Real Estate, Facilities & EHS Manager
GSK
Summary
You will lead the Real Estate, Facilities, and Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) management across GSK sites in the Philippines. This role works closely with site teams, external partners, and regional experts to create safe, efficient, and engaging workplaces. We seek someone who is a clear communicator, a proactive problem solver, and passionate about fostering an inclusive and safe work environment.
Job description
Position Summary
You will lead the Real Estate, Facilities, and Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) management across GSK sites in the Philippines. This role works closely with site teams, external partners, and regional experts to create safe, efficient, and engaging workplaces. We seek someone who is a clear communicator, a proactive problem solver, and passionate about fostering an inclusive and safe work environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day operations of real estate and facilities to ensure compliance, safety, and business continuity.
- Oversee relationships and contracts with service providers, landlords, and suppliers to deliver quality and cost-effective services.
- Lead workplace safety and environmental health programs, ensuring compliance with local laws and corporate EHS standards.
- Support planning and delivery of infrastructure and capital projects from initiation through handover.
- Monitor performance through audits, inspections, and key performance indicators, driving continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workplace experience, efficiency, and sustainability.
Basic Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Environmental Science, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 5 years of experience managing facilities, real estate, or EHS operations.
- Proven ability to manage contracts, service providers, and vendor relationships effectively.
- Good knowledge of local building codes, safety, environmental, and health regulations.
- Strong communication skills in English and Filipino, both written and spoken.
- Practical problem-solving skills with a focus on clear and timely communication.
Preferred Qualification
- Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or highly regulated manufacturing environments.
- Project management experience or certification, especially in infrastructure or capital projects.
- Knowledge of sustainability practices, energy management, or waste reduction initiatives.
- Experience leading multicultural or cross-functional teams.
- Familiarity with occupational health and safety management systems.
- Ability to work confidently in a dynamic and changing environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Environmental Science, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 5 years of experience managing facilities, real estate, or EHS operations.
- Proven ability to manage contracts, service providers, and vendor relationships effectively.
- Good knowledge of local building codes, safety, environmental, and health regulations.
- Strong communication skills in English and Filipino, both written and spoken.
- Practical problem-solving skills with a focus on clear and timely communication.
Company overview
GSK plc (formerly GlaxoSmithKline) is a British multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology company headquartered in London, England. Founded in 2000 through the merger of Glaxo Wellcome and SmithKline Beecham, GSK has grown to become one of the world's leading healthcare companies with operations in over 150 countries. The company specializes in researching, developing, and manufacturing prescription medicines, vaccines, and consumer healthcare products. GSK's therapeutic areas include respiratory diseases, HIV/AIDS, oncology, immunology, and infectious diseases. The company is particularly renowned for its vaccine portfolio and has been at the forefront of developing treatments for major global health challenges. With approximately 70,000 employees worldwide, GSK maintains a strong commitment to scientific innovation and has a significant presence in key markets including the United States, Europe, and emerging economies. The company's mission is to unite science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade.