Job Introduction
Engineering Planner & Compliance Coordinator
Location: Elanco Speke, Fleming Road, Speke, Liverpool, L24 9LN
Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum + Excellent Sodexo Benefits
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Client: Global Pharmaceutical Manufacturer | Flagship GMP Manufacturing Facility
Join a High-Profile Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Site
Sodexo is seeking an Engineering Planner & Compliance Coordinator to join our team at a flagship pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Speke, Liverpool.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role within a highly regulated GMP environment, coordinating engineering, maintenance and compliance activities that support critical manufacturing operations.
Working closely with engineering teams, specialist contractors and client stakeholders, you will be responsible for maintenance planning, contractor management, permit-to-work processes, compliance coordination and the delivery of small engineering projects. This role offers excellent exposure to engineering operations, facilities management and compliance leadership within one of the most demanding and rewarding sectors in industry.
If you enjoy planning, organising, problem-solving and driving high standards of safety and compliance, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Be Doing
Engineering Planning & Coordination
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Coordinate planned and reactive maintenance activities through CMMS and work management systems.
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Schedule engineering resources and contractor activities to ensure efficient service delivery.
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Prioritise work orders and monitor progress against agreed KPIs and service levels.
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Support engineering teams with planning, scheduling and workload management.
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Attend and support engineering planning meetings and daily operational reviews.
Compliance & Safe Systems of Work
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Review and coordinate permits to work, risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).
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Conduct site inspections, safety walk-downs and compliance checks.
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Ensure engineering activities are delivered in accordance with GMP, GxP, Health & Safety legislation and site procedures.
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Support contractor control processes and ensure compliance with site standards.
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Maintain accurate maintenance, compliance and audit records.
Contractor & Stakeholder Management
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Coordinate specialist contractors and service providers across the site.
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Act as a key point of contact between engineering teams, contractors and client stakeholders.
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Monitor contractor performance and ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to specification.
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Build strong relationships with operational teams and client representatives to support excellent service delivery.
Projects & Continuous Improvement
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Manage small engineering and facilities projects from quotation through to completion.
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Raise purchase requisitions and support budgetary controls where required.
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Support site refurbishment, improvement and infrastructure projects.
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Identify opportunities to improve planning processes, maintenance delivery and operational performance.
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Produce KPI reports and management information to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for a proactive and organised professional who thrives in a fast-paced engineering environment and enjoys coordinating multiple workstreams while maintaining exceptional standards of safety, compliance and customer service.
Essential Skills & Experience
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Experience within engineering maintenance, facilities management, technical services, manufacturing, pharmaceutical or other regulated environments.
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Proven experience coordinating maintenance activities, contractors or engineering services.
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Experience using CMMS, CAFM or work management systems.
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Knowledge of permit-to-work systems, RAMS and contractor control procedures.
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Strong planning, organisational and prioritisation skills.
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office and digital reporting systems.
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Strong attention to detail with a compliance-focused mindset.
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
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Understanding of Health & Safety requirements within operational environments.
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Comfortable carrying out site inspections and working at height where required.
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Awareness of GMP, GxP or regulated working environments.
Desirable
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IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate.
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Previous experience within pharmaceutical, life sciences, FMCG or manufacturing environments.
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Engineering, electrical, mechanical or facilities management background.
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Experience managing compliance programmes including fire safety, Legionella or statutory inspections.
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Project management qualification such as PRINCE2, APM or equivalent.
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Experience supporting engineering compliance audits and regulatory inspections.
Why Join Sodexo?
Working with Sodexo is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger.
You'll join a supportive and collaborative team delivering critical engineering services within a world-class pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. We are committed to helping our colleagues develop professionally, take ownership of their careers and make a meaningful impact every day.
What We Offer
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Competitive salary of up to £35,000 per annum
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Access to a comprehensive online wellbeing platform
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Employee Assistance Programme providing practical, emotional, legal and financial support
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24/7 Virtual GP Service
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Sodexo Discounts Scheme with savings across hundreds of major retailers
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Company Pension Scheme
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Ongoing learning and development opportunities
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Career progression within a global organisation
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Bike to Work Scheme
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Enhanced Sodexo UK & Ireland benefits and leave policies
Career Development
This role provides excellent exposure to engineering operations, compliance management, contractor management and facilities services within a highly regulated pharmaceutical environment.
It offers a strong platform for future progression into Engineering Planning, Compliance Management, Facilities Management, Technical Services or Operational Leadership positions.
Ready to make an impact on a flagship pharmaceutical site?
Apply today and join Sodexo in delivering safe, compliant and world-class engineering services that support the manufacture of life-changing products.
