reliability, and asset lifecycle strategies to maximise equipment performance and availability.”
The ad says“Lead technical troubleshooting, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and improve reliability.”
The ad says“Lead technical troubleshooting, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and improve reliability.”
The ad says“Experience from a similar facilities and utilities focussed role in a manufacturing environment. (i.e Plant Steam, Water for Injection, Pure Steam, Compressed Air, Refrigeration/Ventilation)”

Title:

Technical Expert - Facilities & Utilities

Company:

Ipsen Biopharm Ltd

About Ipsen:

Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.

Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society!

For more information, visit us at https://www.ipsen.com/ and follow our latest news on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Job Description:

At Ipsen, we are committed to improving the lives of patients, with a special focus on advancing neuroscience therapies. Our Wrexham site is a vital part of this mission, delivering cutting-edge solutions in a dynamic and collaborative environment. We are proud to be Pharma Company of the Year 2025 and 2026, Great Place to Work certified and a Shingo Bronze Medallion holder, reflecting our commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

With a recent £24 million investment in the site and a further £86.4 million expansion underway, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. If you are passionate about making an impact and want to be part of a team that values growth, innovation, and excellence, then Ipsen could be where you thrive!

We're looking for a Technical Expert – Facilities & Utilities to provide technical leadership for critical site utility and facility systems, ensuring reliable, compliant, and efficient operations while driving continuous improvement across the site. This is a days based position.

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as the Subject Matter Expert and System Owner for designated facilities and utilities systems, ensuring safe, compliant, and reliable operation. (i.e Plant Steam, Water for Injection, Pure Steam, Compressed Air, Refrigeration/Ventilation)
Develop and implement maintenance, reliability, and asset lifecycle strategies to maximise equipment performance and availability.
Lead technical troubleshooting, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and improve reliability.
Support CAPEX projects, including commissioning, qualification, and handover of new equipment and infrastructure.
Manage relationships with OEMs, contractors, and specialist service providers while mentoring and developing engineering colleagues.
Ensure compliance with GMP, engineering, statutory, and EHS requirements, maintaining audit readiness across assigned systems.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

Experience from a similar facilities and utilities focussed role in a manufacturing environment. (i.e Plant Steam, Water for Injection, Pure Steam, Compressed Air, Refrigeration/Ventilation)
We would also consider more junior candidates who have some experience in a similar role alongside a relevant degree.
Curious, able to problem solve, and willing to learn and develop.

Ready to Apply?

If you're an experienced engineering professional with a passion for reliability, technical problem-solving, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us ensure our critical facilities and utility systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably while making a meaningful impact on patients' lives.

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