Job Opening ID: 34169

Facility Manager (F/H/X)

Permanent contract

Belgium - Oudenaarde, BE

May 19, 2026

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for:

Syensqo is looking for a Facility Manager to lead and coordinate the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of our industrial production site in Oudenaarde. In this role, you will ensure that buildings, utilities, infrastructure, and contracted site services are managed to support reliable production, optimize operating costs, improve site conditions, and maintain business continuity—always in line with local regulatory requirements and Syensqo HSSE standards.
This position also supports the progressive build-up of maintenance management capability (preventive maintenance, asset reliability, contractor management, and utility performance).
A hands-on facility leader to oversee buildings, utilities, infrastructure, and site services in an industrial manufacturing environment
A strong coordinator who partners closely with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and HSSE teams
A disciplined and safety-driven professional who ensures compliance, reliability, and continuity of site operation
A future-oriented contributor able to build systems and capability to grow toward broader maintenance management responsibilities

We count on you for:

Leading day-to-day facility operations (buildings, grounds, warehouses, offices, workshops, common areas)
Ensuring the facility remains safe, clean, secure, and fully operational to support uninterrupted production
Coordinating site services (cleaning, waste handling, pest control, security, landscaping, general upkeep)
Monitoring utilities and infrastructure performance and coordinating repairs/service activities
Managing contractors and service providers (scope, quality, permits, and strict compliance with site safety rules)
Supporting capital projects, renovations, infrastructure upgrades, and continuous site improvements
Maintaining facility records and compliance documentation (permits, inspections, certifications, statutory records)
Developing and managing facility budgets and identifying cost optimization opportunities (without compromising HSSE, compliance, or reliability)
Coordinating corrective and preventive maintenance for facility systems and contributing to proactive maintenance plans for critical assets
Tracking work orders, recurring issues, downtime causes, and service history using CMMS/SAP or site records
Developing and monitoring KPIs for facility performance, service reliability, compliance, and maintenance maturity
Building capability and development plans for self and team; preparing to cover for Maintenance Manager when needed
Supporting plant quality management systems and applicable regulatory requirements

You can count on us for:

A critical role supporting production reliability and business continuity at site level
Exposure to utilities performance, contractor management, compliance, and site infrastructure strategy
Opportunities to broaden responsibilities toward maintenance coordination and reliability development
A collaborative environment with strong interfaces across Operations, HSSE, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance

You will bring:

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, Facilities Management, or similar technical discipline (preferred)

Experience

10–15 years in an industrial facility (preferably chemical process or manufacturing)
5+ years in supervisory roles and/or facilities, maintenance coordination, engineering, or project leadership

Skills & knowledge

Strong leadership and organizational capability; ability to coach and develop employees and contractors
Ability to set priorities, deliver results, and drive cross-functional alignment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Good computer skills (MS Office, Google Workspace); experience with CMMS/SAP and AutoCAD (preferred)
Strong understanding of industrial facility systems (HVAC, electrical distribution high/low voltage, IT infrastructure, plumbing, fire protection, compressed air, water, drainage, lighting, building infrastructure)
Working knowledge of safety standards, permit-to-work, contractor safety management
Awareness of environmental compliance impacts (air, wastewater, storm water)
Investigation and root-cause analysis skills with corrective action implementation
Working knowledge of preventive/predictive maintenance, mechanical integrity, asset care fundamentals
Plus: batch/continuous processing exposure; Lean, reliability improvement, project management fundamentals

You will get:

The expected annual base salary for this position is reasonably between €75,760 – €94,700. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity, and may ultimately be higher or lower than the stated range.
16+ weeks maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave (per local policy)
Training platform for all employees
Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

Additional information:

Location: Oudenaarde, Belgium (Specialty Polymers site)
Scope includes contractor oversight and on-site presence in an industrial environment
This role includes strong HSSE leadership expectations and participation in audits/inspections
Any travel/remote work arrangements should be aligned with site needs and local policy
Any questions about the recruitment process ? Please contact : izell.jonker@syensqo.com

About us

Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.