Technical Operations Director

1 week ago


Adelaide, South Australia beBeeBiotechnologist Full time $200,000 - $250,000
Job Title:

Technical Operations Director

About the Role:

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic leader to oversee the end-to-end technical functions of our organisation, encompassing manufacturing, quality, supply chain, engineering, and facilities.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of GMP requirements and experience in bioprocess or pharmaceutical process development and scale-up.

Key Responsibilities Include:

  • Strategic Leadership: Align product development and manufacturing with corporate objectives; 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.
Requirements:
  • 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).
About You:

You will be a dynamic and collaborative individual with excellent communication skills and a proven track record of success in scaling biotech or life sciences companies.

Knowledge of microbiome-based or anaerobic processes is highly desirable.

A competitive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate.



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