Technical Expert

Ipsen Biopharm Ltd; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ipsen Biopharm Ltd in Wrexham is seeking a Technical Expert – Facilities & Utilities to provide technical leadership for critical site utility and facility systems, ensuring reliable, compliant operations and driving continuous improvement. This is a days-based role on site at our Wrexham site.

The successful candidate will own designated systems (steam, water for injection, purified water, compressed air, ventilation) and partner with OEMs and contractors to optimise performance, maintain audit

Qualifications

• Experience in a facilities and utilities focused role in manufacturing.
• Junior candidates considered with relevant degree and some experience.
• Curious, able to problem solve, and willing to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME and System Owner for facilities and utilities systems, ensuring safe, compliant, and reliable operation.
• Develop and implement maintenance, reliability, and asset lifecycle strategies to maximise performance.
• Lead technical troubleshooting, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support CAPEX projects, including commissioning, qualification, and handover of new equipment.
• Manage relationships with OEMs, contractors, and service providers while mentoring colleagues.
• Ensure GMP, engineering, statutory, and EHS compliance and audit readiness across systems.

Skills

Facilities & Utilities

Problem solving

Learning mindset

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

Title

Technical Expert - Facilities & Utilities Company: Ipsen Biopharm Ltd

About Ipsen

Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation. Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society! For more information, visit us at https://www.ipsen.com/ and follow our latest news on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Job Description

At Ipsen, we are committed to improving the lives of patients, with a special focus on advancing neuroscience therapies. Our Wrexham site is a vital part of this mission, delivering cutting-edge solutions in a dynamic and collaborative environment. We are proud to be Pharma Company of the Year 2025 and 2026, Great Place to Work certified and a Shingo Bronze Medallion holder, reflecting our commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. With a recent £24 million investment in the site and a further £86.4 million expansion underway, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. If you are passionate about making an impact and want to be part of a team that values growth, innovation, and excellence, then Ipsen could be where you thrive! We're looking for a Technical Expert – Facilities & Utilities to provide technical leadership for critical site utility and facility systems, ensuring reliable, compliant, and efficient operations while driving continuous improvement across the site. This is a days based position.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert and System Owner for designated facilities and utilities systems, ensuring safe, compliant, and reliable operation. (i.e Plant Steam, Water for Injection, Pure Steam, Compressed Air, Refrigeration/Ventilation)
• Develop and implement maintenance, reliability, and asset lifecycle strategies to maximise equipment performance and availability.
• Lead technical troubleshooting, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and improve reliability.
• Support CAPEX projects, including commissioning, qualification, and handover of new equipment and infrastructure.
• Manage relationships with OEMs, contractors, and specialist service providers while mentoring and developing engineering colleagues.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, engineering, statutory, and EHS requirements, maintaining audit readiness across assigned systems.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Experience from a similar facilities and utilities focussed role in a manufacturing environment. (i.e Plant Steam, Water for Injection, Pure Steam, Compressed Air, Refrigeration/Ventilation)
• We would also consider more junior candidates who have some experience in a similar role alongside a relevant degree.
• Curious, able to problem solve, and willing to learn and develop.

Equality and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported; where we embrace "The Real Us". The value we place on different perspectives and experiences drives our commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities. When we include diverse ways of thinking, we make more thoughtful decisions and discover more innovative solutions. Together we strive to better understand the communities we serve. This means we also want to help you perform at your best when applying for a role with us. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let the recruitment team know. This information will be handled with care and will not affect the outcome of your application.

Employee Commitment

At Ipsen, each employee makes a real impact. Our teams are passionate about what they do because they care about making a difference in patients’ lives. We invest in our employees to support life-changing projects that create positive impact for patients and society.