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Q&C Manager

Please Note: The application deadline for this job has now passed.

Job Introduction

Sodexo are currently recruiting for an experienced Quality & Compliance Manager to be based from Bernard Castle (County Durham). The Quality & Compliance Manager for GSK has operational responsibilities in the GSK account, and is part of a team of people based globally in the UK.  This is an important role which provides wide exposure to management, provides a unique opportunity to learn the company’s varied and diverse activities and has great opportunities for future career progression. The Pharma Quality & Compliance group conducts audits; provides input into training and quality investigations. This position is based from Barnard Castle; however up to 50% travel is expected within the UK and occasional international travel.

Role Responsibility

  • Perform audits of all ’GxP’ services which Sodexo provide to GSK.  These services include Distribution and Logistics, Document Solutions, GMP cleaning, Pest control, Lab services, Records services, Technical lab services, contract management, waste disposal, lab instrument services and facilities management (e.g. buildings/equipment maintenance, calibration, qualification).
  • Work with GSK and Sodexo teams to investigate, root-causes analyse and implement corrective actions where GxP deficiencies are discovered.
  • Maintain communication with key Sodexo and client personnel.
  • Provide guidance and assistance to Quality and Compliance staff (Sodexo and client).
  • Conduct training in GxP and QMS topics, to the wider Sodexo operations team.
  • Execute various processes (e.g. change control, risk management, 3rd party management) in compliance to relevant standards.

The Ideal Candidate

Essential

  • Ideally candidates will have a solid grounding and practical experience in working in the Pharmaceutical environment, particularly in laboratories and facilities management areas.  However we will look at transferrable skills in other industries (manufacturing).
  • Good background in auditing.
  • Reporting: Ability to write persuasive and effective reports and communications, which clearly define findings and their causes, and recommendations made.
  • Analytical Skills: Must possess strong analytical skills. The ability to systematically gather information from a variety of sources, analyze information and evaluate the consequences of choosing each alternative.
  • Excellent communications skills (verbal and written) are required, with an ability to recognise the values within different cultures and acknowledge different ways of working.
  • Driving licence and ability to travel

 

Desirable

  • Project management experience
  • Membership of professional ‘Quality’ institutions.
  • Qualifications in regards to Quality & Compliance subjects

About the Company

Sodexo UK & Ireland employs around 36,000 people and delivers On-site Service Solutions to clients at over 2,300 locations including offices, hospitals, schools, defence sites, prisons, sporting events and visitor attractions. 

With an annual turnover of over £1bn, Sodexo delivers a diverse range of services from catering, cleaning, reception to security, laboratory and grounds maintenance services, enabling clients to focus on their core business.

Please note a DBS check maybe required

 

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