Senior Equipment Officer

A global pharmaceutical organisation in North Wales is seeking an experienced Senior Equipment Officer (QC Systems) to play a key role in leading a team to manage and maintain critical laboratory equipment and computerised systems. The ideal equipment officer would be someone with strong experience working in a GMP analytical or QC laboratory doing computer system validation (CSV) who wants experience leading a team. The suitable equipment officer would have the following responsibilities. Responsibilities * Lead a team responsible for calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of QC equipment. * Provide technical expertise on laboratory instrumentation, from procurement and qualification through to validation and lifecycle management. * Manage and support GMP-relevant QC computerised systems (e.g., Empower), including user administration, audit trail reviews, and data integrity compliance. * Deliver validation activities, including protocol writing and execution, particularly for computer system validation (CSV). * Support QC operations through deviation investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective actions. * Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and quality within QC. Requirements * Strong laboratory experience in a pharmaceutical (or equivalent GMP-regulated) environment. * Sound knowledge of QC analytical techniques and instrumentation (e.g., Karl Fischer titrators, chromatography data systems). * Experience with computerised systems, ideally CDS software such as Empower, and a grounding in Computer System Validation (CSV). * Proven troubleshooting on QC instrumentation (HPLC and KF) and systems. * Supervisory or project leadership experience, with the ability to motivate and develop a team. * Strong communicator with a proactive attitude. What’s on Offer * Competitive salary (£40,000 – £50,000) * Pension scheme with matched contributions (7%) * Rewards platform with discounts on shopping, holidays, and more * Generous holiday allowance * Salary sacrifice schemes * Subsidised canteen & sports/social club * Free onsite parking This is a great opportunity to join a global pharmaceutical organisation lead a team and grow your instrumentation and equipment skills. If this appeals to you, apply and I will be in touch