Our Swindon facility houses our Zydis® fast dissolving tablet development and manufacturing operation as well as a CMC pharmaceutical analytical lab services unit that offers ASAP stability.
Position Summary
We have an opportunity for an Engineering Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will coordinate and supervise engineering contractors, ensuring compliance with site safety, GMP, and operational requirements. You will manage engineering work orders, oversee contractor onboarding, and support audits and compliance documentation. This position plays a key role in maintaining safe, efficient, and compliant site operations while driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Shift: Monday to Friday
Location: Swindon, UK
100% Onsite
The Role
Coordinate and supervise engineering contractors, ensuring site safety, GMP compliance, and operational requirements are met.
Review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) and issue permits to work before maintenance activities begin.
Manage planned and reactive maintenance work orders through the CMMS/JDE system, updating statuses and records.
Raise and manage engineering-related quality records, including deviations, change controls, and corrective actions.
Coordinate pest control activities, follow up on findings, and ensure corrective actions are completed.
Raise purchase orders, obtain quotations, process invoices, and support engineering purchasing activities.
Maintain accurate engineering documentation, including permits, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), contractor records, service agreements, and compliance paperwork.
Liaise daily with Engineering, Production, Quality, Environmental Health & Safety, Procurement, and external suppliers to ensure engineering work is completed safely and efficiently.
The Candidate
Minimum Requirements
Engineering, Project Management, or Scheduling background.
Excellent communication skills and confidence in speaking.
Engineering qualification, relevant engineering experience, is desirable.
Experience managing contractors within an engineering, facilities, manufacturing, or similar environment.
Experience reviewing Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) and issuing Permits to Work.
Experience using Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems; knowledge of JDE would be beneficial.
Good understanding of health and safety requirements; Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) or National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) qualifications are advantageous.
Ability to coordinate multiple contractors and activities in a fast-paced operational environment.
Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
Experience maintaining accurate engineering records and documentation.
Preferred Skills & Background
Organised and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Calm and methodical approach to work.
Primarily desk-based (around 80%) with some walking around for contractor spot checks.
Strong attention to detail and ability to extract key information from reports.
Excellent communication skills and confidence in speaking.
Proficient in PC use and report writing.
Experience with Trackwise system.
Why You Should Join Catalent
Our Swindon facility houses our Zydis® fast dissolving tablet development and manufacturing operation as well as a CMC pharmaceutical analytical lab services unit that offers ASAP stability.
Competitive Salary – Reflecting your experience and skills.
Bonus & Benefits – Includes a site performance bonus, a pension scheme matching up to 8% and life assurance. Enjoy a generous holiday entitlement that increases with tenure, with the option to purchase additional leave. Plus, gain access to Reward Gateway, offering discounts at many national retailers.
Career Development – Access high-quality training, mentoring, and cross-functional opportunities within Catalent’s global network. Benefit from a subscription to LinkedIn…