Technical Operations Manager

Next Phase Recruitment Limited; Armagh; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Next Phase Recruitment Limited is recruiting for Head of Manufacturing Science & Technology in Northern Ireland. The role leads the MS&T function and drives technology transfer, lifecycle management and process improvement in a GMP environment.

The successful candidate will shape manufacturing strategy, partner across functions, and ensure regulatory compliance while promoting safety and quality on site.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Engineering, Pharmacy, or related discipline.
• 8+ years' pharmaceutical industry experience.
• Strong background in MS&T, Technical Operations, Manufacturing, or Engineering.
• Experience in technology transfer, product lifecycle management, and process improvement.
• Proven leadership and project management within a GMP environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the site MS&T function and technical strategy.
• Drive technology transfers, new product introductions, and commercialisation activities.
• Support process optimisation, troubleshooting, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner cross-functionally to deliver manufacturing excellence and regulatory compliance.
• Develop a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Skills

MS&T

Technical Operations

Manufacturing

Engineering

Education

Degree in Science/Engineering/Pharmacy

Job description

Overview

Head of Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T) - Northern Ireland (Onsite)

Are you an experienced MS&T Leader, Technical Operations Manager, or Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Specialist looking for your next career move?

We are seeking a Head of Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T) to join the Site Leadership Team of a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer. This is a key leadership role responsible for driving technical excellence across manufacturing, technology transfer, product lifecycle management, process optimisation, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the site MS&T function and technical strategy.


• Drive technology transfers, new product introductions, and commercialisation activities.


• Support process optimisation, troubleshooting, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives.


• Partner cross-functionally to deliver manufacturing excellence and regulatory compliance.


• Develop a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Essentials

• Degree in Science, Engineering, Pharmacy, or related discipline.


• 8+ years' pharmaceutical industry experience.


• Strong background in MS&T, Technical Operations, Manufacturing, or Engineering.


• Experience in technology transfer, product lifecycle management, and process improvement.


• Proven leadership and project management capability within a GMP environment.

Desirable experience

• Process development and validation.


• Scale-up and commercialisation projects.


• Regulatory compliance and inspection readiness.


• Lean/Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodologies.

Location

Northern Ireland (Onsite)

If you are a passionate pharmaceutical leader ready to drive technical innovation and manufacturing excellence, we would love to hear from you