Evolve Scientific are recruiting for a key global pharmaceutical leader who are seeking an experienced Site Engineering Manager to take ownership of engineering operations at an established manufacturing site. This is a strategic leadership role focused on strengthening existing frameworks, driving reliability, and delivering site improvements.
About the Role As Engineering Manager, you will lead all engineering, maintenance, and utilities operations for the Rutherford site. This includes capital planning and execution, maintenance reliability, energy management, process automation, site security, and facilities management. You will also play a key role in technical projects, continuous improvement, and supporting product transfers.
The site is well established, and we are seeking someone who can review current engineering functions, identify gaps, and implement best practice frameworks for preventive maintenance and reliability programs. You will lead a team of engineers and maintenance professionals while building upon existing systems optimise performance.
Key Responsibilities- Lead engineering, maintenance, utilities, and facilities operations at this key site
- Build and implement preventive maintenance frameworks and reliability programs
- Review and improve existing engineering functions to ensure compliance and efficiency
- Plan and execute capital projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards
- Manage utilities and facilities operations, including sustainability initiatives
- Collaborate with global engineering and site leadership on technical transfers and continuous improvement projects
About You- Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
- Proven experience building and implementing engineering frameworks, including preventive maintenance and reliability strategies
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in engineering leadership within a manufacturing environment (pharmaceutical preferred)
- Strong background in capital project management and continuous improvement
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and team development skills
- Solid understanding of GMP and regulatory compliance requirements
What We Offer- Opportunity to shape and modernise engineering functions at an established site
- Work with a global pharmaceutical leader committed to innovation and operational excellence
- Competitive remuneration and career development opportunities
- Collaborative leadership team and a role where your impact will be visible
If you think this could be the role for you, then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed). If you would like to discuss this role in further detail please contact Sarah Cassidy on sarah.cassidy@evolvescientific.com.au or 0416 940 059
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