Facility manager in Bleiswijk, Nederland

Thermo Fisher Scientific seeks a facility manager for its European Distribution Center in Bleiswijk to oversee operations, maintenance, and regulatory compliance across three buildings totaling 16,000 m². The role requires leadership of maintenance teams and coordination with internal and external stakeholders to ensure facility reliability and safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee facility operations and maintenance activities across multiple buildings
• Manage critical systems including HVAC, utilities, equipment maintenance, and infrastructure
• Lead and develop maintenance teams while coordinating with internal departments and external vendors
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives and ensure regulatory compliance
• Handle emergency response and on-call escalations for facility issues

Requirements

• Advanced degree plus 3 years experience, or bachelor's degree plus 5 years experience
• Experience in GMP or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
• Leadership and team development experience with maintenance staff
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical systems, utilities, and compressed gases
• Regulatory compliance and quality systems expertise
• Project management and budget oversight capabilities
• Fluency in Dutch and English languages