Maintenance Engineer (Utilities & Facilities)

Confidential Jobs; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Singapore is seeking a Maintenance Engineer for Utilities & Building Facilities. The role involves maintaining and optimizing utility systems while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in utility and facility maintenance within a pharmaceutical environment.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, boilers, chillers, and building automation systems.
• Familiarity with GMP, FDA, and local safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on utility systems including HVAC and water systems.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, ISO, and EHS regulations.
• Implement projects to improve utility efficiency and sustainability.

Skills

Knowledge of HVAC

Experience with CMMS

Education

Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the Company

We are a pan-Asian pharmaceutical brand with a longstanding history in the market, having been selling across Asia for decades. Our medicine is the bestselling in its category thanks to its efficacy and strong brand recognition. As we expand our operations in Singapore, we are dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and excellence in every aspect of our business. Join our team to make a significant impact in the pharmaceutical industry during this exciting phase of growth.

About the Role

The Maintenance Engineer (Utilities & Building Facilities) will be responsible for the reliability and compliance of utility systems in the OSD manufacturing plant. This includes maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of systems like HVAC, boilers, and water systems, while adhering to GMP, FDA, ISO, and safety regulations. The role also involves contributing to utility design reviews and project commissioning.

Responsibilities

Utility Systems Maintenance & Reliability

• Perform maintenance (preventive, predictive, corrective) on utility systems (HVAC, water, air, chillers, waste treatment).
• Develop and manage maintenance schedules for system availability and compliance.
• Optimize energy and water usage to improve efficiency and sustainability.
• Manage contractors, maintain spare parts inventory, and coordinate procurement.

Facilities & Building Maintenance

• Oversee maintenance of building amenities (cleanrooms, fire protection, security, infrastructure).
• Ensure HVAC systems meet required temperature, humidity, and air quality standards.
• Coordinate with contractors for facility maintenance, repairs, and improvements.

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, ISO, and EHS regulations, and maintain records for audits.
• Support audits with documentation, technical explanations, develop and update maintenance SOPs.

Continuous Improvement & Sustainability Initiatives

• Implement projects to improve utility efficiency, reduce energy costs, and support sustainability initiatives (energy recovery, water recycling).
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA), reliability‑centered maintenance (RCM), and support the installation, commissioning, and validation of new utility systems.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure maintenance activities comply with safety, GMP, and environmental regulations, and conduct risk assessments with preventive measures.
• Provide training and mentorship to maintenance technicians.

Project Support and Commissioning

• Participate in the review and commissioning of utility systems during project phases and provide technical support for Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
• Support installation qualification (IQ), operational qualification (OQ), and performance qualification (PQ).

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in utility and facility maintenance within a pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, boilers, chillers, purified water systems, and building automation systems.
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements such as GMP, FDA, PIC/S, and local safety regulations.
• Certifications in Certified Energy Manager (CEM) and, optionally, Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE).
• Experience in lean maintenance, TPM, Six Sigma, Industry 4.0 trends, and commissioning/validation of utility systems.
• Able to work in a controlled cleanroom environment, with the ability to lift moderate weights and handle on‑call or shift work.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of HVAC, boilers, chillers, purified water systems, and building automation systems.
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements such as GMP, FDA, PIC/S, and local safety regulations.

Preferred Skills

• Certifications in Certified Energy Manager (CEM) and, optionally, Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE).
• Experience in lean maintenance, TPM, Six Sigma, Industry 4.0 trends, and commissioning/validation of utility systems.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.