Facilities Supervisor
Nottingham, England
Facilities – Facilities /
Full time /
On-site
Background
Sygnature Discovery is a world-leading integrated drug discovery Contract Research Organisation based in the UK and Canada with its headquarters in Nottingham and additional facilities in Alderley Park, Macclesfield, Glasgow, Montreal and Quebec City. Its employees of over 1,000, which includes 900 scientists, partners with global pharma, biotech and NFP organisations.
Since 2004, Sygnature Discovery has delivered over 40 novel pre-clinical and 22 clinical compounds, with its scientists named on over 170 patents. Therapeutic areas of expertise include oncology, inflammation and immunology, neuroscience, metabolic diseases, infectious diseases, fibrotic diseases and more. To find out more, please visit www.sygnaturediscovery.com.
About the role
Working closely with the Facilities Manager and Head of Site Operations, the Facilities Supervisor will play a key role in the efficient running of the laboratories and offices at our Nottingham site. Reporting to the Facilities Manager, the Facilities Supervisor will oversee the successful delivery of facilities support, line manage the laboratory technicians and will also be involved in several additional activities to support the day-to-day running of the site.
The Opportunity:
- Working in close conjunction with both the lab tech team and scientists in providing day to day laboratory support. Ensuring the completion of the facilities core duties & tasks for efficient and safe working in the labs, including collection and distribution of deliveries, timely collection and safe removal of waste, PAT testing, decontamination of equipment etc.
- Line management and development of laboratory technicians and working with them on their appraisals, training needs and development plans.
- Working closely with the Facilities Manager and Head of Site Operations to ensure the smooth running of the Nottingham facilities.
- Being the facilities point of contact for heads of department on site and ensuring effective communication.
- Being a point of contact for external engineers, contractors and suppliers for the site.
- Ensuring Permit to Work forms are completed and registered.
- Deputising facilities manager in asset management and equipment maintenance
- Deputising for Facilities Manager in the day-to-day liaison with the Landlord’s facilities, security, and delivery dock personnel.
- Purchasing and coordination of furniture orders in liaison with the Facilities Manager and Head of Site Operations.
- Attendance of monthly lab captains’ meetings as the facilities representative for Nottingham.
- Assist with ad-hoc projects as and when required.
- Ensuring all facilities tickets are dealt with in a timely manner.
- Facilities equipment is inspected on a regular basis and remains fully compliant.
- Ensure lab tech office is clean, tidy and clutter free at all times.
- H&S responsibilities:
- Report on H&S incidents at monthly Facilities meetings.
- Work closely with site H&S representative to promote a safe working environment by identifying areas of improvement.
- Ensure that all mandatory training for self and lab tech team is up to date and recorded.
- Represent Facilities in monthly H&S tours with site H&S representatives.
- Ensure any H&S concerns are raised immediately to Facilities and H&S management.
Key Requirements:
- Previous experience in facilities, as a Lab Technician or Lab Manager is essential.
- Previous experience of working in a Lab is essential, working within a CRO environment is desirable but not essential
- Team Leader / Line Management experience is essential.
- Good understanding of lab equipment and basic maintenance requirements
- An understanding of HVAC systems and general plant equipment.
- Able to partner with internal customers and demonstrate strong internal customer focus.
- Able to proactively respond to changing deadlines and priorities.
- A flexible and positive can-do attitude.
- Continuously seek to improve processes with efficiency and H&S in mind.
- Take pride in the workplace and its appearance.
Benefits
Here at Sygnature Discovery, we take pride in offering an excellent training and benefits package. As a valued employee, you will be entitled to:
- 25 days annual leave (rising with service) plus bank holidays, and buy/sell scheme
- Private Medical Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programme and mental health first aiders
- Enhanced Family Friendly Policies
- Sygnature Group Pension Scheme
- 1 paid volunteer day per year
- A host of flexible benefits to support your wellbeing and lifestyle
Why Sygnature Discovery
At Sygnature Discovery, we embody excellence in everything we do. From pioneering research to ground-breaking discoveries, we set the standard for scientific innovation. But it's collaboration that truly defines us. Across continents and disciplines, we unite to solve complex challenges, driven by a shared passion for improving lives worldwide.
We understand the importance of creating a work environment that empowers you to thrive. That’s why we have fostered a culture of collaboration and support, providing pathways for both professional and personal development. This includes a diverse range of bespoke training and development designed to accelerate both your personal and career growth.
We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion throughout our organisation. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, age, family or parental status, beliefs, nationalities and religions. We strive to cultivate an inclusive environment where all our colleagues feel empowered to bring their true selves to work.
If you’re interested in joining a company that places people at the heart of its business, please submit your application as soon as possible as we will be interviewing on an ongoing basis.
If you have any questions or need further information, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at careers@sygnaturediscovery.com. Please do not submit your application to this email address.
For more information on life at Sygnature Discovery, visit www.sygnaturediscovery.com/careers
