Global Physical Asset Manager for Utilities & MEP

Asset Management Strategy

• Define and deploy global Asset Management standards, methodologies, and policies.
• Contribute to the development and implementation Asset Management strategy across all sites.
• Establish governance processes for physical assets throughout their lifecycle.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and new asset management methodologies.

Asset Lifecycle & Portfolio Management

• Maintain a global overview of the Utilities & MEP asset portfolio.
• Assess asset condition, lifecycle stage, degradation mechanisms, and associated technical risks.
• Identify optimization, remediation, renewal, and replacement opportunities.
• Monitor Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and optimize asset financial performance.

Utilities & MEP Scope

Manage assets including:

• HVAC systems
• Electrical power generation and distribution
• Boilers and steam systems
• Water production and distribution
• Hot and cold utility systems
• Gas and fuel distribution networks
• Clean and black utilities
• Building MEP infrastructure
• Industrial automation and related IT systems

Risk Management

• Act as the End-to-End technical risk manager for the assigned asset portfolio.
• Lead technical risk assessments and define mitigation and remediation plans.
• Develop response strategies for non-compliant assets together with Engineering, Technical Services, and Asset Owners.
• Ensure compliance with Quality, GxP, and HSE requirements.

Capital & Operational Planning

• Develop and justify annual OPEX and CAPEX sustaining budgets.
• Prioritize investment projects according to business objectives and asset criticality.
• Monitor expenditure throughout the year.
• Build business cases supporting strategic investment decisions.

Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the single point of contact for Utilities & MEP asset management initiatives.
• Collaborate with Business, Engineering, Technical Services, PMO, Global Engineering, and site teams.
• Translate technical analyses into clear recommendations for senior management.
• Drive change management and promote adoption of new asset management practices.

Performance & Capability Development

• Develop asset performance monitoring and gap assessment programs.
• Ensure technical support is provided throughout the asset lifecycle.
• Manage external service providers and contracts when required.
• Contribute to the development of Asset Management department capabilities.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biologics manufacturing industry.
• Strong expertise in physical asset management and lifecycle management.
• Proven experience managing technical risks across heterogeneous asset portfolios.
• Experience preparing CAPEX/OPEX investment plans and business cases.

Technical Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of Utilities & MEP systems, including HVAC, electrical distribution, boilers, steam, water systems, gas distribution, and industrial utilities.
• Good understanding of asset degradation mechanisms and lifecycle requirements.
• Experience linking asset strategies with digitalization initiatives, operational resilience, cost optimization, COGS, and EBITDA improvement.

Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to engage senior stakeholders and influence strategic decisions.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Change management mindset.

• Enjoy a competitive salary package with extra perks that recognize your talent.
• Advance your career with a clear growth path, coaching, and mentoring to support you.
• Thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment where you can truly make an impact.
• Work when and where you perform best, ensuring an optimal work-life balance.
• Choose a flexible transport solution, from a company car to a public transport subscription.
• Expand your network and enjoy unforgettable moments at exclusive events and afterworks.
• Grow your skills with external courses and our in-house Pauwels Academy.
• Work on exciting projects with industry leaders in Life Sciences, Engineering & Digital.
• Seize opportunities at every level, from a strong start to career acceleration and expert collaboration.