Posted 5 months ago
Supervisor, Facility Services
@ Patheon Inc
Whitby, Ontario
Overview
Patheon Inc, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, is hiring a Supervisor, Facility Services to oversee facility operations and maintenance with a focus on regulatory compliance, safety and GMP standards. The role leads a team covering HVAC, utilities, equipment maintenance and building infrastructure, with on-call rotation and a standard Monday to Friday schedule. The estimated annual pay range in Ontario is $69,400 to $104,050.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee facility operations and maintenance activities
- Lead team on HVAC, utilities, equipment and building infrastructure
- Implement continuous improvement while maintaining GMP standards
- Coordinate with internal departments and external vendors
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's plus 5 years or advanced degree plus 3 years experience
- Experience leading maintenance teams of 4-12 technicians
- Proficiency in BMS and CMMS
- Knowledge of FDA, EMA and cGMP compliance
- Ability to read P&IDs and technical drawings
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · workday
- Employer posting date
- 2026-06-23
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-19
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day, evening, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Laboratory, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Licences & certifications | Gas Safe certification |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required), Master’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Engineering, Facilities Management |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
Patheon Inc
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Durham |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 29 |
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)Environmental Conditions
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Various outside weather conditionsJob Description
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.
Oversee facility operations and maintenance activities with a focus on ensuring regulatory compliance, safety, and operational excellence. Lead a team responsible for critical facility systems including HVAC, utilities, equipment maintenance, and building infrastructure. Implement continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining GMP standards and supporting manufacturing operations. Coordinate with internal departments and external vendors to ensure reliable facility operations and minimal disruption to production activities.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Advanced degree plus 3 years of experience, or Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of experience, preferably in GMP/pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
• Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering, Facilities Management, or related technical field
• Additional certifications in facilities systems, safety procedures, or trade specializations beneficial
• Gas Safe certification where applicable
• Experience leading and developing maintenance teams of 4-12 technicians
• Proficiency in building management systems (BMS) and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and utility systems including HVAC, water systems, compressed gases
• Experience with regulatory compliance (FDA, EMA, cGMP) and quality systems
• Project management skills and budget oversight capabilities
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, P&IDs, and engineering documentation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Emergency response capabilities and availability for on-call rotation
• Effective communication and team leadership skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and facility management software
• Experience managing contractor relationships and service agreements
• Safety program implementation and compliance expertise
• Ability to work various shifts including nights/weekends as needed
• Physical ability to perform inspections and respond to facility issues
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between facilities as needed
Education:
• Advanced degree plus 3 years of experience, or Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of experience, preferably in GMP/pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
• Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering, Facilities Management, or related technical field
• Additional certifications in facilities systems, safety procedures, or trade specializations beneficial
Compensation
The estimated annualized pay range for this position in Ontario is $69,400.00–$104,050.00.Journal
Only you can see this. Kept on this device, and in your account when you sign in.