Quality Manager GMP Facilities & Equipment Qualification Validation (FTC) in Weybridge

Welcome to Haleon. We are a purpose-driven world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of consumers. Our trusted portfolio of brands including Sensodyne, Panadol, Advil, Voltaren, Theraflu, Otrivin, and Centrum lead in resilient and growing categories. What sets us apart is our unique blend of deep human understanding and trusted science. Now it’s time to fully realise the potential of our business and our people through our Win as One strategy.

Position Overview

This is an exciting new project-based role to support Haleon’s new R&D Facility in Weybridge. We are seeking an experienced Quality Manager with a strong background in facilities and equipment qualification and validation within a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting site compliance ensuring that all facilities, utilities, and equipment meet regulatory, corporate, and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute qualification and validation activities for facilities, utilities, and laboratory equipment in accordance with GMP guidelines and site procedures.
• Develop, review, and approve protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ), reports, and other validation documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Support commissioning and qualification projects including risk assessments and change control processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Maintenance, Production, and Quality Control) to ensure timely completion of qualification and validation deliverables.
• Participate in investigations, deviations, CAPAs, and root cause analysis related to qualification and validation issues.
• Maintain validation master plans and schedules ensuring ongoing compliance and readiness for regulatory inspections.
• Stay current with evolving industry standards, regulatory requirements (e.g. EMA, FDA), and best practices in validation and GMP compliance.
• Support internal and external audits, responding to queries and providing documentation as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or engineering discipline (e.g. Chemistry, Biology, Engineering) or equivalent relevant experience.
• Significant experience in a GMP-regulated environment with a focus on facilities and equipment qualification and validation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory requirements and guidelines.
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with risk-based approaches to validation and change management processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Proficiency with validation software, document management systems, and MS Office Suite.

Desirable Attributes

• Experience in commissioning, qualification, and validation projects for new facility start-ups or expansions.
• Familiarity with environmental monitoring, validation, and utility systems (HVAC, WFI, compressed gases, etc.).
• Project management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset and a proactive approach to compliance and operational excellence.

Location

This position is based onsite in Weybridge, UK.

Equal Opportunities

Haleon is committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected, all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people.

It’s important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong. During the application process, we may ask you to share some personal information which is entirely voluntary. This information ensures we meet certain regulatory and reporting obligations and supports the development, refinement, and execution of our inclusion and belonging programmes that are open to all Haleon employees. The personal information you provide will be kept confidential, used only for legitimate business purposes, and will never be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions.

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Note to candidates

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