Senior Facility Specialist
On-siteKriftel, Hesse, Germany
Job Summary
Take full technical ownership of facility systems including HVAC, electrical infrastructure, safety systems, and temperature-controlled environments. Plan, coordinate, and lead preventive and corrective maintenance activities while monitoring system performance to identify risks and inefficiencies. Ensure compliance with internal procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements such as GxP, GLP, and ISO during audits and inspections. Coordinate external vendors, manage root cause analysis for recurring issues, and maintain accurate, audit-ready documentation. Collaborate with Quality, EHS, and Operations on risk management and continuous improvement projects, providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior team members. Participate in on-call support as required.
Required Qualifications
- Technical secondary education or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g. electrical, mechanical, building services engineering)
- HVAC or/and building systems certifications (e.g. VDI 6022 or equivalent)
- Significant experience in facility maintenance, building engineering, or technical operations, ideally within regulated environments (e.g. GxP, pharmaceutical, biotech, laboratory)
- Strong technical expertise in building systems, including HVAC, electrical infrastructure, critical utilities, and temperature-controlled environments
- Proven hands-on experience in: Coordinating and managing vendors and service providers
- Leading or supporting technical and facility-related projects
- Operating successfully within regulated and audited environments
- Solid understanding of compliance and regulatory standards, including GLP/GxP, ISO standards, and health & safety requirements
- Relevant certifications and training, such as: GLP/GxP training
- Occupational Health & Safety certification
- Electrical authorisation (e.g. Elektrofachkraft or equivalent)
- Knowledge of HVAC/building standards (e.g. VDI 6022 or similar)
- Strong technical problem-solving capability, including root cause analysis and implementation of sustainable corrective actions
- Proven ability to work independently with a high level of ownership, decision-making responsibility, and accountability
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple activities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally
- Experience maintaining accurate technical documentation, ensuring compliance and audit readiness
- Demonstrated ability to guide, support, and share knowledge with less experienced colleagues
- Participate in on-call support as required (24/7)
- This role is based on-site, with a requirement to work from the office for a minimum of 5 days per week
Desired Qualifications
- Forklift or technical equipment operation licence
- Experience working in multi-site or complex facilities
- Experience with maintenance management systems or ERP platforms
- Strong cost awareness and experience supporting cost optimisation initiatives
- Experience shaping maintenance strategies, standards, and best practices
- Familiarity with advanced risk management and facility optimisation techniques
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