Location of role
Oxford, UK
Department
Ops & Facilities
Key Responsibilities
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
Role responsibility for single site M&E service delivery, overseeing both an internal engineering team and third party vendors to ensure all supervised services are fully compliant and all planned maintenance is completed to specification and schedule across office and laboratory environments with high uptime and a strong HSE focus. The position will also play a key role in shaping the site’s M&E strategy, developing the supporting tools, and driving the implementation of best practice.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure all associated paperwork in relation to relevant statutory tests and inspections in collaboration with Facility Coordinator is collated and placed into the relevant file, system or tracker.
* Organize maintenance of building associated systems, coordinating remedial works with Facility Coordinator for all task outside of contract.
* Manage Building Management System (BMS) reviewing alarm logs at a minimum daily for critical alarms.
* Be the point of contact on site for registration of contractors, ensuring RAMS are in place and suitable ahead of scheduled / planned works, issuing and closing out of permits as required and inductions.
* Actively input and manage the control of contractor’s system, specifically with FM hard services contractors, including the issuance of the associated ‘Permits to Work’ and ‘Authority to Work’.
* Ensure statutory tasks of a ‘competent person’ in relation to emergency lighting, supporting the contractor in the monthly flick tests and supporting the electrical contractor with annual discharge tests.
* Ensure critical safety equipment is maintained as per schedule, also manage those contracts appointed directly to Immunocore e.g. 6 pack.
* Support and mentor other Facility Technicians taking the lead in emergencies or in periods of absence and advise as required.
* Actively participate in the ongoing development of CMMS (Agility) system.
* Provide Risk Assessments for works managed by Immunocore.
* Always ensure EH&S compliance and highlight any concerns to EH&S issues immediately. Identify and deal with issues on a pro‑active basis to ensure a clean, safe and tidy workplace.
* Troubleshoot equipment issues and facilitate corrective action for research and CL3 labs (HVAC, LEV, etc.).
* Complete designated pre‑planned and reactive tasks and document in Agility.
Other
* Acting as deputy / point of contact for Facilities related task in the absence of the Facilities Manager.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
* Time served engineer – Electrical or Mechanical discipline
* Understanding of BMS systems and operational plant rooms
* Competent awareness of EH&S issues
* Ability to use a CMMS system
* Confident in supervising contractors
Experience & knowledge
Essential Qualifications
* Typically requires 5+ years of related experience, or equivalent experience, preferably in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
* IOSH Managing Safely (D)
* Permit to Work systems.
* Knowledge of BMS and CMMS, AMICI knowledge is a plus.
* Have excellent communication skills to communicate effectively with the team, management, and other stakeholders.
* Minimum GCSE qualified or equivalent
Essential Experience
* Demonstrable knowledge and experience in meeting statutory requirements across an array of buildings
* Effectively managed a maintenance process using both in house and external resources
* Built effective relationships across all levels within a company including with senior internal clients and external parties, including subcontractors
* Thorough knowledge of H&S within the workplace with a key focus on science related disciplines
* Driver’s license
* Competent to carry out Risk Assessments (including general assessment, COSHH and manual handling)
Preferred Experience
* Worked within an office and laboratory environment
* Proficiency in using CMMS software.
* Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
* Good understanding of UK health and safety regulations as they apply to role
* Understanding of GLP/GMP standards and regulatory compliance requirements in a biotech environment.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Knowledge in AHU systems, boilers, water systems and lab equipment.
* Confident in carrying out and assessing statutory maintenance tasks.
* Understanding of BMS systems and operational plant rooms.
* Competent awareness of EH&S requirements.
Education & Qualifications
* IOSH Health & Safety training or equivalent (D)
* Contractor management
* Permit to Work systems
* Knowledge of BMS & CAFM and AMICI
COMPETENCIES
* Communication Proficiency.
* Time Management
* Collaboration Skills.
* Flexibility.
* Analytical Thinking - Tackling problems using a logical, systematic and sequential approach, identifying discrepancies and inconsistencies.
* Attention to Communication - Ensuring information is passed as required it, keeping managers informed on progress and problems, avoiding surprises.
* Diagnostic Information Gathering - Identifying the information required to clarify a situation, asking questions when required.
* Managing Self Performance - Taking responsibility for own performance, clarifying expectations and promptly notifying managers/colleagues of problems affecting potential completion of goals.
* Results Orientated - Focusing on desired results, overcoming obstacles and sometimes frustration, with an urgency to get things done.
* Teamwork - Working cooperatively as part of a team, actively listening and constructively responding to others’ ideas.
* Thoroughness - Ensuring work and information provided is complete, carefully reviewing and checking the accuracy of information and work.
IMMUNOCORE VALUES-ALL STAFF
* We lead with science to benefit patients
* We are entrepreneurial
* We value diversity to drive innovation
* We trust and respect each other
* We act with integrity
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office & laboratory environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, as well as DIY tools such as drills, screwdrivers etc. the ability to drive a van is essential.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is largely a physical role; however, some desk work is required. This role would require the ability to plan your daily workload and communicate effectively throughout the team and the business.
POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK / TRAVEL
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Thursday 0900-1730 hrs. Friday 0900-16.30 hrs. with unpaid lunch break of 45 minutes each day. No overnight travel is expected for this position. There may be occasional local day travel, flexibility is key as unsocial hours may be required at times.
About the Company
Immunocore (NASDAQ: IMCR) is a pioneering, commercial-stage T cell receptor biotechnology company whose purpose is to develop and commercialise a new generation of transformative medicines which address unmet patient needs in oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune disease. Our leaders in R&D are internationally recognised as some of the biotech industry’s most successful drug developers. We are creating not just an environment where great minds can interact but an innovation powerhouse answering the big questions.
Focused on delivering first‑in‑class biological therapies to patients, we have developed a highly innovative soluble TCR platform. Our ImmTAX molecules underpin a new generation of precision engineered drugs that harness the immune system to treat a broad spectrum of diseases with high unmet medical need, including oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune diseases.
At Immunocore, we recognise that our employees are our greatest asset. We value the unique contributions each person brings to our team. By embracing Science, Trust, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Entrepreneurship (STRIDE), we create an environment where collaboration thrives, ideas flourish, and transformative changes happen. STRIDE represents more than just letters; it embodies our shared identity and drives our mission. We are dedicated to developing breakthrough therapies that transform patients’ lives, advancing medicine, and supporting one another in these pursuits.
Immunocore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As such, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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