Facilities Supervisor

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to)

·       Own the site preventive & corrective maintenance program according to SOP’s in place (asset register, PM plans, work orders, backlog review, KPIs).

·       Deploy the maintenance strategy (risk‑based PM, criticality, spares strategy, vendor SLAs).

·       Lead day‑to‑day floor activities: troubleshooting, interventions, safe isolation (LOTOTO), escort of vendors, work permits, and access control.

·       Coordinate and supervise external service providers; ensure compliance with SOPs, HSE rules, and applicable standards.

·       Plan and deliver site shutdown activities closely with Facility team ; coordinate cross‑functionally to minimize business impact.

·       Manage spare parts and consumables: define min/max, organize storage, cycle counts, obsolescence management.

·       Maintain utilities and infrastructure performance (HVAC, EMS, compressed air, electrical distribution, LN₂ networks, fire safety systems).

·       Create and maintain technical documentation: SOPs/WIs, P&IDs, single‑line diagrams, equipment files, and as‑built drawings with revision control.

·       Lead and/or contribute to deviations, CAPAs, Change Controls; ensure timely closure and effectiveness checks in the Quality system.

·       Support commissioning, qualification and re‑qualification activities (IQ/OQ/PQ support) for facility systems and non‑GMP assets as applicable.

·       Implement simplified procedure management for non‑GMP assets aligned to the Equipment GMP framework.

·       Ensure contractor HSE management in collaboration with Safety Advisor (inductions, method statements, permits, toolbox talks).

·       Participate in internal/external audits and inspections; prepare evidence, execute actions, and sustain compliance.

·       Act as daily interface for Warehouse/Operations regarding utilities, alarms, and environmental monitoring coordination.

·       Contribute to the site emergency response readiness for facilities/utilities incidents and critical alarms handling.

·       Support Head of SIPP/Safety Advisor with implementation of facility‑related safety controls (e.g., LOTOTO, confined space, racking protections, contractors).

COMPETENCIES & PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

·       Strong in project and time Management.

·       Ability to drive change and to think outside the box.

·       Knowledge of plant systems and related equipment/utilities as HVAC, lighting systems, fire alarm, fluid mechanics, dust collection, pest control.

·       Knowledge of process equipment such as Cue, biosafety cabinet, particles counter, EMS, nitrogen devices, FACS.

·       Able to comply with the company safety policy at all times.

·       Knowledge of facility/equipment qualification process.

·       A change agent and strong collaborator who is not afraid of challenging status quo.

·       An individual who brings strong core values, quality, ethics, and integrity.

·       A collaborative team player who embraces and champions the culture.

·       Strong work ethic and ability to deliver results and meet commitments in a dynamic environment.

·       Demonstrates a business process orientation to developing solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

·       Master’s degree in Engineering with a first successful experience or a Bachelor’s degree in a technical field with min. 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry.

·       Experience in facilities/utilities maintenance within regulated industry (pharma/biotech/medical device/food preferred) is a plus.

·       Hands‑on expertise in HVAC/utilities and strong troubleshooting skills; ability to read technical drawings.

·       Experience with CMMS and Quality Systems (deviations/CAPA/Change Control).

·       Working knowledge of cGMP/GDP and engineering standards; basic CAD literacy is a plus.

·       Languages: French (fluent), English (professional); Other language is a plus.

·       Certifications/assets: Electrical BA4/BA5, LOTO authorization;

·       Attendance to training session on human body material

·       Safety Advisor Level 3 is an asset.