Job Description

THE OPPORTUNITY

Develop strategies that align with business imperativesBased in Singapore, the regional hub for Asia Pacific (AP) and top-ranked biopharmaceutical company on the Straits Times and Statista’s list of Best Employers in Singapore for three consecutive years (2021, 2022, 2023). Join the premier biopharmaceutical company that has been in Singapore for more than 25 years and in AP for over 60 years.years.

Our Engineers support internal and external manufacturing operations remain operational, continuously improve and innovate. With our extensive range of facilities and environments, our Engineers have opportunities across many diverse areas including Biological, Chemical, Automation, Capital Projects, Maintenance, Safety, Process Development, Technical Services, Utilities and Validation.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

In this role, you will support the site energy sustainability program and introduce good energy management practices to improve energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact. The program shall be in alignment with the global energy conservation program and Singapore Energy Act. Support site to analyse energy efficiency opportunities, leverage expertise and manage projects to implement improvements.

Besides, you will support Engineering Services to meet profit plan targets, optimize cost effectiveness, and lower utility operation in accordance with cGMP and Safety guidelines, with emphasis on reliable and stable operation.

Cost Transformation and Energy Management

Support cost transformation for utilities program. Will be the project owner, ensuring projects are implemented on schedule, validated in accordance to commitment and accuracy of reports. Conduct analysis; identify risks and proposal for mitigation and to report out to the governance committee.Support the site energy efficiency program and introduce good energy management practices to improve energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact. The program shall be in alignment with the global energy conservation program and Singapore Energy Act. Support site to analyse energy efficiency opportunities, leverage expertise and drive projects to implement improvements.Support the site energy conservation program with all stakeholders to ensure site wide consistency in energy awareness, energy conservation and active participation in our site energy conservation programSupport the computerized energy monitoring system for the site to drive efficiency and sustainabilitySupport the development of annual and long-term strategic energy capital projects to ensure continuous energy efficiency improvement and energy conservation sustainability, in alignment with the site’s energy policies.Provide expertise in conducting energy audit, evaluating options and providing solutionsPromote energy efficiency program for the company to ensure high level of awareness by all employees in energy usage and energy efficiency in equipment operationNetwork with the energy subject matter experts from other sites, the Global Energy Team, other Pharma Energy Improvement team and the government to recommend proven or new energy savings program and initiatives and continuously seek new energy conservation technologies with subject matter expertsMonitor and analyse key performance indices and take mitigation actions to ensure objectives are met and where appropriate to escalate

Engineering Services Support

Coordinate with GES on site process engineering design, construction and equipment validation activities when appropriateSupports Energy Lead – Engineering to develop Profit Plan forecast, execute activities to meet production, cost effectiveness, and cost reduction targetsAny other tasks as and when assigned by Energy Lead

Management of Maintenance, Utilities & Facilities

Support utility / process / system energy efficiency program – compilation of data, analysis of data and recommendation to stakeholders to reduce wastage or find alternative energy efficient methodologyCollaborate with maintenance and utilities managers to ensure all equipment have an effective PM or predictive program to ensure all equipment are in high energy efficiency operationsSupport the development of system and program to track energy conservation projects, cost savings from new initiatives and prepare stretch goal for each year to reduce cost of energy for the sitePrepare utility budgets, monitor actual billing spending and track energy conservation projects against this budget. Analyse and report out risk and mitigation plans.Coordinate the implementation of energy projects with utilities operation with least impact to manufacturingRecommend energy efficient process, system or proven equipment to Project Engineers in their capital planning process or in their capital procurement planCoordinate and update global energy project planning system to maintain a good energy conservation pipeline for each year and over a 3-5 years period to ensure energy sustainability and reducing site energy consumption levelsEnsure projects are timely, on budget and completed in compliance to safety and qualityDue to diversity of the site and the complexity of projects, priority of projects and changes of priority affects the planning process. This position is frequently required to take appropriate decisions and actions to engage stake holders from peer level or next level managers for resolution. For the energy reduction role, he is to analyze, develop projects, prioritize and plan for the resources to complete the projects.

Technical Competencies

Advance in Energy Conservation Technologies, Proven Energy Savings Program, Standards and Benchmarking.Advance in the practical application of theoretical engineering knowledgeAdvance in the development and monitoring of engineering budgetsAdvance in planning of engineering and non-engineering activities in support of roleAdvance in the principles and application of risk based decisionConsistently applies and promote LSS, MPS and change management tools

SHE

Consistently show safety leadership by demonstrating advance understanding of all safety procedures and standardsSeek opportunities to improve company SHE standards and move company towards goal on injury free workplace & better environment

cGMP Standards

Consistently demonstrates advanced understanding of the importance of cGMP and WQS standardsConsistently demonstrates an advanced understanding of the importance of cGMP regulations related to their work and consistently develops and executes appropriate solutionsSeek opportunities to improve company cGMP standards and move company towards goal of Sustainable ComplianceSubsystem owner for Quality Management System – Plant Maintenance Calibration.

Problem Solving

Demonstrate creativity, maturity and foresight in providing solutions which are highly innovative, practical for implementation and may have strategic impactLead cross-functional teams in the evaluation and resolution of complex problems with potential impact across business units and demonstrates ability to make rapid rational decisions under pressure

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Undertakes activities to realize cost reduction, energy reduction or continuous improvement projects to be on time, on budget and to meet compliance requirementsEffectively implements the Performance Management Process (PMP), ensures that objectives are developed, provides timely continuous feedback to direct reports, and appropriately rewards team members based on performance and demonstration of our leadership standardsImplement effectively any tasks or projects as assigned by Supervisor as prioritized by business need.

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE

Engineering Degree or equivalentSingapore Certified Energy Manager (preferable)Advance degree, such as Masters, would be a plusWork experience required with 8-10 years’ experience in engineering, manufacturing, consultancy or equivalent industryDemonstrate leadership behavior in alignment with our leadership standards

Functional Competencies

Demonstrated project management expertise to execute large and/or complex projects, work in cross-functional teams to complete projects successfully within budget, schedule and quality requirements.Knowledge of applicable regulations and divisional policies/guidelines, especially equipment design, equipment qualification, preventive maintenance and calibration.Demonstrated capability in vendor service contracts management.Demonstrated knowledge of our System Life Cycle Methodology.Understands maintenance programs and requirements (reliability-cantered, preventative, predictive).Stewardship awareness, including cGMP, regulatory inspection preparation, and SHE.Demonstrated capability in the application of appropriate troubleshooting and problem-solving techniques.Effective communication skills, ability to lead cross-functional teams.Performance planning: objectives setting, metrics, action plan, reviews and performance management.Understands the site value stream and is customer focused.

This is a career conversion programme under Workforce Singapore (WSG) and candidates must meet the following criteria and are open to the following conditions:

Singaporeans/Singapore PRs onlyPMETs/Mid-Careerist with more than 2 years working experience

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

Limitless opportunities across various areas in Manufacturing; well-structured career path A state-of-the-art facility that delivers solution to its customers world-wideHighly engaging team that aims to innovate the future

Our Manufacturing & Supply Division is committed to be the most trusted supplier of biopharmaceuticals worldwide. Our facilities, along with our external contractors, suppliers, and partners, create an interdependent global manufacturing network that’s committed to delivering a high quality, reliable supply to customers and patients on time, every time.

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

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Employee Status:

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

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Not Applicable

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Job Posting End Date:

01/11/2025

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Requisition ID:R326931