Facility Engineer

ALK is a global, research-driven pharmaceutical company that focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of allergies. We are committed to improving the quality of life for people living with allergic diseases through innovative solutions and sustainable practices.

Sustainability is a core part of our strategy. We strive to minimize our environmental footprint by reducing energy consumption, optimizing waste management, and promoting responsible sourcing. Our facilities are designed and operated with a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and environmental stewardship, supporting our long-term commitment to a healthier planet.

The position

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Facility Engineer to oversee the management of outsourced facility services, including cleaning, catering, and security. This role is critical to ensure that our workplace remains safe, efficient, and aligned with ALK's sustainability and compliance standards.

The Facility Engineer will be responsible for the daily coordination of service providers, contract management, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires strong stakeholder management skills and a structured approach to service delivery.

Organizational chart:
Reports to Engineering Director

Fields of responsibility

• Manage and supervise external service contracts (cleaning, catering, security).
• Ensure service delivery meets ALK's standards for quality, safety, and sustainability.
• Monitor vendor performance and conduct regular reviews and audits.
• Collaborate with Procurement, EHS, and other internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with company policies.
• Drive initiatives for cost optimization and environmental impact reduction.
• Maintain documentation and reporting related to facility operations and vendor compliance.
• Support emergency preparedness and business continuity planning.
• Promote a culture of safety, service excellence, and sustainability across the site.

Your qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Facility Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Al least, 3–5 years of experience in facility or contract management, preferably in a regulated industry.
• Strong understanding of HSE regulations and sustainability practices.
• Proven experience working in GMP environments.
• Advanced proficiency in spoken, written, and understood English.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Work on CMMS system (Blue Mountain) to manage the contractor's interventions.
• AutoCAD knowledge for drawings control.

Skills overview

• Must be fluent in Spanish and possess good communication skills in English.
• Proactive and results-oriented behavior.
• Able to plan activities by prioritizing based on criticality and impact.
• Able to adapt to new and changing situations, maintaining a positive attitude to understand other points of view and facilitate change by exposing the reasons and benefits of them, anticipating possible barriers and looking for ways to overcome them.
• Good written and communication skills to communicate with all company management levels.
• Good presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and prioritize effectively.

The position is located at ALK's site in Madrid what is in the business area of Ciudad Lineal, very close to the center of Madrid. We have quick access to the Hermanos García Noblejas and Ascao metro stations and we also have a wide bus connection. The manufacturing center is located at Calle Miguel Fleta 19 while the Business Support area is in an annex building located in the Avalon Business Park. Nevertheless, we have a remote working policy that will allow you to work from home part of your time.

ALK, among other benefits, has a canteen where employees can have breakfast and lunch every day.

If this sounds like a company mission, job and a department you would like to be part of, we hope to receive your CV and application, but please do not send your CV via e-mail due to GDPR rules.