Facilities Maintenance Lead Engineer- Pharmaceuticals

Are you a strong technical operator who naturally steps into leadership?

Collaborative and inclusive work culture

Continuous Professional Development

We are delighted to partner, with our client a world leader in technical services, providing global expertise across 18 countries. The company designs, installs and maintains solutions for clients to support them in their energy, industrial and digital transitions. This is an prospect to take ownership of a critical facility within a highly regulated pharmaceutical environment, leading a team while staying close to the work. You’ll will play a key role in ensuring that essential systems, infrastructure, and maintenance programs run safely, efficiently, and without disruption.

The Role

This position requires active leadership, providing guidance to the team while maintaining a direct involvement in operational activities. You’ll be based onsite working within a structured, high-performing environment where standards are high, but so is support.

Reporting to the Facility Manager you will:
Lead, support and coordinate a team of maintenance technicians
Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance across site systems
Ensure reliability of key infrastructure (HVAC, electrical, mechanical, utilities)




Drive compliance with GMP and safety standards
Plan and manage maintenance schedules to minimise downtime
Work closely with contractors and service providers
Maintain accurate records, reporting, and documentation
Act as a trusted point of contact for the client, ensuring high service standards

You’ll be the person who keeps things moving—proactively solving issues before they become problems!

About You

You’re practical, calm under pressure, and confident leading others. You don’t just manage, you take ownership!

You will bring:
5+ years’ experience in a supervisory or leading hand role
Experience within pharmaceutical, biotech, GMP, or similarly regulated environments
Tertiary degree in Engineering discipline or Trade background (electrical highly regarded)
Strong understanding of maintenance, compliance, and safety requirements
Proven ability to lead teams and manage competing priorities
Explicit communication style and a proactive approach
Proficiency in facility management software and systems (CMMS, Maximo preferably)

This is a great opportunity to be part of a globally backed organisation with a robust local presence.
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📌 Facilities Maintenance Lead Engineer Pharmaceuticals Melbourne (Australia)
🏢 Micale Recruitment
📍 Australia