Maintenance/ Facilities Engineer

Almac Group; Sharnford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Almac Group in Loughborough, England, is seeking a maintenance/facilities engineer for a 37.5 hour week (Mon–Fri, 10:00–16:00). The role involves preventative maintenance on pharmaceutical equipment, supervising contractors and ensuring regulatory documentation.

A multi‑skilled engineer or time‑served apprentice is suited for progression within a fast‑paced, regulated environment. You will work in a supportive team of 6, with training opportunities and potential for career development within the

Qualifications

• City & Guilds Level 2 in Mechanical or equivalent qualification.
• Post-apprenticeship maintenance experience in a regulated environment.
• Mechanical bias with hands‑on maintenance capability.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative maintenance on specialised pharmaceutical machinery.
• Supervise and coordinate contractors on site.
• Perform reactive maintenance and support site projects.
• Document maintenance activities to site and regulatory standards.

Skills

Multiskilled engineer

Preventive maintenance

Contractor supervision

Reactive maintenance

Regulatory documentation

Education

City & Guilds Level 2 in Mechanical

Post apprenticeship experience in maintenance

Mechanical bias

Job description

Maintenance/ facilities engineer Almac Group•Loughborough, England, GB

Location: Charnwood, Loughborough

Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday with 10:00-16:00 core hours.

Business Unit: Pharma Services

Open To: Internal and External Applicants

Ref No.: HRJOB11632

About the role

Are you a multi-skilled engineer or similar professional looking to join a leading global biopharma company at the forefront of cutting‑edge technology in R&D, diagnostic services, API manufacturing, formulation development, clinical trial supply services, and technologies?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

In this autonomous role, you will receive technical training and engage in preventative maintenance (PPMs) on specialised pharmaceutical machinery and site critical plant. Your responsibilities will include supervising and coordinating contractors, carrying out reactive maintenance, involvement with site engineering projects, coordinating with management, and ensuring all maintenance activities are properly documented to site and regulatory standards.

This dynamic position is perfect for a multi‑skilled engineer or time served apprentice ready to embark on a new career path offering potential for career progression and specialised training programs. You’ll be working within a supportive team of 6.

Joining Almac means becoming part of a fast‑paced, growing organisation within a highly regulated industry. We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, with excellent opportunities for learning, development and long‑term career progression across the Almac Group.

Our approach is simple – we support, develop and reward our people, build fulfilling careers and together we advance human health. More information can be found here; Life at Almac - Almac

Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK OR possess a valid work permit that will allow you to take up full time, permanent employment in the UK

• City & Guilds Level 2 in a Mechanical related Discipline (or equivalent)
• Post apprenticeship experience in a maintenance environment
• Mechanical bias.

Please review the job description attached for further information on job specific duties and desirable candidate criteria.