Asset and Compliance Engineer in Cramlington

We are looking for an Asset and Compliance Engineer to join our Engineering team in Cramlington. Within this role, you will be responsible for planning and scheduling asset inspection and testing in line with, but not limited to, current PSSR, LOLER, LEV, COSHH, COMAH, Legionella and asbestos management to statutory and regulatory requirements.

Your responsibilities:

• Adhere to the Sterling lockout/tagout (LOTO) and permit-to-work procedures.
• Implementation and continuous improvement of site wide Engineering compliance programs within a GMP regulated environment.
• Subject matter expert (SME) for statutory and non-statutory Engineering inspections ensuring adherence to UK legislation, company standards and regulatory expectations.
• Lead the preparation, coordination and representation during HSE, FDA, MHRA and ISO audits.
• Oversee contractor performance, inspection scheduling and permit to work systems upholding high safety and compliance standards.
• Close collaboration with Safety Health and Environmental teams to align operational safety objectives.
• Develop and implement improved compliance tracking and documentation platforms for enhanced audit readiness.
• Embodying our company values, which are: be reliable, be caring, be transparent and be willing.

Requirements for the role:

• Demonstrate an understanding of governance of current Statutory Engineering Compliance and associated systems.
• Operate effectively both independently and as an integrated team member.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Audit leadership and internal audit experience desirable but not essential.
• General understanding of the chemical / Pharmaceutical industry is desirable, but not essential.
• Capable of prioritising, scheduling and executing statutory inspection in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with a can-do attitude.
• Working knowledge of PID’s and Hazardous area standards.
• Can demonstrate the ability to appropriately respond to situations with the necessary level of urgency.
• Minimum HNC in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.

How you will be rewarded:

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including bonus, pension scheme, private healthcare, Engagement Hub, cycle to work scheme, death in service coverage, on-site health and wellbeing support including medical consultations and physiotherapy, 24/7 employee assistance programme, employee referral scheme, sports and social club as well as opportunity for training and further career development.

Why consider Sterling?

Sterling Pharma Solutions is a global contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) with more than 50 years’ experience in developing and manufacturing Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs). This is complemented by Antibody Drug Conjugate (ADC) research, development and clinical manufacturing services.

We are a fast growing, dynamic business with facilities in the UK, US and Europe, where we employ talented and passionate people who support our customers in bringing new medicines to market, improving and saving the lives of patients.

Our culture and our way of working is what really sets us apart as a business; we aim to deliver an exceptional experience to our customers and our employees. You can expect to be part of a supportive team, all working towards a shared goal: to deliver first-class science and service to our customers every day.

How to apply:

If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online. For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please contact us.

Sterling Pharma Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.