Engineering Administrator

OXB; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading viral vector CDMO in the United Kingdom is seeking an Engineering Administrator to manage maintenance schedules and ensure efficient operation of assets. Responsibilities include administering maintenance scheduling software, managing purchasing for engineering spares, and collaborating with departments to maximize uptime. Ideal candidates will have a minimum GCSE in Maths and English, with experience in preventative maintenance and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This role offers competitive rewards and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive rewards and benefits

Wellbeing programs

Development opportunities

Supportive colleagues

State-of-the-art facilities

Qualifications

• Minimum GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths & English.
• Preferred experience in preventative maintenance.
• Experience with ERP or CMMS systems.

Responsibilities

• Administer the asset maintenance scheduling software.
• Ensure all planned maintenance is completed as scheduled.
• Manage purchasing activities for critical engineering spares.
• Collaborate to organize asset availability and maximize equipment uptime.
• Manage contractors through permits to work.

Skills

Administration of maintenance scheduling software

Problem-solving

Strong communication skills

Numerical reasoning skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Minimum GCSE in Maths & English

Tools

ERP systems

CMMS systems

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an Engineering Administrator to join the Engineering team. The purpose of this role is to ensure adherence to the maintenance schedule with internal and external resource assignment.

Our Engineering team manages various building and infrastructure changes across all our workplaces. This includes external and internal redevelopment projects, equipment maintenance, and repairs, while ensuring our premises remain secure, safe, and clean for our employees.

Your responsibilities in this role include:

1. Administering the asset maintenance scheduling software.
2. Ensuring all planned maintenance is completed as scheduled, with monthly reports on completion rates and issues.
3. Managing purchasing activities for critical engineering spares.
4. Collaborating with departments to organize asset availability and maximize equipment uptime.
5. Managing contractors through permits to work.

We are looking for:

• Minimum GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths & English.
• Preferred experience in preventative maintenance in a GMP environment.
• Experience with ERP or CMMS systems.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and solve problems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Strong communication and numerical reasoning skills.

About Us:

OXB is a leading viral vector CDMO focused on innovation, with over 25 years of experience in viral vectors, supporting the development and manufacturing of gene therapies. We collaborate with top pharmaceutical and biotech companies to deliver life-changing therapies worldwide.

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive rewards and benefits.
• Wellbeing programs.
• Development opportunities.
• Supportive colleagues in a diverse, inclusive environment.
• State-of-the-art facilities.

We want you to feel inspired every day. We’re future-focused and growing rapidly. Join us to succeed through passion, commitment, and teamwork.

Join us in collaborating, contributing, and changing lives.