CQV Specialist (Commissioning, Qualification & Validation)

Slough, United Kingdom

The actual location of this job is in Slough, UK. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

Join Lonza's Technical Services team in Slough and play a key role in commissioning and qualifying critical systems that support the manufacture of life-changing biopharmaceutical products. This is a hands-on, impactful role where your CQV expertise directly supports site compliance, operational readiness, and patient safety.

What you will get

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace where your expertise is valued.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.

The full list of our global benefits can be found here:
https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits

What you will do

• Execute commissioning, qualification and validation (CQV) activities across facilities, utilities, equipment, and controlled storage environments within a cGMP manufacturing site.
• Author and execute CQV plans, protocols and reports in line with regulatory requirements, industry best practice and Lonza policies.
• Support qualification of biopharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, sterilisation processes (including autoclaves), and manual/automated cleaning systems.
• Prepare and maintain system classifications, risk assessments and design documentation (EDRAs, DIRAs, DRs/DQs).
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Laboratories, Technical Services and Quality teams to align CQV activities with site priorities.
• Contribute to deviations, CAPAs, change controls, OOS and OOT investigations, including acting as task or CAPA owner when required.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within CQV processes while maintaining a strong and current training profile.

What we are looking for

• Demonstrated experience in Commissioning, Qualification and Validation within a regulated biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with facilities, utilities, manufacturing equipment, sterilisation systems or controlled storage environments.
• Strong working knowledge of cGMP and regulatory expectations, with the ability to apply them in practical, operational settings.
• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage multiple activities while communicating progress and risks clearly to stakeholders.
• A problem-solving mindset with the confidence to work independently and collaboratively across cross-functional teams.
• Degree-level qualification (BSc or MSc preferred) in Engineering, Life Sciences, Chemistry or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Fluent English communication skills, with the ability to document and present information clearly.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone's ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives - and that's the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you're ready to help turn our customers' breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.