Instrument Engineer Trainee (Attach and Train Programme)

GlaxoSmithKline; Singapore; On-site; SGD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly training allowances

On-the-job training

GSK culture experience

Medical and insurance coverage

Transport to site

Job summary

The Attach and Train Programme (AnT) by GSK Singapore is a 15-month on-the-job training programme to build a pipeline of skilled professionals for Singapore’s biopharmaceutical manufacturing sector, with hands-on experience and mentorship.

Open to fresh graduates and mid-career individuals, Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents only. Based at our Jurong manufacturing site, the programme offers training allowances and a supportive, GMP-driven team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Control/Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Instrumentation experience in the process/pharma industry.
• Good understanding of local codes and Engineering Standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out implementation activities for plant modifications, capital projects and other identified plant improvement projects in line with defined specifications, budget and qualification of facilities in accordance with site to approved procedures.
• Lead the troubleshooting in Instrumentation and provide continuous improvements to process plant Maintain the site equipment and facility to high GMP standard meeting the regulatory expectations such that the site is always inspection ready.
• Apply continuous improvement mindset and knowledge to perform 5S and optimisation of maintenance and calibration activities/ frequencies and efficiency.
• Provide input to the project team of capital projects as well as develop and implement the maintenance plan for newly installed equipment.
• Provide site inputs to the development of Engineering Standards (ES) and Engineering Policy (EP).
• Monitor and enforce compliance measures (including safety) within their specific discipline to ensure inspection readiness of plant, as well as participate as an audit team member in the conduct of audits.
• Supervise, develop, and motivate technicians to help realize their maximum potential so as to contribute towards achieving the objectives of the department.
• Contribute to the development of the annual operating budget of the section to ensure achievement operational targets of section.
• Responsible for planning and implementing plant maintenance, managing of engineering resources during plant turnaround and prompt resolution of breakdowns, including engaging external assistance.
• To support the development of facility master plan to ensure compliance to engineering standards, management of obsolescence and asset replacement.
• To support customer complaints and deviation investigations and ensure that all relevant engineering corrective actions are completed within the agreed timeline.
• Prepare and issue Engineering Technical Report and provide input to Periodic Reviews and Annual Validation Report to ensure timely completion of the report.
• To manage the site computerized maintenance system and its data / records to ensure that the information is accurate and inspection ready at all time.
• To provide reports from the system and used as tools for maintenance decision

Skills

Effective communication

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Control/Electrical Eng

Job description

The Attach and Train Programme (AnT) is a structured talent development programme designed to build a pipeline of skilled professionals for Singapore’s advanced biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry, supporting both current and future workforce needs. As a trainee, you will go through a 15-month structured on-the-job training programme with GSK, gaining hands‑on experience, industry‑relevant skills, and mentorship from experienced professionals in a world‑leading biopharmaceutical environment. We welcome applications from both fresh graduates and mid‑career individuals who are passionate about developing a career in the biopharmaceutical manufacturing sector. Due to the nature of the programme and its eligibility requirements, we can only consider Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents.

• Carry out implementation activities for plant modifications, capital projects and other identified plant improvement projects in line with defined specifications, budget and qualification of facilities in accordance with site to approved procedures.
• Lead the troubleshooting in Instrumentation and provide continuous improvements to process plant Maintain the site equipment and facility to high GMP standard meeting the regulatory expectations such that the site is always inspection ready.
• Apply continuous improvement mindset and knowledge to perform 5S and optimisation of maintenance and calibration activities/ frequencies and efficiency.
• Provide input to the project team of capital projects as well as develop and implement the maintenance plan for newly installed equipment.
• Provide site inputs to the development of Engineering Standards (ES) and Engineering Policy (EP).
• Monitor and enforce compliance measures (including safety) within their specific discipline to ensure inspection readiness of plant, as well as participate as an audit team member in the conduct of audits.
• Supervise, develop, and motivate technicians to help realize their maximum potential so as to contribute towards achieving the objectives of the department.
• Contribute to the development of the annual operating budget of the section to ensure achievement operational targets of section.
• Responsible for planning and implementing plant maintenance, managing of engineering resources during plant turnaround and prompt resolution of breakdowns, including engaging external assistance.
• To support the development of facility master plan to ensure compliance to engineering standards, management of obsolescence and asset replacement.
• To support customer complaints and deviation investigations and ensure that all relevant engineering corrective actions are completed within the agreed timeline.
• Prepare and issue Engineering Technical Report and provide input to Periodic Reviews and Annual Validation Report to ensure timely completion of the report.
• To manage the site computerized maintenance system and its data / records to ensure that the information is accurate and inspection ready at all time.
• To provide reports from the system and used as tools for maintenance decision

Education / Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in the Control / Electrical Engineering discipline or any related fields of study

What will learn:

• Instrumentation experience in the process / pharmaceutical industry
• Basic awareness of industrial standards
• Good understanding of local codes and requirements
• Familiar and understanding of Engineering Standard (ES)
• SAP knowledge in Maintenance module will be advantage
• Effective communication skills
• Effective root cause analysis and provide relevant CAPA to prevent future occurrence

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
• Employee benefits including medical and insurance coverage, leave entitlements and onsite cafeteria benefits
• Transport to and from site to MRT stations in centralised locations all across Singapore

Where will I be based?

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

Skills

• Effective communication skills
• Effective root cause analysis and provide relevant CAPA to prevent future occurrence

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.

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