Maintenance Engineer 2

GlaxoSmithKline; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global biopharmaceutical company is seeking an experienced engineer to manage a team in the Maintenance department in Singapore. The role involves overseeing engineering projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and developing junior staff. Successful candidates will have a solid background in mechanical engineering and extensive experience in the pharmaceutical sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the process/pharmaceutical industry.
• Basic commercial knowledge is required.
• Awareness of industrial standards and local codes.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team to ensure project implementation and plant availability.
• Maintain compliance with GMP standards and regulatory expectations.
• Develop and motivate junior staff to maximize their potential.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Project management skills

Effective communication

Operational Excellence skills

Education

Good honors degree in mechanical engineering

Job description

Site Details

Site Name: Singapore - Jurong

Posted Date: Jun 11 2025

Purpose

To manage a team of technicians/junior staff in a specific engineering discipline (Maintenance) to ensure timely implementation of projects and plant availability at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out implementation activities for plant modifications, capital projects, and other identified plant improvement projects in line with defined specifications, budget, and qualification of facilities according to site-approved procedures.
• Provide specialist advice to other departments and subordinates for troubleshooting and continuous process/system improvements.
• Maintain site equipment and facilities to high GMP standards, meeting regulatory expectations to ensure the site is always inspection-ready.
• Implement and execute the Product Contamination Cause and Elimination (PCCE) program.
• Contribute to project teams for capital projects and develop/implement maintenance plans for newly installed equipment.
• Assist in developing Engineering Standards (ES) with site inputs.
• Monitor and enforce compliance measures, including safety, to ensure plant inspection readiness and participate in audits.
• Supervise, develop, and motivate junior staff to maximize their potential and contribute to departmental objectives.
• Assist in developing the annual operating budget to meet operational targets.
• Implement the GSK Production System (GPS) within the Engineering department.
• Plan and execute plant maintenance, manage engineering resources during plant turnarounds, and resolve breakdowns promptly, including engaging external assistance when necessary.
• Support the development of the facility master plan, manage obsolescence and asset replacement, and oversee utility systems to ensure continuous, reliable supply minimizing production disruptions.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Honors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of mechanical experience in the process/pharmaceutical industry.
• Basic awareness of industrial standards.
• Understanding of local codes and requirements.
• Familiarity with GSK Engineering Standards (ES).
• Basic commercial knowledge and project management skills.
• Effective communication and operational excellence skills.

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