Utility Engineer

Gatronova; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Gatronova, based in Karachi, Pakistan, seeks a Utility Engineer to ensure reliable plant utility operations, maintain energy efficiency, and uphold GMP and safety standards. The role includes maintenance planning, troubleshooting, SAP PM documentation, and coordination of utility technicians to minimize downtime and support uninterrupted production.

Candidates should have 5–6 years of utility operations experience, with knowledge of HVAC, boilers, RO/CEDI, and purified water systems, and

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Sc. in Mechanical, Electrical, or relevant Engineering.
• 5–6 years of experience in utility operations and maintenance, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Knowledge of HVAC, chillers, boilers, compressed air, RO/CEDI, purified water systems, and preventive maintenance.
• Systems knowledge: SAP PM, maintenance documentation, GMP requirements, and utility monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient operation and continuous availability of plant utility systems.
• Execute maintenance schedules, troubleshoot equipment failures, and minimize downtime.
• Manage maintenance notifications, work orders, preventive maintenance plans, and equipment records in SAP.
• Ensure compliance with GMP standards, SOPs, and maintenance documentation requirements.
• Monitor HVAC performance and maintain temperature, humidity, and environmental conditions.
• Operate and maintain water treatment, distribution, and steam systems for reliability and compliance.
• Implement energy optimization measures to reduce costs and improve safety.
• Prepare utility performance reports and coordinate with departments to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Coordinate utility technicians, allocate maintenance tasks, and ensure effective shift handovers.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Maintenance planning

Technical reporting

Contractor coordination

EHS compliance

Education

B.E./B.Sc. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP PM

Job description

We’re seeking a Utility Engineer to ensure reliable plant utility operations, effective maintenance, energy efficiency, safety compliance, and minimal equipment downtime to support uninterrupted production.

What you 'll do

• Ensure efficient operation and continuous availability of plant utility systems.
• Execute maintenance schedules, troubleshoot equipment failures, and minimize downtime.
• Manage maintenance notifications, work orders, preventive maintenance plans, and equipment records in SAP.
• Ensure compliance with applicable GMP standards, SOPs, and maintenance documentation requirements.
• Monitor HVAC performance and maintain required temperature, humidity, and environmental conditions.
• Operate and maintain water treatment, distribution, and steam systems to ensure reliability and compliance.
• Ensure safe utility operations and implement measures to optimize energy consumption and reduce costs.
• Prepare utility performance reports and coordinate with relevant departments to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Coordinate utility technicians, allocate maintenance tasks, and ensure effective shift handovers.

What we're looking for

• Qualification: B.E./B.Sc. in Mechanical, Electrical, or relevant Engineering discipline.
• Experience: 5–6 years of experience in utility operations and maintenance, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Technical knowledge: HVAC, chillers, boilers, compressed air, RO/CEDI, purified water systems, and preventive maintenance.
• Systems knowledge: SAP PM, maintenance documentation, GMP requirements, and utility monitoring.
• Core competencies: Troubleshooting, maintenance planning, technical reporting, contractor coordination, and EHS compliance.