Job Title: Project Leader – Utilities & Facilities
Location: Diemen, Netherlands
Experience Level: Senior
Start Date: September 2025
Type: Contract (September 2025 – January 2026, with possible extension)

The role:
The client is seeking a hands-on Project Leader to take charge of utility and facility-related technical projects during a temporary handover period. You will be stepping in for the current Technical Project Lead, who will be unavailable for several months starting end of the year. You’ll receive a full project handover and will independently lead the replacement of steam and central heating installations, ensuring safety, compliance, and coordination with external contractors.

Responsibilities:

Take ownership of multiple ongoing technical facility projects

Lead the replacement of steam installations and central heating systems

Ensure safe, compliant execution and delivery within budget and timeline

Act as primary point of contact for external contractors on site

Coordinate with internal stakeholders to minimize production disruption

Maintain alignment with GMP, GDP, HACCP, and NEN3140 standards

Qualifications:

MBO-4 or HBO-level technical education

3+ years of experience leading technical projects in the pharmaceutical or food industry

Proven experience with utility systems (steam, HVAC, heating)

Knowledge of relevant regulations: GMP, GDP, HACCP, NEN3140

Fluent in Dutch and English

Comfortable working independently and reporting directly to operations management

The client:
This client is a pharmaceutical production company specializing in OTC medicines and supplements. Their facility operates under strict GMP guidelines and requires continuous upgrades to critical building and utility infrastructure. The Project Leader will report directly to the Manager Operations and collaborate with a Technical Service department of 8 colleagues focused on packaging lines and general maintenance.