Head Of Technical Operations

1 day ago

Adelaide, South Australia Haybury Full time
Head of Technical Operations – Australia

Haybury, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Head of Technical Operations – Australia

Head Of Technical Operations – Australia

A newly created position joining this incredible team as Head of Technical Operations, based in Adelaide, Australia.

You will be working for a clinical-stage biotechnology company with a mission to treat and prevent disease by restoring gut microbial ecology. The company has very recently announced the first regulatory approval for a donor-derived microbiome drug product worldwide.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Technical Operations to lead the end-to-end technical functions of our organisation — covering manufacturing, quality, supply chain, engineering, and facilities. This senior leadership role ensures reliable, compliant, and cost-effective production of our products, from clinical supply through to commercial manufacture, while driving scalability and operational excellence.

As a creative leader, you will have an innovative and adaptable approach to leading teams and driving continuous process improvement.

The successful individual will be pivotal in translating R&D outputs into high-quality, regulatory-compliant products, supporting our pipeline from clinical development to commercial success.

Responsibilities
  • Strategic & Project Leadership – Align product development and manufacturing with corporate strategy; drive key technical projects to meet clinical, commercial, and operational milestones.
  • Manufacturing & Production – Oversee GMP-compliant manufacturing operations, product quality, and supply reliability; lead technology transfer from R&D; implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimise yield, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency.
  • Supply Chain & Logistics – Manage the end-to-end supply chain, ensuring continuity, vendor management, and inventory control across multiple geographies.
  • Facilities & Engineering – Maintain compliant, state-of-the-art production and laboratory facilities; lead facility upgrades, equipment installations, and process automation.
  • Compliance & Quality – Oversee quality systems, ensure regulatory compliance (TGA, FDA, EMA), and support audits, inspections, and submissions in partnership with Regulatory Affairs.
  • Work Health & Safety – Provide leadership to ensure a safe workplace, meeting all WHS legislation and company standards.
About You
  • Proven experience in bioprocess or pharmaceutical process development and scale-up
  • Strong understanding of GMP requirements
  • Strategic thinker with strong operational execution skills
  • Exceptional project management and organisational abilities
  • High integrity and commitment to quality and compliance
  • Experience in scaling biotech or life sciences companies
  • Knowledge of microbiome-based or anaerobic processes
  • Strong regulatory knowledge (TGA, FDA, EMA)
  • Experience with tech transfer documentation
Qualifications
  • Degree in Biotechnology, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field
  • 5+ years in technical operations leadership within a relevant industry
  • Master's or PhD in a relevant field
  • Experience working with Bioreactors
  • Project management certification (PMP or similar)
Seniority level
  • Executive
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Production, Research, and Strategy/Planning
  • Industries: Research Services, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Biotechnology Research

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