Engineering/EHS Director

Strängnäs Biologicals Drug Substance site, Sweden.The Site in Strängnäs is a Biologicals drug substance site currently employing approximately 250 people Site Strängnäs has been involved in the production of Biotechnology products for around 25 years..The site currently produces 2 biotech products adding a 3rd next year.. In 2006 we invested $190 million in a new strategic multi product biotech.facility (Pegasus).Pegasus will complete Q1 2010, with commercial production starting later the same year.Reporting to the Site Leader, the Engineering director will have responsibility for all aspects of the Engineering Maintenance, Process Automation, Environment, Health & Safety, Utilities, Waste Water Treatment, and Project Engineering.The Engineering director is accountable for a team of around 60 colleagues and a budget of approximately $26 million.Main areas of responsibility: .Serve as a key member of the Strängnäs Site Leadership Team providing effective Engineering, Utilities, and EHS support to operations.. Championing a culture where colleagues feel valued and developed by creating open and trusting working relationships in a cross functional environment.Developing strategies which maximize colleague engagement and diversity e.g.recognition, team and job design, career planning.. During the start-up phase of the Pegasus facility and in conjunction with other functions, develop an efficient, effective, and flexible team based organizational approach for the EHS, Maintenance, Utilities, and Waste Water Treatment functions, utilizing Lean thinking principles.. Direct, coach and develop the Engineering/EHS team and develop and maintain the team's technical and interpersonal skills.. Develop and sustain an environment of continuous improvement through active implementation of the Global Reliability Program, Right First Time principles and Lean manufacturing methods.. Interact with local and regional government on planning and EHS issues that may impact the site.. Ensure relevant documentation is prepared and updated in line with all Quality and regulatory guidelines and promotes full compliance to all GMP requirements.. Reporting of all metrics associated with the site EHS processes to internal and external stakeholders such as corporate, regulatory, legislative, local and regional goverment.. Manage site interactions with internal and external EHS auditors and regulators.Knowledge or Experience Required: . Be educated to degree level or equivalent in a Science or Engineering discipline. . Relevant experience in a leadership capacity in a manufacturing environment..Experience in a biologics manufacturing environment would be an advantage.. Strong verbal, written & interpersonal communication skills in Swedish and English.. Demonstrated Leadership skills.. Knowledge of Project Management principles.. The ability to work effectively within a team environment and to interact successfully across divisional boundaries..Have a strong understanding of GMP's and demonstrate success in interacting with regulatory agencies..An in-depth knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environmental legislation.. A demonstrated commitment to safety.