Facilities Specialist II

Job Description

When you're part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll do important work. Surrounded by collaborative colleagues, you'll have the support and opportunities that only a global leader can give you. Our respected, growing organization has an outstanding strategy for the near term and beyond. Take your place on our strong team, and help us make significant contributions to the world.

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue exceeding $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, improving patient diagnostics and therapies, or increasing efficiency in their laboratories, we are here to support them. Our team of more than 100,000 colleagues delivers an unrivalled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD. For more information, please visit

The Facilities Specialist is responsible for implementing the company's Facilities, Maintenance and Security Programs at Tuas Asia Distribution Center (ADC).

This position will anticipate, plan, budget, and schedule facility operations and maintenance for a large warehouse with critical cold chain storage. This position will lead and execute building expansion, layout updates, maintenance/repair of building infrastructure and mechanical, electrical & plumbing (MEP) systems, as well as closely partner across functions with our Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) teams to ensure safety, environmental compliance, and sustainability efforts. The Candidate will be in direct contact with the Property Management Team and report to and coordinate with on lease issues, major projects, campus construction, infrastructure repairs and other matters.

This role will be responsible for the facilities management for Asia Distribution Center (ADC)

• Manage day-to-day facilities operations and maintenance activities.
• Liaise with landlord estate management for necessary supports.
• Maintain drawings for workplace layout, mechanical & electrical, etc.
• Identify, select, and manage contractors for execution of facilities maintenance, improvement works and new/exiting leasehold improvement activities.
• Plan, establish and manage facility improvement initiatives in collaboration of EHS and other departments.
• Plan, support and establish projects to improve facilities, upgrade infrastructure, etc.
• Seek approvals from landlord for leasehold improvements.
• Prepare and manage annual operation budget plan.
• Manage general administrative services including cleaning, housekeeping, meeting & event supports, office supplies, etc.
• Manage security service including access control, CCTV etc.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, and/or Facilities Management Certificate and relevant experience.
• 5+ years' experience in facility management.
• Familiar with HVAC and cold room systems.
• Ability to work under pressure and coordinate numerous activities with a multi-disciplinary team who need to communicate and cooperate to achieve success.
• Good written and oral communication skills.

• Highly effective organization, negotiation, coordination, and presentation skills.
• Skilled at contractor, vendor management and relations.
• Meeting facilitation skills.
• Must be able to manage and lead change.
• Must have a bias for action and a continuous improvement mindset.

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. A one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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