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Validation Engineer (Clean Air)

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6 months ago
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pharmaceuticalidation Engineer (Clean Air)
Location: St Helens, Merseyside
Salary/Benefits: £26k - £50k + Training & Benefits

An exciting opportunity to join an industry-leading Clean Air / Critical Air specialist has arisen for a Validation Engineer in the North West of England. You will be joining a supportive and innovative company who offers comprehensive further training and development opportunities. They are seeking a knowledgeable and driven individual who can maintain their fantastic reputation and undertake works to an excellent standard. They are offering attractive salaries and benefits for the successful candidate.

Ideally, applicants will be based close to: St Helens, Wigan, Leigh, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Warrington, Manchester, Lymm, Altrincham, Eccles, Knutsford, Runcorn, Widney, Ellesmere Port, Birkenhead, Liverpool, Kirkby, Prescot, Bolton, Rochdale, Bury, Formby, Crosby, Bootle, Southport, Chorley, Blackburn, Preston, Lytham St Annes, Blackpool, Chester, Leeds, Bradford, Huddersfield, Halifax, Macclesfield.

Experience / Qualifications:

  • Must have a strong record working as a Validation Engineer for a Clean Air / Critical Air company
  • Will ideally hold the BOHS P601 and / or CSA grades / Eastwood Park training
  • Well-versed in ISO / HTM 0301 guidelines
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Strong written & IT skills
  • Flexible to travel when required

    The Role:
  • Conducting validations of critical ventilation systems and clean rooms across pharmaceautical and healthcare client sites
  • HEPA filter and DOP testing
  • Particle counting
  • Testing and servicing of fume cupboards
  • Inspections, testing and repairs to AHUs
  • Measuring of air flow and pressure
  • Identifying system performance issues and making recommendations for repairs
  • Completing regular and thorough service reports
  • Maintaining the company's excellent reputation whilst attending client sites
  • Answering client queries and providing technical support

    Alternative Job titles: Clean Air Service Engineer, Critical Air Service Engineer, Critical Ventilation Engineer.

    Future Select are recruiting in the Compliance / Environmental industry, including: LEV / Critical Air / Clean Air / Air Hygiene / Fire Safety; we work with the best clients & candidates and supply the majority of permanent jobs in the market.

    We would be interested in speaking to candidates with experience in any disciplines from Risk Assessors, Service Engineers, Account Managers and Business Development/Operational Managers through to Director level.

    Future Select Copyright 2025

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