Head Of Biotechnology Operations

7 days ago

Adelaide, South Australia beBeeTechnical Full time $180,000 - $200,000

Job Title: Technical Operations Director

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced and strategic technical operations director to lead the end-to-end technical functions of our organisation.

This senior leadership role ensures reliable, compliant, and cost-effective production of products, from clinical supply through to commercial manufacture, while driving scalability and operational excellence.

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.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
  • 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.

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