Latest Jobs at Aspen Pharma Group

Description

• Plan and coordinate maintenance activities to ensure work is properly prepared, scheduled and executed safely and efficiently, while supporting equipment reliability and minimising production downtime

Requirements
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain preventative and corrective maintenance plans.
• Create detailed job plans, including labour, materials, spares and other resources required.
• Manage maintenance notifications, work orders and maintenance backlogs.
• Coordinate maintenance requirements with Production, Engineering and Maintenance teams.
• Plan shutdown maintenance and statutory inspections and ensure activities are ready for scheduling.
• Analyse equipment breakdowns, maintenance trends and costs to identify improvement opportunities.
• Maintain accurate equipment registers, maintenance history, PPM schedules and SAP PM records.
• Monitor maintenance performance and provide accurate reports and recommendations to management

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualification:

• Grade 12/Matric
• N4 - N6 or equivalent in Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering
• Trade tested Fitter/ Electrical/ Millwright

Experience:

• 2 - 3 years Pharmaceutical manufacturing maintenance experience
• Good knowledge of maintenance processes and pharmaceutical manufacturing/ packaging requirements and SAP PM Maintenance experience

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Description

• To ensure the safe, reliable and efficient operation, maintenance and repair of high-voltage electrical systems and equipment. The role is responsible for conducting inspections, preventative maintenance, fault finding, testing and commissioning to minimise equipment failures, reduce production downtime and ensure compliance with electrical Medium & High Voltage safety standards and applicable regulations.

Requirements
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspect, maintain and repair high-voltage equipment, including transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers and associated electrical systems.
• Conduct scheduled maintenance and inspections to identify potential faults and prevent equipment breakdowns.
• Diagnose electrical problems, investigate root causes and implement corrective actions to restore equipment reliability.
• Perform authorised high-voltage switching and isolation activities in accordance with approved safety procedures.
• Conduct electrical testing and assist with the installation and commissioning of high-voltage equipment.
• Ensure all work complies with electrical safety standards, legislation, risk assessments and company procedures.
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements to reduce failures and improve operational efficiency.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, test results and details of corrective actions.
• Guide and support the electrical team, provide technical advice regarding high voltage electrical equipment installed in substations and assist with training and development

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualification:

• Grade 12/Matric
• N4 - N6 or equivalent in Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering
• Trade tested Fitter/ Electrical/ Millwright Medium & High Voltage Switching Competency

Experience:

• 8 years’ Engineering experience related to mechanical and electric repair and maintenance on equipment
• Experience in high-voltage electrical maintenance, testing and fault finding.
• Relevant high-voltage switching training and authorisation, as required for the role.
• Knowledge of electrical safety procedures, applicable regulations and maintenance practices

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Description

• To maintain, repair and improve the site's electrical systems and equipment installed in flammable areas to ensure safe, reliable and efficient production. The role also provides technical guidance to the electrical team regarding electrical equipment selection, maintenance and installation in flammable areas and ensures compliance with legal requirements and company standards.

Requirements
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain, repair and install electrical equipment, circuits and infrastructure in explosive atmospheres to ensure reliable operations
• Plan and carry out scheduled maintenance and inspections to prevent electrical fire in flammable areas.
• Identify and troubleshoot electrical faults, determine the root cause and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure electrical installations and equipment comply with the OHS Act, applicable regulations, electrical standards and company procedures.
• Guide and support the electrical team, provide technical advice regarding electrical equipment installed in explosive atmospheres and assist with training and development.
• Install, test, validate and commission electrical equipment and systems before they are put into operation.
• Manage electrical installations in hazardous areas and ensure the required inspections, classifications and Certificates of Compliance (COCs) are in place.
• Ensure electrical workshop tools, equipment and assets are properly maintained and meet required standards.
• Complete work orders, maintenance records and reports, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Identify opportunities to improve electrical systems, safety, maintenance practices, efficiency and cost savings

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualification:

• Grade 12/Matric
• N4 - N6 or equivalent in Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering
• Trade tested Fitter/ Electrical/ Millwright
• Registered as a Master Electrician at Department of Labour

Experience:

• 6 years’ Engineering experience related to mechanical and electric repair and maintenance on equipment
• Advanced knowledge of electrical systems, standards and regulations.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and use diagnostic and testing equipment.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing standards and compliance requirements.

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Description

• The Business Supporter administrative support to the Security, Engineering , Facilities Department. Administer staff and visitors’ security access, engineering reporting and maintenancerequests. Support management of facilities and site service providers.

Requirements
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide administrative support to the Engineering , Facilities and Security Department as directed by the engineering management.
• Administer staff and visitors’ security access by controlling staff and visitor access cards and maintain records for audit purposes.
• Coordinate access with the Training, HR and with Security contract management Assist with staff Canteen vouches and contractor management support Support management with cleaning contracts, requests and cleaning material orders.
• Assist with engineering financial management and contractor payments.
• Compile reports, maintain records and ensure information is accurate and up to date.
• Retrieve and provide supporting documentation for audits, queries and reporting purposes.
• Coordinate administrative activities and communicate with internal stakeholders to support departmental operations.
• Order and maintain stationery and other office consumables.
• Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes, templates and systems.
• Assist with implementing new administrative tools, processes and systems. Perform any other administrative duties relevant to the department

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualification:

• Grade 12/Matric
• Diploma, certificate or degree in Office Administration, or a related field

Experience:

• 1–3 years of administrative experience
• Excel, Word, PowerPoint and SAP S/4HANA

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Description

• To maintain, repair and install plumbing systems to ensure a reliable supply of water, proper drainage and the efficient operation of plumbing infrastructure across the Site.

Requirements
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install, maintain and repair water pipes, drainage systems, taps, valves and sanitary fittings.
• Identify and resolve plumbing faults, leaks, blockages and water supply issues.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance on plumbing systems.
• Respond to plumbing breakdowns and attend to maintenance requests promptly.
• Perform repairs and replacements on damaged pipes, fittings and related equipment.
• Ensure plumbing installations and repairs meet safety standards and applicable regulations.
• Monitor water usage and identify opportunities to reduce water wastage.
• Maintain plumbing tools, equipment and materials in good working condition.
• Complete maintenance records and report recurring faults or major repairs.
• Comply with company health, safety and environmental procedures.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualification:

• Grade 12/Matric
• N4 - N6 or equivalent in Plumbing
• Trade tested Plumber

Experience:

• 3-4 years’ plumbing experience
• Relevant experience in plumbing installation, maintenance and repairs.
• Knowledge of plumbing tools, equipment and safety requirements.

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Description

• To maintain, repair and service refrigeration systems, air conditioning units across the site, and stability chambers to ensure reliable operation, accurate temperature control and compliance with safety and quality requirements.

Requirements
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on refrigeration systems and air-conditioning units across the site.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair stability chambers to ensure consistent temperature and humidity control.
• Diagnose equipment faults and implement corrective actions to minimise downtime.
• Conduct preventative maintenance, inspections and performance testing according to schedules.
• Monitor temperature readings and investigate deviations or equipment failures.
• Ensure refrigeration systems and stability chambers operate safely and efficiently.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, service reports and equipment logs.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.
• Assist with the installation, commissioning and upgrading of refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment.
• Report equipment defects, recurring faults and maintenance requirements to the relevant supervisor

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualification:

• Grade 12/Matric
• Qualification in Refrigeration, Air Conditioning or HVAC.
• Trade tested Refrigeration Mechanic

Experience:

• 3-5 years’ Experience in maintaining and repairing refrigeration systems, air-conditioning units and temperature controlled chambers.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, fault-finding and preventative maintenance.
• Knowledge of refrigeration safety requirements and refrigerant handling
   

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Description

• Responsible for ensuring the timely availability of materials to support production. Manages material requirements, inventory levels, purchase orders and supplier deliveries, while maintaining accurate SAP planning data and identifying potential supply risks. Supports efficient inventory management and continuous supply to production.

Requirements
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and monitor material requirements to ensure continuous supply to production.
• Monitor stock levels, safety stock, shortages and excess or obsolete inventory.
• Analyse MRP requirements and take action on material needs.
• Create and follow up on purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Coordinate with Production, Warehouse, Procurement, Finance and suppliers on material requirements.
• Expedite overdue or critical materials and escalate supply risks.
• Maintain accurate material, supplier and planning data in SAP.
• Ensure SAP transactions and planning parameters are accurate and up to date.
• Monitor supplier delivery performance and OTIF.
• Prepare reports on inventory, material availability, shortages, supplier performance and purchase orders.
• Identify supply chain risks and recommend solutions.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualification:

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, Operations or a related field

Experience:

• 4–6 years' relevant experience in Material Planning, Procurement, Supply Chain or Inventory Management.
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong SAP experience, particularly MM, WM, MRP and Procurement.
• Experience in inventory planning, forecasting and supplier coordination.

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JOB PURPOSE:

• This position is responsible for the accurate and timely management, maintenance, renewal and enforcement of Aspen's global intellectual property portfolio, including trademarks, domain names and related IP rights, and provides legal and commercial support on portfolio management, licensing, transactions, disputes, compliance, risk management and associated cross-functional initiatives.
• The level of appointment, degree of independence, complexity of work and scope of accountability will be determined by the successful candidate’s qualifications, experience and demonstrated capability. Internal note, with reference to the Group Legal Roles & Career Progression Framework.

KEY PERFROMANCE AREAS:

• Research and analyse international trademark search results and prepare accurate, clear written opinions on trademark availability for use and registration, enabling the relevant affiliate to make informed commercial decisions aligned with Group strategy.
• Manage the global Aspen trademark portfolio, aligned with Group strategy, including the filing, prosecution, maintenance and renewal of Aspen trademarks, as well as the accuracy and integrity of the IP database and records.
• Support the protection and administration of other IP rights, including domain-name registrations, renewals, transfers, objections and disputes, and matters relating to copyright and registered designs.
• Provide researched opinions on IP-related matters, commensurate with the level of appointment and based on applicable law, the business context and relevant industry experience.
• Draft, analyse and advise on IP agreements and clauses, including inbound and outbound IP licensing arrangements, and provide transactional support to Group affiliates on acquisitions and divestments involving registered and unregistered IP rights, including reviewing IP rights audits for legal due diligence purposes.
• Monitor international watch notices and relevant digital and social media channels; identify and investigate risks, including misuse of Aspen trademarks or other IP; and advise on appropriate protection and enforcement action. Manage assigned contentious or litigious trademarks and related IP matters diligently and in accordance with applicable Aspen and Group Legal policies and procedures.
• Monitor, research and report on new and amended trademarks and broader IP laws and regulations in relevant jurisdictions; assess potential impact on Aspen’s IP portfolio; and recommend proportionate risk mitigation.
• The diligent management of all assigned contentious or litigious trademark matters, aligned with the applicable Aspen and Group Legal policies and procedures.
• Monitor, research, and report on new and amended trademarks and/or IP-related legislation and regulations in relevant jurisdictions, advising on the impact of such legislation on Aspen’s Intellectual Property Portfolio, highlighting any potential risk, and providing recommendations on how to mitigate such risks.
• Meaningfully contribute to and deliver ancillary legal work and cross-functional projects within Group Legal.
• Meet or exceed the Group Legal business unit KPIs agreed by the Group Executive: Legal with Aspen executive leadership.
• Adopt and comply with Group Legal ways of working, including the Aspen Values and the honest application of the personal Insights® profile, or a similar tool provided by an Aspen Group service provider, to enhance interpersonal effectiveness.
• Develop and improve IP precedents, templates and legal opinions.

Requirements
FORMAL QUALIFICATION:

• Legal Degree (preferably LLB).
• Science qualification (BPharm and/or BSc) an advantage but not a requirement.
• Admitted Attorney of the Republic of South Africa.
• Postgraduate IP or trademark practitioner qualification preferable.
• Membership of an appropriate professional body, where applicable.

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND REGISTRATION:

• Indicative 5 - 10 years Post-Admission Experience, including relevant IP experience.
• Experience in managing an international trademark portfolio, or exposure to such.
• Sound legal and commercial knowledge.
• Commercial IP exposure, including the acquisition, divestment and licensing of trademarks, preferable
• Ability to work effectively within a diverse global legal function.
• Trademark litigation and opposition experience.
• Pharmaceutical industry exposure preferable.
• Experience in Legal project management.
• Strong research and writing skills.

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to exercise sound business judgement.
• Ability to work independently to the extent appropriate to the level of appointment, while contributing as a member of an integrated global legal function.
• Constructive approach to conflict resolution.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to guide or supervise support staff, where applicable.
• Consistent commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to develop expertise in trademark matters, commensurate with the level of appointment.
• Ability to contribute to the development and improvement of functional IP practices and processes for Aspen.
• Sound understanding of multinational IP laws, particularly trademark legislation, commensurate with the level of appointment.
• Understanding of the intersection between IP and the commercial business environment.
• Pharmaceutical industry knowledge or exposure preferable, and to be developed.
   

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JOB PURPOSE:

• To responsibly, pro-actively and efficiently facilitate the business of Aspen by providing a full spectrum of specialist commercial contract drafting and focused legal support to the allocated Business Units (“BUs”), specifically Group Mergers and Acquisitions, Group Treasury, Group Tax (including intercompany transactions), Group Digital Technology, Group Commercial, Group Communications, Group Company Secretariate, Group Ethics and Compliance, Group Finance, Group Human Capital, Group Internal Audit, Group Investor Relations, Group Travel, Group Risk and Sustainability, Aspen Pharmacare Holdings Limited (as applicable) or similar, and other general legal requirements of Aspen, whilst complying with the Group Legal protocol and Group Legal strategy. The position requires the incumbent to think Group-wide, but act and focus on the work of the Group Head: Legal Counsel M&A & Corporate or similar to which he/she has been allocated.
• The level of appointment, degree of independence, complexity of work and scope of accountability will be determined by the successful candidate’s qualifications, experience and demonstrated capability. Internal note, with reference to the Group Legal Roles & Career Progression Framework.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Specialised Aspen and BU aligned drafting and general legal work and legal advice to the allocated BUs.
• Efficiently deliver legally sound, subject matter expert quality legal work, as allocated to the legal practice of this role.
• Deliver work in a timely manner in accordance with deadlines and project timeline.Sound electronic Legal practice, file, diary and template management and maintenance.
• Meaningfully contribute and deliver ancillary legal work and cross-functional projects within Group Legal.
• Precedent, template and legal opinion development and improvement.Meet or exceed the Group Legal business unit KPIs agreed by the Group Executive: Legal with Aspen executive leadership.
• Adopt and comply with the ways of working within the Aspen Group Legal BU, including specifically the Aspen Values and honest application of personal Insights® Profile (or similar from an Aspen Group service provider) to enhance interpersonal effectiveness.

Requirements
FORMAL QUALIFICATION:

• Law Degree or postgraduate Degree – LLB.
• Preferably a second degree such a master's or relevant business qualification.
• Admitted Attorney of the Republic of South Africa.
• Certifications/registrations
• Membership of the Law Society of South Africa and of the Corporate Counsel Association of South Africa.

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND REGISTRATION:

• Indicative 5 - 10 years Post-Admission Experience, including relevant legal experience in a corporate / commercial / operational legal environment.
• General business, commercial knowledge and experience is essential.
• Experience in independently drafting and vetting lengthy, complex legal agreements is essential.
• Exposure in drafting and negotiating cross-border legal agreements is essential.
• Experience in due diligence investigations advantageous.
• Pharmaceutical industry including regulatory experience is advantageous.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, policy guidelines and legal practice management.
• Knowledge of business and good corporate governance.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of financial concepts.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to exercise sound business judgment and work independently but as a member of an integrated legal team.
• Display emotional maturity.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work in a team, including a multidisciplinary team.
• Established conflict resolution as a default demeanor.
• Display a high level of interpersonal non-political skill.
• A natural default to accuracy and attention to detail.

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Be fluent in English and demonstrate excellent drafting and negotiation skills in English.
• Manage multiple priorities, work efficiently under pressure and consistently meet tight deadlines.
• Able to work independently but as a member of an integrated legal team.
• Taking full personal responsibility for attending to and closing allocated matters.
• Intermediate to advanced computer literacy.
• Database management and maintenance.
• Ability to simplify voluminous, complex information.
• Accurately collate, review and summarise information into manageable dashboards / checklists.
• Basic to intermediate understanding of financial concepts.
• Flexible, outcomes-based, self-motivated and proactive.
• Project management, co-ordination and monitoring.

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Description

• Lead and support Business Improvement and Operational Excellence initiatives that deliver measurable improvements in safety, quality, service, cost and productivity, while keeping processes and equipment safe, standardised and compliant.

Requirements
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set, publish and communicate departmental targets, measures and deadlines, and review technical plans to improve production and facility equipment.
• Manage continuous improvement, site loss elimination and lean improvement projects, and provide technical support and specifications to operations.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve equipment, manufacturing process and facility issues, engaging operators to surface production problems.
• Standardise and improve processes to increase robustness and compliance, and reduce cost, lead time, inventory, downtime and waste.
• Evaluate, justify and qualify process and equipment changes through change control, ensuring risk assessments are completed before implementation.
• Develop and update process documentation, SOPs and training material covering processes, equipment operation and operator safety.
• Implement and monitor corrective and preventive actions within target dates and design controls to minimise production issues.
• Prepare technical reports and present process data, project progress and issues for review and decision-making. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualification:

• BSc / BEng in Engineering.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt advantageous.

Experience:

• Over 5 years’ relevant manufacturing experience (pharmaceutical / GMP environment advantageous).
• Project management experience.
• Lean Manufacturing experience.
• Business process optimization.