Automation Engineer

Job description

Details:
Our Company
At GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) we are dedicated to improving the quality of human life by enabling people to do more, feel better, live longer. GSK is one of the world's leading research based healthcare companies, with over 100,000 employees in 150 countries across our Pharmaceuticals, Vaccines and Consumer Healthcare business.

We are proud of the difference we make and in 2016, FORTUNE Magazine ranked GSK #1 on its list of companies that are changing the world. The 'Change the World' list recognises companies that have made significant progress in sustainable, scalable approaches to addressing societal problems as part of their company strategy. Put simply, our focus is on improving access and affordability of medicines, regardless of where people live or their ability to pay.

GSK has been present in Asia for over 50 years and our commitment to the region is strengthened by the establishment of our purpose-built headquarters for Asia. Situated in Singapore, GSK Asia House is a further step in our long-standing strategy to grow and diversify our company - emphasizing the globally balanced business we have built over the years. To better support Asia, we focus on developing talent to improve our ability to make the right decisions for healthcare professionals, patients and consumers across the region.

GSK was the first pharmaceutical company to set up manufacturing operations in Singapore, growing to be one of GSK's largest manufacturing centres outside of the UK.. The Jurong facility manufactures 16 active pharmaceutical ingredients used in a variety of GSK prescription medicines for the treatment of respiratory, HIV, gastro-intestinal, allergy, anti-viral and neurological conditions. Our second GMS site is Quality Road, one of the world's largest amoxicillin facilities and Singapore's first pharmaceuticals manufacturing plant.

The Role
You will maintain and manage plant automation and control systems to deliver quality products by ensuring maximum plant availability and compliance to Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS), Regulatory at all times at the right cost. That includes carrying out preventive maintenance, optimization and improvement activities for the site automation and control systems. You will provide support for troubleshooting and startup/shutdown of the site automation and control systems. You will initiate and lead continuous improvement activities for automation and control systems to improve safety, regulatory compliance and cost. And you will also support investigation, plant improvement initiatives and capital projects on automation and control systems.

What We Can Offer You
GSK's dedication to the wellbeing of our employees is reflected in the benefits we offer; including healthcare for yourself and dependents, performance related bonus, long term incentives and a host of other flexible offerings you can tailor to your own preferences. We also offer a range of employee health and wellbeing programs including our truly unique Partnership for Prevention program, a global commitment by GSK to provide all employees with up to 40 preventative healthcare services bringing to life our mission to: do more, feel better and live longer.

Application Process
At GSK we value diversity and treat all candidates equally. We aim to create an inclusive workplace where all employees feel engaged, supportive of one another, and know their work makes an important contribution.

If you would like to join us in innovating and inspiring changes in the industry, we urge you to apply.

Closing date for applications: 21-MAY-2107
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Contact information:
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Desired profile

Basic qualifications:
The Ideal Candidate:
You must possess a Degree in Engineering (preferably in Chemical or Electrical & Electronics). You will come with either minimum 2-3 years of relevant automation experience or relevant working experience in Pharmaceutical, chemical or petrol-chemical industry. Knowledge of control systems is essential, specifically in DeltaV DCS and PLC will be advantageous. You should have track records of proven troubleshooting skills. You need to have knowledge of cGMP, strong compliance (rules, regulations & Procedures) and continuous improvement mindset. You should also come with proven strong leadership in managing project & contractors, leading investigations or troubleshooting. Whilst you should be mature and able to work independently, you should also have the ability to work well in a team and across functions.

Preferred qualifications:
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