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For more than 65 years, we have connected science, technology, and manufacturing to scale complex ideas into high-quality and innovative solutions that truly make a difference.\nAs an international Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), we support the development and manufacture of drug substances, intermediates, and drug products across the full life cycle. We are globally recognized for our leadership in specialized technologies such as Spray Drying and Continuous Tableting. But what truly sets us apart is not just what we do - it is how we do it: with purpose, care, collaboration, and a deep commitment to doing the right things right.\nOur people are the reason for our success. We are a global and diverse team of more than 2,600 team members across Europe, the USA, and Asia, bringing together different experiences and perspectives to help our partners to overcome complex challenges. We believe that an inclusive environment - where everyone, regardless of background, identity or ability, is respected, heard and empowered to contribute - is essential to drive innovation, ensure quality, and secure long-term sustainable success.\nAnd as we grow, so do the opportunities for our people to develop, broaden their perspectives, and build meaningful careers. Because at Hovione, better starts with those who choose to make a difference every day. Will you be one of them?\nYou will be responsible to:\nAs Engineering & Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for supervising maintenance operations, leading technical teams and contractors, and ensuring the reliable performance of site equipment and utilities. You will drive continuous improvement initiatives, support site growth, and foster a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence.\nMaintenance & Technical Leadership\nSupervise the timely execution of preventive, corrective, and calibration activities across mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and utility systems.\nEnsure rapid response to equipment breakdowns while delivering effective and cost-efficient technical solutions.\nSupport troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, calibration, and servicing of manufacturing and utility equipment.\nManage maintenance plans and contribute to their continuous improvement.\nReview and support local engineering projects, including evaluation of technical drawings and specifications.\nMaintain accurate maintenance and calibration records in line with GMP requirements.\nTeam Leadership\nLead, coach, and develop maintenance technicians and contractors.\nAllocate daily work activities and ensure resources are effectively utilized.\nSupport recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and succession planning activities.\nFoster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous learning.\nEnsure team objectives are aligned with site goals and business priorities.\nContinuous Improvement\nDrive Lean and Operational Excellence initiatives including TPM, 5S, Top 5, problem-solving, and root cause investigations.\nEncourage and implement ideas that improve reliability, productivity, efficiency, and cost performance.\nCollaborate with Operations and Engineering teams to optimize equipment performance and maintenance strategies.\nCompliance & Safety\nEnsure all maintenance activities are carried out in compliance with GMP, EHS, and regulatory requirements.\nParticipate in audits, inspections, deviation investigations, and corrective action implementation.\nPromote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to all site policies and procedures.\nMaintain high standards of housekeeping and workplace organization.\nWe are looking to recruit a Candidate:\nDegree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation, Chemical Engineering, Maintenance Engineering, or a related technical discipline.\nTechnical qualifications in maintenance disciplines will also be considered when combined with relevant experience.\n 7-10 years of experience in Engineering and Maintenance within a manufacturing environment.\nPrevious experience supervising maintenance teams, contractors, or technical personnel.\nStrong experience in preventive and corrective maintenance of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems.\nExperience with maintenance management systems (SAP or equivalent CMMS preferred).\nExperience managing outsourced contractors and service providers.\nExperience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, food, chemical, or other GMP-regulated industries is highly desirable.\nProven experience leading troubleshooting, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.\nSkills & Behaviours\nStrong leadership and people management capabilities.\nExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills.\nProactive and hands-on problem solver.\nAbility to make decisions and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.\nContinuous improvement mindset with a focus on operational excellence.\nResilient, adaptable, and results-oriented.\nFluent English communication skills.\nHovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer\nInclusion and diversity are key to us. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you require any reasonable accommodation or support during the application or interview process, please contact us, and we will be happy to assist.\nNotice to Agencies and Search Firms Representatives\nHovione does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies or search firms for this job posting. Any resumes submitted to Hovione by a third-party agency or search firm without a valid written and signed search agreement will become the sole property of Hovione. 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