Automation Project Manager – Hatfield

Phoenix Resourcing Services; Hatfield; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Automation Project Manager to spearhead projects within their SMART Factory programme. The role focuses on implementing operational technology and automation systems while ensuring compliance with industry standards in the pharmaceutical field. The candidate should possess strong project management skills and experience in robotics, with a degree in engineering or a related discipline. This position offers hybrid working, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Car/Car Allowance

Discretionary Bonus

Free onsite parking

Subsidised onsite restaurant

Learning and development opportunities

Well-being programs

Qualifications

• Experience delivering automation projects in manufacturing.
• Project management experience in pharmaceutical/medical device industry.
• Experience with advanced robotics and IT/OT connectivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead definition, planning, and execution of automation projects.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and guidance.
• Manage end-to-end project lifecycle and budget.

Skills

Project management

Automation systems

Robotics

SCADA

Education

Degree in engineering, automation, or related discipline

Project management certification (CAPM / PMP / Agile)

Health and Safety certification ISOH Working Safely

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Phoenix Resourcing Services

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Hatfield, United Kingdom

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18.06.2025

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02.08.2025

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Job Description:

Job reference: 000000000088309

Date posted: 13/05/2024

The role of the Automation Project Manager is to lead the definition, planning, and execution of projects within the strategic SMART Factory programme for the production facility.

Responsible for the end-to-end project lifecycle for the implementation of operational technology (OT), automation systems, and innovative proof-of-concept (POC) initiatives.

Responsible for secure and compliant control systems aligned to industry standards and pharmaceutical GAMP guidance.

What are we looking for?

• Prior experience delivering automation projects within a manufacturing environment.
• Developed project management experience from design through to configuration, implementation, commissioning, and validation.
• Project management experience attained within the pharmaceutical / medical device industry.
• Implementation of projects related to advanced robotics, cobots, or mobile robotics.
• Implementation of projects related to SCADA and IT / OT connectivity.
• Degree qualification in engineering, automation, or related engineering discipline.
• CEng / IEng or working towards professional status.
• Professional membership (i.e., BCS, IET, ISPE).
• Project management certification (i.e., CAPM / PMP / Agile).
• Health and Safety certification ISOH Working Safely / Managing Safety (or similar).

What we offer in return

• A competitive salary and an excellent wider benefits package that includes,
• Hybrid working (depending on role)
• Car/Car Allowance (depending on role)
• Electric charging points for Electric/Hybrid vehicles
• Discretionary Bonus
• Free onsite parking
• Subsidised onsite restaurant and coffee shop
• Learning and development opportunities
• Well-being & mental health awareness programmes
• Multi-faith prayer room

You will also be based out of our excellent EMEA Knowledge Centre (EKC) facility, which is our EU Headquarters, and offers an inclusive, and collaborative working environment.
Kyle Johnson