Operations Technician (Pilot Plant) Trainee - Attach and Train Programme

About the role

GSK's Attach and Train Programme (AnT) is a 15-month on-the-job training scheme that builds a pipeline of skilled professionals for Singapore's biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry. It welcomes fresh graduates and mid-career applicants, but only Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents are eligible. The trainee works at a GSK manufacturing site near Jurong.

Key responsibilities

• Set up, maintain and repair pilot plant equipment and instruments to maximise plant availability and minimise product changeover times, within GMP and EHS
• Troubleshoot and repair instruments and equipment, deciding whether external mechanical, instrument, automation or electrical resources are needed and coordinating them
• Perform routine preventative maintenance safely, cost-effectively and to a high quality
• Assist mechanical technicians in disassembly and reassembly during equipment cleanouts, and calibrate and set up instruments before new product campaigns
• Install instruments on mobile pilot plant equipment and carry out minor plant modifications and capital projects within specifications and budget
• Report progress to the Shift Superintendent and liaise with shift-based instrument technicians, mechanical and electrical teams, the Automation Team and external contractors
• Recommend spares and tools, take responsibility for quality in maintenance work affecting product quality, follow the permit-to-work system and prepare instrument troubleshooting and maintenance procedures
• Train pilot plant mechanical technicians in basic instrument maintenance and troubleshooting, and implement Lean Sigma activities to improve instrument reliability and maintenance standardisation

Required profile

• NITEC, Higher NITEC or Diploma in Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences or Bio-processing related disciplines
• Commitment to cGMP and EHS compliance in clean-room plant operation
• Self-motivated team player with hands-on attitude and good communication skills
• Ability to understand and apply basic chemistry, biology and physics principles
• Willingness to work any shift, including 24/7, on 12-hour shifts

What we offer

• Monthly training allowances with shift allowances (not subject to CPF contributions)
• On-the-job training with a diverse team of professionals
• Medical and insurance coverage, leave entitlements and onsite cafeteria benefits
• Transport to and from the site to MRT stations across Singapore