Engineering Coordinator - Operations

<p style="text-align:left"><b>Work Schedule</b></p>Rotational M-F days<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Environmental Conditions</b></p>Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Working at heights<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b><u>Job Description</u></b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><div><p><b>Engineering Coordinator – Operations</b></p><p><b>Location:</b> Swindon, UK (Kingfisher Drive)<br /><b>Shift Pattern:</b> Monday–Friday | Rotating Early &amp; Late Double-Day Shifts<br /> </p><p><b>About Thermo Fisher Scientific</b></p><p>At Thermo Fisher Scientific, our mission is simple yet powerful: <b>to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.</b></p><p>With over $40 billion in annual revenue and the largest R&amp;D investment in the industry, we offer our colleagues the tools, support, and opportunities to make a real global impact—every single day.</p><p><br /><b>The Opportunity</b></p><p>We’re looking for a <b>hands-on Engineering Coordinator – Operations</b> to lead and support engineering activities within our pharmaceutical manufacturing site in Swindon.</p><p>This is a <b>shift-based leadership role (60% leadership / 40% hands-on)</b> where you’ll manage a team of 4-5 shift maintenance engineers while remaining close to the equipment and operations. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring <b>equipment reliability, rapid response to issues, and full compliance with GMP and safety standards.</b></p><p>If you enjoy leading teams, solving technical challenges in real time, and driving continuous improvement in a regulated environment—this role is built for you.</p><p></p><p><b>What You’ll Be Doing</b></p><ul><li>Lead, supervise, and support a team of shift maintenance engineers</li><li>Coordinate <b>planned and reactive maintenance</b> activities during your shift</li><li>Act as the <b>primary engineering contact for Operations</b></li><li>Ensure rapid, effective response to breakdowns and emergencies</li><li>Allocate engineering resources to meet production priorities</li><li>Manage external contractors and vendors</li><li>Lead structured <b>shift handovers</b> to ensure continuity</li><li>Ensure all activities meet <b>GMP, safety, and quality standards</b></li><li>Review and close work orders in the CMMS system</li><li>Escalate technical, safety, or quality concerns appropriately</li><li>Coach and develop team members, including performance management</li><li>Promote a strong <b>safety-first and continuous improvement culture</b></li></ul><p></p><p><b>What We’re Looking For</b></p><p><b>Experience &amp; Knowledge</b></p><ul><li>Experience in <b>pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing</b> (preferred)</li><li>Strong leadership experience within an engineering environment</li><li>Knowledge of <b>GMP, compliance, and health &amp; safety standards</b></li><li>Experience with <b>CMMS and maintenance planning systems</b></li><li>Familiarity with <b>continuous improvement tools (e.g., RCA)</b></li><li>Understanding of manufacturing equipment (e.g., filling lines, packing)</li><li>Knowledge of utilities systems such as <b>HVAC, clean steam, water systems, and compressed gases</b></li><li>Cleanroom experience (desirable)</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Skills &amp; Competencies</b></p><ul><li>Strong leadership and team coordination skills</li><li>Confident communicator with effective shift handover ability</li><li>Calm decision-making in time-critical situations</li><li>Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis capability</li><li>High attention to detail and “right first time” mindset</li><li>Proactive, safety-focused, and improvement-driven approach</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Personal Attributes</b></p><ul><li>Positive, resilient, and solution-oriented</li><li>Calm and organised under pressure</li><li>Self-motivated with a flexible, proactive mindset</li><li>Strong team player who can influence and motivate others</li><li>Able to manage competing priorities and tight timelines</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>GCSEs (or equivalent) in English &amp; Maths (Grade 4 or above)</li><li>Engineering Apprenticeship (Level 3 NVQ or equivalent) – Mechanical or Electrical</li><li>HNC (Level 4&#43;) or equivalent in an engineering discipline</li><li>3–5 years’ experience in a maintenance engineering role</li><li>Experience with CMMS systems</li><li>Awareness of Process Safety systems (e.g., <b>PTW, LOTO, Confined Space, Working at Height</b>)</li></ul><p></p><p><b>What We Offer</b></p><ul><li>Competitive salary &#43; shift allowance &#43; bonus</li><li>Structured leadership development and technical training</li><li>Clear career progression within a global organisation</li><li>A collaborative, inclusive, and safety-driven work environment</li></ul><p><br /><b>Ready to Apply?</b></p><p>If you’re a driven engineering professional looking to step into a leadership role where you can make a tangible impact—<b>we’d love to hear from you.</b></p><p></p></div><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p>