Deputy Head of Facility Management (f/m/d)

Valneva; Town of Vienna (WI); On-site; EUR 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexitime

Compensation days

Performance bonus

Lunch vouchers

MyClubs access

Office masssages

Job summary

Valneva SE in Austria seeks an experienced Deputy Head of Facility Management to support the Head of FM in ensuring reliable, compliant and efficient operations at our site.

You will lead the FM team in GMP-regulated environments, coordinate maintenance, calibration and EHS activities, and collaborate with R&D and SG&A to drive continuous improvement. The role requires strong German and English skills and hands-on technical leadership.

Qualifications

• Technical education in engineering (HTL level or higher) with a focus on Electrical Engineering, HVAC/building services, FM or related discipline.
• Proven FM experience in GMP-regulated environments (pharma/biotech preferred).
• Experience in FDA/EMEA-regulated environments.
• Ability to lead technical teams and external contractors.
• Strong understanding of electrical diagrams and P&IDs.

Responsibilities

• Act as deputy to the Head of FM and ensure continuity of FM operations.
• Ensure GMP, EMEA and FDA compliance for engineering and facility activities.
• Coordinate GMP training, deviations, CAPAs and change controls within FM.
• Maintain responsibility for selected FM SOPs and equipment.
• Plan and oversee maintenance, calibration and EHS activities in GMP areas.
• Coordinate facility repairs and FM improvement projects.
• Support operation and continuous improvement of building systems.
• Collaborate with R&D and SG&A and provide FM reporting.

Skills

German

English

MS Office

Facility Management

GMP-regulated environments

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

Education

HTL level or higher in Electrical/HVAC/Building Services

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We are looking for an experiencedDeputy Head of Facility Managementto support the Head of Facility Management in ensuring reliable, compliant and efficient engineering and facility operations at our Austrian site.

Your Responsibilities

• Act as deputy to the Head of Facility Management and ensure continuity of FM operations during their absence, including coordination of the FM team.
• Ensure engineering and facility activities meetGMP, EMEA and FDA requirementsas well as site and business objectives.
• CoordinateGMP training, validation, deviations, CAPAs and change controlswithin Facility Management.
• Maintain responsibility for selected FM SOPs and equipment.
• Plan, coordinate and oversee maintenance, calibration and EHS-related activities in GMP-regulated areas with internal teams and external service providers.
• Coordinate facility repairs, improvement projects and other FM initiatives.
• Support the operation, maintenance and continuous improvement of building systems.
• Support cross-functional collaboration withR&D and SG&Aand provide relevant FM reporting.

• Technical education in Engineering, preferably HTL level or higher, with a focus on Electrical Engineering, HVAC/Building Services Engineering, Facility Management or a comparable technical discipline
• Proven experience inFacility ManagementandGMP-regulated environments, ideally within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Strong practical and technical understanding of facility operations, with a preference for candidates who combine technical expertise with a hands-on approach.
• Experience working inFDA- and EMEA-regulated environments.
• Experience inproject managementand cross-functional coordination and in leading, coordinating and developing technical teams and external contractors.
• Sound knowledge of HVAC systems and electrical infrastructure within industrial or pharmaceutical facilities and ability to read and interpret electrical circuit diagrams and P&IDs (R&I diagrams).
• Strong organizational, communication and problem-solving skills with a self-dependent working style.
• Very goodGerman and English skills.
• Confident user ofMS Office.

Working with Valneva means being part of aglobal biotech companywith a clear vision to make a meaningfulimpact in the world. At Valneva, you can expect a dynamic andinnovativework environment characterized by an open, appreciative company culture and exciting,impactful assignments. Enjoy the benefits offlat hierarchies, an international atmosphere, and regular company events that fostercollaborationand connection.

Additionally, we offer:

• Work Life Balance:Flexitime & Compensation days
• Financial perks:Performance-related bonus & Lunch vouchers
• Health & Wellbeing:Free access to sports and fitness activities via myClubs & Office Massages

Minimum Annual Salary:EUR 60,000 gross per year. The actual salary offered will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications, professional experience, and skills, with a willingness to overpay the applicable minimum salary.

Join us and shape the future of biotechnology!