Engineering Manager Location: Hove Contract Type: Permanent Working hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am 5.00pm Salary: 55,000 Benefits: Rising holiday allowance to 26 days holiday plus UK bank holidays; pension; life assurance; bike to work scheme; health plan; free hot drinks vending; discount shopping portal; enhanced maternity / paternity; subsidised gym and values based awards. We offer free parking on site, easy access to the A27 and Hove Railway Station is within walking distance. Local buses also stop close by About Custom Pharma Services (CPS) Custom Pharma Services is an established contract development and manufacturing organisation with a broad portfolio of commercial and development products and has a proven track record of designing and developing new oral solid dose formulations to support clinical studies, followed by process development and scale up to successfully launch these new products. Our full-service Clinical to Commercial CDMO and holds various licences to operate a range of services which includes MIA, Specials, IMP, WDL, and Vet D. CPS is an independent OSD specialist pharma contract services provider and produces a range of formulation technologies including modified release and potent products such as hormones at low dose, which is achieved through an integrated new product development and introduction system that ensures we have a Flexible, Agile and Streamlined approach to deliver on Time and meet our customers expectations. Custom is an Investors in People Silver accredited workplace where teamwork and support is encouraged, and where every individual is valued and supported to achieve their full potential because if you can, then Custom Can! About the role Custom Pharma is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to support the Head of Engineering in delivering engineering functions across our Hove and Moulsecoomb sites. Youll lead root cause investigations for engineering-related nonconformances, CAPAs, and change controls, and drive a culture of continuous improvement using DMAIC techniques. Youll also manage capital projects to upgrade and replace our asset base, deputise for the Head of Engineering when required, and work closely with production and maintenance teams to maximise efficiency and compliance. Key Responsibilities Support the Head of Engineering to ensure all premises, equipment, and systems comply with current Health & Safety regulations, maintaining documentary evidence as needed. Collaborate with production departments to achieve shared goals for output, productivity, and machine efficiency. Lead and support maintenance engineers in analysing equipment failures and implementing effective CAPAs. Report weekly KPIs and communicate goal achievement to motivate staff within a continuous improvement culture. Manage equipment and plant calibration and maintenance programmes. Oversee contractors and service providers, ensuring value and safety in all works. Manage spares, including ordering and delivery processes. Lead and deliver capital projects to upgrade and replace company assets. Comply with all Health and Safety policies and procedures. Carry out any other reasonable tasks as requested by management. Experience Strong engineering background in a pharmaceutical or similar environment Proven ability to develop teams Understanding of current GMP and HSE requirements Experience delivering regulatory risk assessments (PUWER, LOLER, DSEAR, GSIUR, etc.) Maintenance management of manufacturing equipment, plant, and facilities Skills & Aptitude Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organisational and coordinating abilities Passion for right-first-time processes and root cause analysis Ability to negotiate and present ideas to a wide audience Adaptable, flexible, and hands-on approach Ability to identify and implement process and operational improvements Able to prioritise and manage multiple tasks and projects Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship, we do not hold a sponsorship licence. You may also have experience in the following: Engineering Manager, Maintenance Engineering Manager, Engineering Lead, Maintenance Manager, Engineering Supervisor, Pharmaceutical Engineering Manager, Facilities & Engineering Manager, Asset & Maintenance Manager, Technical Engineering Manager, Capital Projects Manager, GMP Engineering, Maintenance Management, Root Cause Analysis / RCA, CAPA Management, Continuous Improvement / DMAIC REF-225 208