Facilities Technologist / Technician (UPW, WWTP & Tool Installation)

WANCO MANPOWER PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

WANCO MANPOWER PTE LTD is hiring Facilities Technologists and Technicians to support critical manufacturing facilities in Singapore. Successful candidates will be assigned to either the UPW and Wastewater Treatment team or the Facilities Tool Installation team, depending on their qualifications and experience.

You will operate, monitor and maintain water treatment systems, perform maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with contractors while upholding safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Environmental Engineering or an equivalent technical discipline.
• Relevant experience in UPW or wastewater treatment, facilities utilities, plant maintenance or equipment installation is preferred.
• Cleanroom or semiconductor familiarity is a plus.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor and maintain Ultra-Pure Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant systems to meet operating parameters.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance according to SOPs and Permit-to-Work requirements.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and system interruptions to minimise downtime.
• Conduct inspections and quality checks to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate contractors and vendors for maintenance and improvements.
• Support tool installation activities and utilities turn-on after commissioning.
• Review engineering drawings and flag installation concerns.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness and environmental initiatives on site.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Reading drawings

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

We are hiring Facilities Technologists and Technicians to support critical manufacturing facilities. Successful candidates will be assigned to either the UPW and Wastewater Treatment team or the Facilities Tool Installation team, depending on their qualifications and experience.

Key Responsibilities

A. UPW & Wastewater Treatment

• Operate, monitor and maintain Ultra-Pure Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant systems to ensure reliable performance within specified operating parameters.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance according to established SOPs, Risk Assessments and Permit-to-Work requirements.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures, out-of-specification conditions and system interruptions to minimise downtime.
• Conduct regular inspections and quality checks to ensure compliance with operational, environmental and regulatory standards.
• Identify system weaknesses and implement improvements to enhance equipment reliability and operational stability.
• Apply Total Productive Maintenance principles to improve equipment efficiency and promote proactive maintenance practices.
• Coordinate contractors and vendors for maintenance, repair and system improvement activities.
• Support environmental sustainability initiatives involving energy reduction, water conservation and waste recycling.
• Create and update maintenance work orders and monitor spare-parts inventory through the Facilities Management System.

B. Facilities Tool Installation

• Coordinate contractors in carrying out equipment hookups for new tools, conversions, relocations and tool removal activities.
• Ensure installation activities meet quality standards, project schedules and approved budgets.
• Coordinate with equipment owners to facilitate the timely release and activation of utilities.
• Monitor installation progress and provide timely updates on tool-release status, abnormalities and schedule risks.
• Review engineering drawings and highlight discrepancies or installation concerns.
• Troubleshoot tool-related utilities and cleanroom systems.
• Perform utilities turn-on after installation activities are completed.
• Conduct testing and balancing of exhaust systems for manufacturing equipment when required.
• Measure and track equipment utility consumption and flow rates.

• Conduct regular site walks to identify opportunities to improve safety, cleanliness, housekeeping and work

Requirements

• Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Environmental Engineering or an equivalent technical discipline.
• Relevant experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred:
  • UPW or wastewater treatment systems
  • Facilities utilities or plant maintenance
  • Manufacturing equipment installation
  • Wafer fabrication equipment
• Semiconductor manufacturing or cleanroom experience is preferred.
• Able to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Good troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable working with technical data.
• Good communication, coordination and interpersonal skills.
• Able to prioritise assignments and meet project schedules with minimal supervision.
• Strong safety awareness, teamwork and commitment to continuous improvement.