Onsite Facilities Lead - IFM & Operations

Biopharma Careers; Barnard Castle; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

GSK is seeking a Facilities Lead to head the onsite integrated facilities management team at Barnard Castle, collaborating with engineering, operations and suppliers to ensure high standards of delivery and safety. The role emphasizes practical engineering judgement, clear communication and a coaching mindset to deliver patient-focused manufacturing and support functions.

Based in the United Kingdom at the Barnard Castle site, the role is 5 days a week onsite, offering career growth and the

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in facilities management or related discipline.
• Strong experience in facilities management in a complex environment.
• Experience with contractor and supplier management and contract oversight.
• Clear communicator with stakeholder engagement and problem solving skills.
• Experience in budget management.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech or other highly regulated manufacturing settings.
• Experience with site master planning and long-term facilities strategy.
• Knowledge of environmental and energy reduction measures for utilities.
• Experience coaching and developing engineers in a matrix environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the IFM Programme at the Barnard Castle site. Ensuring effective delivery and high standards across each of the business units.
• Manage budgets, schedules and scope to meet performance safety and quality targets.
• Select, manage and coordinate contractors and suppliers for safe delivery.
• Coach and develop IFM team to build capability.
• Ensure compliance with site safety, environmental and engineering standards.

Skills

Asset Life Cycle Management

Data Integrity

Digital Fluency

GxP Regulations

Lean Management

Manufacturing Technologies

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Problem Solving

Risk Awareness

Standards Compliance

Education

Degree in facilities management

Job description

GSK is seeking a Facilities Lead to head the onsite integrated facilities management team at Barnard Castle, collaborating with engineering, operations and suppliers to ensure high standards of delivery and safety. The role emphasizes practical engineering judgement, clear communication and a coaching mindset to deliver patient-focused manufacturing and support functions.

Based in the United Kingdom at the Barnard Castle site, the role is 5 days a week onsite, offering career growth and the