Career Conversion Programme (AnT) - Operations Technician (Pilot Plant)

Biopharma Careers; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly training allowances (CPF-exemp

On-the-job training with diverse team

GSK culture experience

Job summary

GSK Singapore invites applicants to join the Career Conversion Programme (CCP) for Advanced Biopharmaceuticals Manufacturing Executives/Professionals. This 15-month on-the-job training with structured development and GMP/EHS exposure offers an entry path into biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

Only Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents are considered, with CPF-exempted training allowances. The trainee will set up, maintain and repair Pilot Plant Equipment and instruments, calibrate and

Qualifications

• NTC/ITC/Diploma in Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences or Bio-processing related disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair all instruments and equipment in the Pilot Plant.
• Coordinate external resources (mechanical, instrument, automation or electrical) for troubleshooting.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance activities and ensure safety, quality and cost effectiveness.

Skills

Trouble shooting

Maintenance

Calibration

Coordination

Education

Diploma (Chemical/Pharmaceutical/Life Sciences/Bio-processing)

Job description

The Career Conversion Programme (CCP) (Attach-and-Train) for Advanced Biopharmaceuticals Manufacturing Executives/Professionals is a talent development programme aimed at building the next generation of skilled manpower for Singapore’s Biopharmaceuticals manufacturing industry in anticipation of hiring demand.

The training programme is a 15 months of structured on-the-job training with GSK. Due to the nature of the programme, we can only consider Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents. Kindly note that monthly training allowances are CPF exempted.

For more information, please visit Career Conversion Programmes (CCP) for Individuals

Role Description:

Set-up, maintain and repair Pilot Plant Equipment and Instrument to maximise plant availability and minimise product changeover times within the framework of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and EHS.

Trainee to be involved in:

• Responsible for trouble shooting and repairing all instruments and equipment in the Pilot Plant
• Decide on the trouble shooting approach to be taken and determine whether external resources (i.e. mechanical, instrument, automation or electrical) are required
• Coordinate external resources, to trouble shoot and repair equipment and instruments
• Perform routine preventative maintenance activities
• Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out safely, cost effectively and to a very high quality
• Assist Mechanical Technicians in disassembling and re-assembling activities associated with equipment cleanouts to allow product changeovers
• Calibrate and set-up instruments prior to new product campaigns.
• Install and set-up instruments associated with mobile Pilot Plant equipment
• Carry out implementation activities for minor plant modifications and capital projects, in line with defined specifications and budget
• Communicate with the Shift Superintendent to prioritise the various maintenance and troubleshooting activities to be performed and report on the progress of all actions and on any escalation activities performed
• Liaise with shift-based Instrument Technicians on other plants, as well as with mechanical and electrical technicians, the Automation Team and external contractors when external maintenance resources are required
• Recommend spares to be kept as stock and tools to be purchased.
• Take personal responsibility for quality in all aspects of maintenance work that impact product quality
• All work to be carried out in accordance to the permit-to-work system
• Prepare Instrument trouble shooting and maintenance procedures.
• Train the Pilot Plant Mechanical Technicians in basic Instrument maintenance and trouble shooting activities
• Ensure the cost effectiveness of all maintenance jobs by initiating and implementing Lean Sigma activities focusing on instrument reliability and maintenance standardisation
• Provide timely technical advice to other departments to assist in continuous improvement processes
• Ability to interpret and apply Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) knowledge

We are looking for you with below attributes:

• NTC/ITC/Diploma in Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences or Bio-processing related disciplines

What you will learn:

• Demonstrate commitment to cGMP, EHS compliance aspects of clean-room plant operation
• Excellent self-motivated team player with hands‑on attitude and good communication skills
• Ability to understand, apply and evaluate basic chemistry, biology and physical principles
• Ability and willingness to work any shift in support of operations that may include 24/7

What do we offer?

• Monthly training allowances (not subject to CPF contributions)
• On-the-job training while working with a diversified team of professionals
• Understand and experience the GSK Culture
• Implement technical knowledge and skills that you have acquired
• Apply and develop soft skills such as interpersonal, communications and negotiation skills
• Transport to and from site to MRT stations in centralised locations all across Singapore

Kindly note that our technician roles are operating on 12-hours shift operations from January 2025.

Where will I be based?

You will be based at one of our manufacturing site in Singapore near Jurong.

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We embrace an agile working culture across our roles, so if flexibility is important to you please discuss opportunities with our hiring team. If you need any adjustments to the recruitment process to help you demonstrate your strengths and capabilities, contact [e-mail] . Please note this email is for adjustment requests only; for other enquiries please use our standard contact channels.

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