Director of Maintenance and Engineering (Springhill)

Director of Maintenance and Engineering

Location: Windsor, Nova Scotia, Canada. Full time. Posted 30+ Days Ago.

Job Description

BIOVECTRA, now a part of Agilent, is a leader in contract development and manufacturing, specializing in active pharmaceutical ingredients for clinical‑to‑commercial scale production, including microbial fermentation, synthetic small molecules, ADC, HPAPI, plasmid DNA, mRNA, LNP and sterile filling capabilities. With more than 650 employees across Windsor, NS and Charlottetown, PEI, BIOVECTRA supports over 100 clients, including over 20 top pharma and biotech companies. BIOVECTRA joined Agilent in 2024 and is part of Agilent’s Advanced Manufacturing Partnerships Division (AMPD). The Director of Engineering and Maintenance is responsible for the building, equipment and system performance of a cGMP manufacturing facility. The Director leads, manages, and coaches engineering, validation, maintenance and capital project staff to ensure equipment and systems are designed, installed and consistently perform as intended when needed. This on‑site role is based at the Windsor, Nova Scotia site.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engineering and maintenance strategies aligned with Biovectra’s operational objectives.
• Provide oversight and guidance to a talented and diverse team of engineering and maintenance managers, engineers and technicians.
• Ensure the reliable and efficient performance of process and utility equipment.
• Lead initiatives to minimize downtime and optimize overall plant performance.
• Collaborate with staff and departments to execute engineering and maintenance tasks effectively.
• Ensure critical capital projects, renovations, and upgrades to building systems are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.
• Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), documentation, change controls, and training within the department.
• Represent the maintenance and engineering departments during regulatory and client audits, instilling confidence in the robustness of the team.
• Ensure all engineering and maintenance practices comply with applicable Health Canada, FDA and other regulatory requirements as well as internal standards and policies.
• Foster a culture of teamwork and performance, focusing on client and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Provide leadership, development and performance management to the maintenance and engineering staff.
• Effectively engage, interact with, influence, and retain the confidence of senior leaders, peers and customers.
• Oversee the team responsible for manufacturing technology and collaborate with Systems IT to align on program direction and equipment requirements.
• Oversee and manage manufacturing equipment commissioning, qualification and requalification.
• Instill and promote a culture of safety within the engineering and maintenance teams, ensuring adherence to safety protocols during maintenance operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field. Advanced degrees or professional certifications (e.g., PE, CFM, CHFM, LEED AP) are preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in engineering and facilities management, with 5+ years in a leadership role within a life science, medical, pharmaceutical, or research facility.
• Extensive knowledge of manufacturing process equipment used in the pharmaceutical, food processing, or other closely related industry.
• Knowledge of related mechanical systems such as rotating equipment componentry, steam and other media transfer systems.
• Experience demonstrating leadership and technical skills in high‑pressure environments.
• Extensive knowledge of building operations, distribution systems, steam & chilled water production plants, and building systems commissioning and qualification.
• Proven management development and leadership skills, and strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance management systems (CMMS) and reliability‑centered maintenance practices.
• Demonstrated success with talent management and creating an engaged workforce using inclusion as a core principle.
• Proven experience in managing maintenance for sterile manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Established expertise and knowledge of biopharmaceutical manufacturing, good engineering practices, and equipment design and qualification.
• Experience or training in Lean manufacturing methodologies, with a track record of implementing Lean principles to improve maintenance processes and operational efficiency.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to sterile manufacturing.

Additional Details

This is a full‑time role with a weekly schedule. The full‑time equivalent pay range for this position is $127,745.00 – $199,601.00 CAD per year, plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location.

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Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal prospect employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.