Engineering Supervisor (Utilities & Facility)

Symrise Asia Pacific Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Singapore is seeking an Engineering Supervisor (Utilities & Facilities) to troubleshoot and manage utilities and facilities equipment. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 years of experience, a diploma in a technical field, and a strong safety-first mindset. Responsibilities include operating utility equipment, performing maintenance, and leading a team. This role emphasizes compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices and continuous improvement in maintenance processes.

Qualifications

• Min Nitec or Diploma in a technical field with Class 1 Boiler Attendant Certificate or Higher.
• At least 6 years of relevant working experience in a manufacturing industry.
• Strong team player, independent, driven, and accountable.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain utility equipment in a safe manner.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment with a safety-first mindset.
• Lead a team, managing leave and overtime.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Team management

Communication skills

Proactive nature

Education

Min Nitec or Diploma in a technical field

Tools

CMMS system

Boiler equipment

Job description

Position Overview

The primary role of Engineering Supervisor (U&F) includes troubleshooting, repair, and management of utilities and facilities equipment in a manufacturing plant. The supervisor will operate and maintain utilities and facility equipment in a safe manner. This role will also require the individual to be able to lead a team as well as perform hands‑on field work.

Responsibilities

• Operates utility equipment such as boiler, air compressor, RTO, chillers, cooling tower, hot water and wastewater plant
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment with required technical skills and safety‑first mindset (including food safety)
• Ensure proper permit to work system is exercised during work process
• Perform activities related to pest management, cleaning management, fire protection system, wastewater management, air‑conditioning and mechanical ventilation (ACMV), and utility assets
• Actively participate and contribute to Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) continuous improvement
• Perform predictive and preventive maintenance on equipment
• Ensure work processes are adhered to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliance
• Identify and manage Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) spare parts inventory maintained in stores
• Complete work orders and related documentation such as equipment history, spare parts consumed and balance on hand in stores
• Field contractor supervision to ensure safety and quality of work done
• Actively participate in development of work instructions and root cause failure studies
• Use CMMS system to generate, document and complete work orders
• Lead/ schedule and execute CAPEX projects with minimum supervision
• Lead a team, managing leave, overtime and other administrative related as assigned by the U&F engineer or manager
• Subject matter for > 1 Asset, i.e Chiller, Boiler, etc
• Able to deputize as U&F manager during certain situations
• Able to support regional sites for technical issues
• Other engineering/administrative tasks assigned by Engineers or Manager

Ideal Candidate

• Min Nitec or Diploma in a technical field (Electrical, Mechanical, Instrumentation or relevant fields) with in possession of Class 1 Boiler Attendant Certificate or Higher
• At least 6 years of relevant working experience in a manufacturing industry
• A strong team player, independent, driven & accountable
• Detailed oriented, proactive nature, adopted safety first mindset
• Good communication and interpersonal skills while being equipped with a problem‑solving skill approach while being able to manage contractors on the ground