Merck & Co.

Job Description

Do you have a passion for continuous improvement and a strong background in engineering? Become part of a collaborative team that enhances operational efficiency and fosters a safe, comfortable environment for all. Your expertise will be the key to our success!

For the Facility Management & Engineering team in Haarlem we are looking for an experienced Reliability Engineer.

Welcome in our team

Facilities Management is an integrated service department responsible for a wide array of essential services that ensure the smooth operation of buildings and site premises. This includes the maintenance of technical assets such as HVAC systems, compressed air, vacuum systems, potable and purified water, sewage, and electrical systems. Additionally, the department oversees soft services like catering, cleaning, security, waste management and pest control. By collaborating closely with service providers, the team focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and continuously improving service delivery. This holistic approach not only maintains the physical infrastructure but also fosters a safe and comfortable environment for all users.

About the role

In this impactful role, you will be responsible for optimizing the performance and reliability of the technical assets within Facility Management. Together with the Maintenance Engineers, you will work on developing and maintaining a multi-year asset reliability plan. Your efforts will focus on ensuring that Facility Management-owned assets operate at optimal life cycle costs, enhancing their performance and reliability. You will report directly to the Associate Director of Maintenance and Operations.

Tasks and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Co-develop and maintain the asset management program (MJOP).
• Support the NEN 2767 asset condition assessment program.
• Contribute to multi-year maintenance budgeting and capital planning.
• Participate in initiatives to reduce the site’s CO2 footprint.
• Prepare capital request documents and business cases for projects.
• Develop standardized work methods for asset maintenance.
• Conduct periodic equipment reviews, risk assessments, and ensure proper maintenance of technical documentation.

Your profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with SAP PM, NEN2767, ISO55000 preferred.
• Passion for Lean and continuous improvement.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in both Dutch and English.

What we offer

Working with us means being part of a dynamic and challenging environment with excellent opportunities for personal development. Our benefits are very competitive; below is a summary of what you can expect:

• Competitive salary and a 3% year-end bonus.
• 35.5 vacation days.
• Attractive collective health insurance package with considerable discounts.
• Solid pension plan.
• Incentive plan.
• Travel allowance for commuting.
• Free access to in-house sports facilities.
• Various training, coaching, and e-learning modules for long-term career development.

For questions about this vacancy

Please send your question along with the vacancy number and title of the position to this email address: RecruitmentNL@Company.com. You can only apply through the website.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Required Skills:

Applied Engineering, Applied Engineering, Asset Management, Budget Management, Business Case Development, Capital Projects, Carbon Footprint Reduction, Catering Management, Compressed Air, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), Data Management, Detail-Oriented, Equipment Maintenance, Facility Management, Hazard Recognition, Interpersonal Relationships, Management Process, Manufacturing Technical Support, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Equipment Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Production Optimization, SAP Project System (PS), System Upgrades, Teamwork {+ 5 more}

Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:

06/27/2025

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