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Engineering Lead at JLL in Singapore, Singapore
ExperiencedOn-siteFull-timeSingapore, Singapore
Job Description
Engineering Lead
Location: Singapore
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Job Overview
The Assistant Site Lead supports the Site Lead in the day‑to‑day management of hard services operations at a GMP‑regulated pharmaceutical facility. The role focuses on HVAC and critical utilities, ensuring operational reliability, regulatory compliance, and achievement of contractual KPIs. The position carries defined site‑level responsibilities and requires close coordination with the Site Lead on operational and technical matters. 24/7 standby support is required.
This role demands a highly experienced HVAC and facilities engineering professional with proven financial management capabilities and leadership accountability. You must maintain critical pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities with deep HVAC expertise while demonstrating strong business acumen in CAPEX/OPEX planning, the ability to hold teams accountable for results, and skill in balancing client satisfaction with JLL business objectives. Success requires working in close partnership with the Site Lead on all strategic, contractual, and JLL organizational matters while driving operational excellence and protecting the JLL account for long-term sustainability and growth.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Site Lead in daily site operations and service delivery
Act as site‑level operational support in the absence of the Site Lead, within delegated authority
Manage HVAC systems, utilities, and M&E services in a GMP environment
Ensure compliance with GMP, EHS, client, and JLL standards
Deliver assigned KPIs and SLAs, and support overall site performance targets
Manage OPEX budgets for areas of responsibility and support CAPEX planning and execution
Lead and support incident, deviation, and breakdown investigations, including RCA and CAPA implementation
Coordinate and manage contractors and vendors to ensure safety, quality, and performance
Support audits, inspections, and client technical engagements
Maintain engineering documentation, SOPs, and site records
Provide 24/7 standby and emergency response support
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical ,or related Engineering discipline
5–8 years’ experience in facilities or engineering operations
Strong HVAC experience in GMP / pharmaceutical / cleanroom environments
Experience managing vendors, teams, and operational KPIs
Proven OPEX budget control experience; CAPEX exposure preferred
Good understanding of GMP, EHS, and regulatory compliance
Clear and professional communication with clients and internal stakeholders
BizSafe Level 2 certification
Preferred
Experience supporting regulatory or client audits (FDA, MOH or equivalent)
Facilities management or service‑provider background
Cleanroom or HVAC‑related certifications
Own transport preferred for emergency response
Working Conditions
Site‑based role
24/7 standby responsibility
Location:
On-site –Singapore
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