Section Head - Engineering

Job Purpose Ensure the proper functioning, maintenance, and continuous improvement of all equipment and utilities within the Cipla Ain Ouda plant, in compliance with GMP standards and production requirements

Key Accountabilities Accountability Cluster Major Activities / Tasks Maintenance Planning and Execution Plan and supervise preventive and corrective maintenance activities for production and utility equipment. Ensure minimum downtime and optimal availability of machines.

Compliance & Documentation Maintain up-to-date maintenance records, equipment logbooks, calibration, and qualification files. Ensure compliance with cGMP. Support internal and external audits.

Safety & Operational Efficiency Monitor workplace safety standards. Ensure all equipment operates safely and efficiently. Coordinate energy-saving and optimization projects.

Team Management & Technical Support Supervise maintenance technicians, assign daily tasks, and provide technical guidance. Conduct regular training to maintain team readiness.

Continuous Improvement Propose and implement improvements in equipment reliability and maintenance systems (TPM, Lean, 5S).

Major Challenges

• Equipment breakdown during production hours
• Limited availability of spare parts
• Balancing production priorities with maintenance needs
• Ensuring compliance while managing cost and efficiency

Key Interactions Internal

• Production & Planning
• Quality Assurance / Quality Control
• Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
• Warehouse & Purchase

External

• Equipment suppliers
• External service providers & engineers
• Auditors / Calibration Agencies

Skills & Knowledge Educational Qualifications:

• Bac +5 or more in Industrial Maintenance, Electromechanics, or equivalent engineering field

Relevant Experience

• Minimum 5 years in industrial maintenance, preferably in pharmaceutical industry
• At least 2 years in a supervisory role

Skills

• Fluent in French and English (spoken and written)
• Knowledge of GMP, HVAC, utilities, and cleanroom standards
• Advanced Excel and Word user