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 a Utlities Maintenance Shift Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will ensure the safe and efficient operation of utility systems and equipment. You will perform planned maintenance, respond to breakdowns, and support continuous improvement initiatives. This position is key to maintaining reliability, compliance, and operational excellence across the site.
- Shift: 2 days 2 nights 4 days off
- Location: Swindon, UK
- 100% Onsite
The Role
Ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of utility systems and associated plant equipment across the site
Deliver planned preventative maintenance, effective fault diagnosis, and breakdown response
Drive continuous improvement activities to maximise equipment reliability, plant uptime, product quality, and energy efficiency
Provide technical expertise within a regulated Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environment
Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements
Collaborate with production teams, contractors, and project teams to deliver sustainable improvements and operational excellence
The Candidate
Proven engineering experience in a maintenance or utilities environment
Completed a recognised relevant apprenticeship or equivalent Mechanical or Electrical qualification
Strong evidenced fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Ability to read engineering drawings and technical documentation
Experience with Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) systems and Microsoft Office
Essential: experience of HVAC, boilers, refrigeration, chilled water, purified water, cooling towers, vacuum systems, and freeze dryers
Desirable: experience of working in a GMP or regulated manufacturing environment
Preferred Skills & Background
Strong commitment to safety, quality, and GMP compliance
Collaborative approach with ability to build relationships across all departments
Calm and resilient under pressure during breakdown and recovery situations
Strong accountability and attention to detail
Effective planning, organisation, and prioritisation skills
Proactive continuous improvement mindset and ability to challenge constructively
Adaptable, flexible, and responsive to changing priorities
Actively shares knowledge and supports team development
Results-focused with a strong customer and operational awareness
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 Learning, providing access to 10,000+ online courses.
Health & Wellbeing – Includes an employee assistance programme, on-site canteen facilities, and an active safety and “Patient First” culture. Take advantage of a Cycle to Work Scheme and an Electric Vehicle car scheme.
Excellent Location – Just a two-minute drive from J16 of the M4, with free on-site parking.
Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.
personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.
Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by local law.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to DisabilityAccommodations@catalent.com . This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.
Catalent, Inc. is a global leader in contract development and manufacturing, dedicated to advancing healthcare by providing innovative solutions for pharmaceuticals, biotechs, and consumer health markets.
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Company Catalent Pharma Solutions
Location Swindon, England, United Kingdom
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