Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology

CQV Lead

  • Contract
  • Limerick, County Limerick, Ireland
  • 42097376

Desired Skills: commissioning,qualification,validation

The role:

PE Global is currently recruiting for a CQV Lead/PM on behalf of a leading biotech company based in Limerick. This is an initial 12 month contract role.

 

Summary:

Commissioning & Qualification Lead to provide technical support and leadership for new Process

Area CAPEX project.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Prior to commissioning drive and track deliverables to completion – engineering and qualification documentation, FAT/SFAT executions, VTOPS reviews, Asset Builds etc.
  • Support the handover of systems to operations by ensuring all issues are resolved and systems meet operational requirements.
  • Oversee onsite setup and shakedown of new systems and equipment to ensure functionality and readiness for commissioning.
  • Lead and oversee the execution of commissioning and qualification (CA, CTP, IQ, OQ, PQ) activities as per pre-approved protocols.
  • Act as the primary point of escalation for troubleshooting and resolving issues during C&Q execution.
  • Provide hands-on support to the C&Q team in identifying and addressing system issues.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, validation, and operations, to ensure smooth execution of C&Q tasks.
  • Ensure all commissioning and qualification activities comply with GEP and GMP standards.
  • Conduct system walkdowns and support readiness reviews to verify systems are ready for C&Q.
  • Communicate progress, challenges, and resolutions to stakeholders and project leadership.
  • Coordinate with vendors and contractors to address equipment-specific issues and ensure compliance with project specifications.

Education and Experience:

  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in commissioning and qualification in a regulated biopharma or pharmaceutical environment.
  • Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting and problem-solving during C&Q execution.
  • Strong knowledge of biopharma equipment and systems (e.g., bioreactors, chromatography columns, filtration units, utilities).
  • Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical documentation.
  • Familiarity with process control systems (e.g., DeltaV, PLCs) and automation systems.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills to manage teams and interface with stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to resolve technical issues efficiently.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

 

Interested candidates should submit an updated CV.

 

Please click the link below to apply, call Kellie on 0214297900 or alternatively send an up to date CV to kellie.hackett@peglobal.net

 

***Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in Ireland***