Mechanical Engineer – GMP Plant Maintenance & On-Call

Accord Healthcare; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Bonus

Pension scheme

Job summary

Accord Healthcare Europe is seeking a Mechanical Engineer at our Fawdon site near Newcastle upon Tyne to maintain GMP-compliant facilities equipment and ensure safety.

You will report to the Site Facilities Engineer, perform planned maintenance, respond to breakdowns, participate in on-call rota, and drive improvements.

The role offers a competitive salary plus bonus and benefits in a dynamic, expanding global pharmaceutical environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified to NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
• Knowledge of cGMP would be beneficial but not essential.
• Desirable – Compex 11
• Up-to-date knowledge of regulatory, legal and HSE requirements relevant to their function

Responsibilities

• Ensure 100% completion of PMIs issued by Engineering Dept. Communicate issues that prevent completion or achievement of target.
• Take ownership of follow up to actions identified and close outstanding work in a timely manner; escalate if needed, ensure spares are ordered and stock checked.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns whilst on site.
• After probation, be part of an emergency callout register entailing one week in four on call.
• Actively identify improvement projects across site.
• Complete 5-WHYS for all breakdowns over the agreed duration and timely completion of 5-WHY input.
• Undertake regular plant walks to identify ongoing issues (unusual noises, smells, visual checks).
• Maintain organization and cleanliness in engineering areas.

Skills

cGMP knowledge

Education

NVQ level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Accord Healthcare Europe is seeking a Mechanical Engineer at our Fawdon site near Newcastle upon Tyne to maintain GMP-compliant facilities equipment and ensure safety.

You will report to the Site Facilities Engineer, perform planned maintenance, respond to breakdowns, participate in on-call rota, and drive improvements.

The role offers a competitive salary plus bonus and benefits in a dynamic, expanding global pharmaceutical environment.