Supervisor-Maintenance & Engineering

Job Purpose

Ensure the proper functioning, maintenance, and continuous improvement of all equipment and utilities within the site, in compliance with GMP standards and production needs.

Key Accountabilities

Accountability Cluster

Major Activities / Tasks

Maintenance Planning and Execution

Plan and supervise preventive and corrective maintenance activities for production and utility equipment. Ensure minimum downtime and optimal availability of machines.

Compliance & Documentation

Ensure maintenance records, equipment logbooks, calibration, and qualification files are up to date and compliant with cGMP. Participate in internal and external audits.

Safety & Operational Efficiency

Monitor workplace safety standards. Ensure all equipment is operated safely and efficiently. Coordinate energy-saving and optimization projects.

Team Management & Technical Support

Supervise maintenance technicians, assign daily tasks, and provide technical guidance. Ensure team readiness through regular training.

Continuous Improvement

Propose and implement improvements in equipment reliability and maintenance systems (TPM, Lean, 5S).

Major Challenges

* Equipment breakdown during production hours
* Limited availability of spare parts
* Balancing production priorities with maintenance needs
* Ensuring compliance while managing cost and efficiency

Key Interactions

Internal

External

* Production & Planning
* Quality Assurance / Quality Control
* Health & Safety (HSE)
* Warehouse & Purchase
* Equipment suppliers
* External service providers & engineers
* Auditors / Calibration Agencies

Dimensions

* Number of technicians supervised: 2–4
* Average number of interventions/month: 50+
* Equipment coverage: Production, HVAC, Utilities (water, air, electricity), lab systems
* Reporting: Monthly maintenance KPIs, breakdowns, PM completion %

Skills & Knowledge

Educational qualifications :

* Bac +5 or more in Industrial Maintenance, Electromechanics, or equivalent engineering field.

Relevant Experience

Minimum 5 years in industrial maintenance, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry. At least 2 years in a supervisory role.

Skills

* Fluent in French and English (spoken and written).
* Knowledge of GMP, HVAC, utilities, and cleanroom standards
* Advanced Excel and Word user.