Black Utility Technician

WUXI XDC SINGAPORE PRIVATE LIMITED; Southwest; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Black Utility Technician to ensure the reliable operation of various systems in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role involves hands-on troubleshooting, collaboration with engineering teams, and participation in maintenance projects. Ideal candidates will possess a technical diploma and relevant experience in the pharmaceutical or related industries. Join a forward-thinking company that values career development and offers opportunities for advancement in the exciting field of Antibody Drug Conjugates.

Qualifications

• NITEC or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, or Pharmaceutical Engineering.
• Relevant work experience in pharmaceutical, GMP, or oil & gas industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain reliable operation of electrical and non-GMP equipment.
• Monitor utility system performance and respond to alarms.
• Assist in deviation investigations using tools like Fishbone or 5-Why diagrams.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Instrumentation

Building Management System (BMS)

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Education

NITEC or equivalent technical diploma

Tools

Maximo

Job description

Black Utility Technician (8am-5pm, Mon to Fri)

General, Compliance and Manufacturing Support

Responsibilities

1. Maintain reliable operation of electrical, instrument, Building Management System (BMS), and Non-GMP equipment.
2. Partner with shift utility personnel to perform daily site walk-downs, logging, sample collection, and analysis.
3. Monitor utility system performance in BMS and Delta-V; respond to alarms in partnership with shift utility personnel.
4. Apply technical knowledge and hands-on support to troubleshoot equipment breakdowns or failures related to electrical, instrument, BMS, and non-GMP equipment.
5. Support maintenance of electrical, instrument, and non-GMP equipment, including plant shutdown maintenance.
6. Report abnormalities or emergency issues to engineers, line managers, or stakeholders. Support basic frontline troubleshooting/investigation to resolve problems or abnormalities.
7. Assist engineers or line managers in deviation investigations using tools like Fishbone, Ishikawa, or 5-Why diagrams.
8. Participate in data gathering and support the creation of spare parts and consumables records in Maximo.
9. Coordinate with stakeholders/vendors for maintenance, projects, or repairs, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
10. Collaborate with SEM teams (Calibration, HVAC, Clean Utilities, Process Engineering, Validation, shift utilities) and project teams for effective execution of maintenance, projects, or troubleshooting tasks.
11. Work proactively with minimal guidance in daily maintenance and operational tasks.

Preferred Qualifications

• NITEC or equivalent technical diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, or Pharmaceutical Engineering; relevant work experience in these fields or in the pharmaceutical, GMP, or oil & gas industries is a plus.
• Quick learner with the ability to apply engineering knowledge practically.
• Strong communication, presentation, and comprehension skills.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to follow leadership directives.
• Flexibility to accept temporary assignments, overtime, including weekends, and other roles as required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Career Development

• Complete systematic training to potentially become a shift lead and subject matter expert.
• Benefit from a performance-oriented promotion system, diverse challenges in a cGMP manufacturing environment, and career advancement incentives.
• Explore management potential and grow within the Antibody Drug Conjugates industry of the future.