Stuart S.
Facilities Engineering Lead @Seda Pharmaceutical Development & Clinical Manufacturing Services
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WORK HISTORY
Facilities Engineering Lead @Seda Pharmaceutical Development & Clinical Manufacturing Services
Manchester, GB
As Facilities Engineering Lead at Seda CMS, I ensure the reliability, compliance, and performance of all GMP-critical facility systems that support drug product manufacturing. I lead the engineering, maintenance and calibration strategy across HVAC, utilities, cleanrooms, safety systems and process equipment, ensuring the site operates safely and consistently within GMP and SHE requirements.Key responsibilities include:• Maintaining a robust facility through proactive engineering, performance monitoring and risk-based prioritisation of maintenance activities.• Leading first-response to breakdowns and technical issues, conducting troubleshooting and root cause analysis to prevent reoccurrence.• Managing specialist contractors and ensuring all work meets GMP, PQS and SHE requirements, including permits, supervision and competency checks.• Supporting installation, commissioning, qualification and validation of facility systems and Oral Solid Dosage equipment.• Ensuring environmental performance stability across cleanrooms, including room pressures, ACRs, temperature and humidity, working closely with BMS/EMS controls.• Conducting SHE audits, maintaining facility risk assessments and ensuring safe working practices are applied across all engineering activities.• Reviewing and improving SOPs, work instructions and engineering procedures to strengthen compliance and operational consistency.• Managing budgets, procurement and planning of engineering and calibration activities to minimise disruption to manufacturing.• Supporting customer and regulatory inspections with technical expertise, documentation and facility oversight.• Driving continuous improvement through defect identification, corrective actions and system-level improvements that enhance facility robustness and long-term reliability.
EDUCATION
TTE Training Limited
Advance Level Apprenticeship, Process Technology Engineering
Warrington Collegiate
National Diploma, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
TTE Training Limited
NVQ Level 3 Diploma, Multiskilled Maintenance Engineering
Bridgewater High School
GCSE's
Dove Nest Group
ILM Level 3 Diploma, Team Leadership
ABOUT STUART S.
I am a Facilities & Engineering professional with strong experience across GMP pharmaceutical environments, cleanrooms, HVAC systems, LEV containment and technical facilities management. I specialise in maintaining compliance-critical systems, supporting reliable manufacturing operations, and leading engineering teams in fast-paced, highly regulated settings.My background includes roles at SEDA CMS, GSK, Novartis/Seqirus and specialist engineering providers, giving me a solid understanding of GMP expectations, cleanroom qualification, environmental control, and the operational challenges of pharmaceutical facilities. I combine hands-on technical expertise with a calm, collaborative leadership style.I enjoy helping others develop and succeed, and I take pride in influencing people positively—whether through coaching, supporting capability growth, or improving ways of working. Completing my ILM Level 3 Diploma strengthened my ability to lead, mentor and build high-performing teams.Key strengths include:• Leadership of engineering, HVAC, LEV and validation teams• GMP cleanroom control, monitoring and qualification• HVAC/AHU optimisation, BMS/EMS operation and fault resolution• LEV and containment testing (P600–P603 competencies)• SHE leadership, audits, safe systems of work and risk assessments• Contractor management, project delivery and engineering governance• Root cause analysis, continuous improvement and technical documentation• Strong cross-functional engagement with QA, Operations, SHE and regulatorsI hold certifications including IOSH Managing Safely, ILM Level 3, BOHS P600–P603, and advanced HVAC and cleanroom validation training (HEPA testing, airflow measurement, particle counting and containment device testing).Driven, supportive and solutions-focused, I aim to deliver high-quality engineering leadership that strengthens compliance, protects people and supports reliable pharmaceutical operations.
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