Overview
Are You Ready to Make an Impact at RSSL?
Join Our Mission to Transform Lives Through Science, Innovation and Collaboration. At Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL), we lead in scientific analysis, research, consultancy, and training. We provide services to the food, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods industries, as well as our parent company, Mondelez International. RSSL is dedicated to delivering world-class scientific solutions and outstanding customer service. RSSL has been recognised with awards including CRO of the Year at the 2023 OBN Awards, Employer of the Year, Enlightened Employer and Women in Business. If you are passionate about driving innovation and making a real impact, RSSL is the place for you.
Purpose
The primary objective is to ensure GMP to pharma/food regulations and security compliance for all sites. To maintain facilities operational performance by delivering proactive and reactive tasks covering four sites in Reading and Wokingham. Requires a hands-on approach and a team player with knowledge of facilities management and contractor management.
Responsibilities
* Support the Facilities Manager (FM) and PPM lead in maintaining and providing soft and hard facilities services to support the primary business functions at all RSSL sites.
* Ensure GMP to pharma regulations and security compliance for all sites.
* Prioritise and perform facilities requests, assist stakeholders within the business. Ensure actions and tasks are in line with SOPs and Facility software. Maintain Quality systems in line with SOPs through proactive and reactive activities.
* Take prompt action in emergency situations and arrange for contractors to assist; be available for out-of-hours planned maintenance and emergencies.
* Assist the FM in planning and carrying out modifications to labs, refurbishments, upgrades and enhancements.
* Identify equipment needing replacement or service; pre-emptively maintain equipment to prevent breakdowns and stoppages.
* Provide front-line support to the business, helping with breakdowns and emergency situations; perform remedial actions to ensure labs work effectively and safely.
* Issue permits to work (PTW) and check RAMS; ensure contractors work safely to Mondelez standards; monitor contractors for acceptable work standards.
* Seek quotes from approved suppliers to ensure value for money; ensure new equipment is fit for purpose.
* Assist on sustainability by monitoring energy usage and consumption and suggesting energy-saving measures.
* Knowledge of operating a Trend Building Management System (BMS) is advantageous; ability to troubleshoot or diagnose faults would be useful.
* Knowledge of Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) diagnostics and repair is advantageous.
* Perform handyman duties such as basic plumbing, shelving, furniture assembly and decorating.
* Drive the company van when required for deliveries of goods or samples to/from RSSL sites; collect supplies from cash and carry and builders’ merchants.
* Ensure contractor management complies with regulator and Mondelez policies with the issuing of PTWs supported by RAMS; physically check contractors on site to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.
* Act as stores cover and perform goods receipt / booking in and out materials and deliveries where necessary.
Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Language Requirements
* Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance C&G in building plant equipment
* Educated to GCSE standard, including English and Maths
* Full clean driving licence
* Computer literate to intermediate level (MS Office, Word, Excel, etc.)
* Excellent organisational skills, including time management and priority setting
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Strong communication skills; high standard of written and spoken presentation
* Experience in a similar facilities or hands-on role
* Experience in PPM preferred
* Fluent in English
More about this role
In return for your commitment, drive and enthusiasm, we offer an attractive benefits package within a highly successful international business that offers financial rewards and resources, including:
* Opportunities to learn and develop
* Performance Related Bonus scheme
* Contributory pension (between 8% to 11% employer contribution)
* Life assurance
* 27 days holiday allowance (possibility to buy 5 extra days) + bank holidays
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* A flexible benefits programme (gym discounts, private health insurance, restaurant discounts, etc.)
Business Unit Summary
Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL) is a cutting-edge contract research organisation (CRO), providing research, analysis and consultancy to the food, consumer goods and life science sectors. We take pride in being a leader in our field, serving clients from across 70 countries. Enriched by our parent company, Mondelez International, our team is committed to transforming lives through science, innovation and collaboration.
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RSSL is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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