Business Introduction: We manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients’ needs and drive our performance. Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it’s vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply. We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients Job purpose: As the Head of Capital Projects and Sustainability you are a key member of the Belgium Engineering & Maintenance leadership team, accountable for delivering the capital investment portfolio across all Belgian sites. The role ensures the adoption of state-of-the-art technologies and drives forward-looking, sustainable solutions. Lead for the site Capital Portfolio. You are responsible for organizing annual Asset Conditional assessments and drafting the Facility Master Plan. You are responsible for End-to-End delivery of Site’s Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) budget, in line with GSK Safety, Quality & Compliance standards. In addition to managing the CAPEX for site, you directly lead end-to-end delivery of Engineering projects. Domains of these projects can range from Sustainable Energy to Operational & Utilities Engineering Upgrades and Construction projects. You are accountable for maintaining good documentation practices for all projects in line with the Project Management Framework. Your responsibilities: Operational Planning & Executions Lead, manage, design, develop, create and maintain small-scale through large-scale Engineering CAPEX projects and modifications involving cost & material saving in a safe, timely, quality and sustainable manner Manage and plan site CAPEX budget and ensure target spend is achieved year-on-year through relevant KPIs and analysis. You will be accountable for maintaining Department wise CAPEX project lists and ensuring that funding approvals are done timely to capitalize projects on agreed timelines with the Finance Department Seamless coordination and constant liaison with the Global Capital Lead for developing, submitting, tracking and upgrading site CAPEX plan Conduct construction safety investigations utilizing appropriate root cause & Five-Why tools and analyze data (maps, reports, tests, drawings and other) to regularly update the relevant stakeholders Carry out techno-commercial analysis and feasibility studies to draw up blueprints that satisfy technical specifications, in liaison with consultants Assess potential construction safety risks, materials and costs through standard risk management practices Tap the potential of Continuous Improvement to advise creatively resolve any emerging problems / deficiencies throughout the project life-cycle Manage, train, develop and mentor staff and effectively liaise with a variety of stakeholders (EHS, Finance, External Consultants, Engineering, Project Contractors) to streamline project execution and closure Monitor progress and compile reports in project status. Develop BOQs, manage budget and purchase materials/ equipment by deploying Total System Cost concept and forecasting material requirement Comply with international standards, best industry practices, local laws, guidelines and regulations including permits, safety etc. and deliver technical files and other technical documentation as required through updated digital channels while maintaining adequate access control Identify and prioritize replacement or upgrade of processes, equipment, and components at Site that can deliver high return on investment through automation by working closely with team lead automation Ensure safety issues are appropriately addressed and mitigated. Strategic Planning Analyze the production equipment operations and provide a plan for the improvement of process efficiency and robustness Provide useful inputs in planning the capacity and forecasting the utilization Plan the induction of new maintenance concepts Apply new technology as a driving force for process simplification, economical and effective payback times. Compliance and Procedural Implementations Ensure adequate selection, training and development of staff to achieve their maximum potential to meet business objective User performance development plans effectively for better performance and development of teams Ensure that requirements of TP-13 are fulfilled in the concerned area Develop and implement systems, policies, and procedure so that engineering activities are operated safely, support production, and comply with Group and Local regulatory requirements Ensure that all engineering related systems are maintained within their validated Parameters to achieve consistent quality and reliability Responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and Safety regulations and practices applicable to this position Providing Engineering support for preparation of Site Quality plans periodically Manage engineering needs and procurement policies are being met to facilitate the Smooth flow of engineering operations Ensure compliance with Global GSK policies and procedures comprising of GMP, ETCM, TPs, BCP, EHS, GQP and QMS policies Take responsibility and accountability for Physical Contamination Cause and Elimination (PCCE) program at site, identifying, managing, and eliminating PCCE risks and deviations to ensure compliance with EHS and quality policies. Additional information: Reporting line: VP Engineering & Maintenance Position level: Senior Director People management (direct/indirect reports, etc.): Direct Reports (max 10). Indirect Reports (max 150). Assets Managed: up to 150 M£ annually Business travel requirements: limited Primary location: Wavre, Belgium Secondary location: / Application closing date: Friday April 17th, 2026, EOD CET Why You? Basic Qualifications: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: Master’s Degree in Engineering i.e. Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical area Minimum 10 years of experience in an Engineering, Manufacturing or Project Management role Knowledge and experience in Project Management, Construction Safety requirements & Utilities, budgeting and analytics tools Demonstrated success in delivering cost savings while advancing sustainability goals, balancing financial performance with long-term environmental impact Technical leadership Influencing skills: ability to manage conflict, able to influence upwards to set medium and long-term direction for change program and then influence all levels in the plant to achieve targets Knowledge of local legislation related to Capital Projects and Sustainability Fluency in English – written and spoken Preferred Qualifications: If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus: Experience in Capital Projects & Sustainability leadership roles in the pharmaceutical industry Computer literacy i.e. Project Management Tools, CAD drawings Fluency in French - written and spoken How to apply We welcome your application. Please include a short cover letter or personal statement that explains how your experience matches the responsibilities and qualifications. Tell us what motivates you about this role and how you would contribute to our mission. We look forward to hearing from you ! LI-GSK If you have a disability and require assistance during the course of the selection process, you will have the opportunity to let us know what specific assistance you require in order to make suitable arrangements. Why GSK? Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. 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