GMP Facilities Leader: Operations & Compliance

AdvanCell Pty Ltd.; Queensland; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

AdvanCell Pty Ltd. seeks a Head of Facilities to lead the manufacturing site operations, ensuring safety, efficiency and GMP compliance. The role covers facilities management, maintenance, utilities, engineering, contractor oversight and infrastructure planning to support growth and business continuity.

You will partner with Technical Operations, Quality, R&D and other functions to align site priorities, manage budgets and drive a high-performing workplace experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• Minimum 10 years of facilities leadership in GMP-regulated settings.
• Certifications in facilities, maintenance, reliability or project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead GMP manufacturing and non-GMP research facilities operations.
• Oversee maintenance programs, utilities and site infrastructure.
• Manage external vendors, budgets and cost optimization.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and risk management.
• Develop governance and cross-functional partnership with Operations, QA and R&D.
• Provide team leadership and career development for facilities staff.

Skills

Facilities leadership

GMP compliance

Budget management

Vendor management

Project management

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Facilities Management certification

Job description

AdvanCell Pty Ltd. seeks a Head of Facilities to lead the manufacturing site operations, ensuring safety, efficiency and GMP compliance. The role covers facilities management, maintenance, utilities, engineering, contractor oversight and infrastructure planning to support growth and business continuity.

You will partner with Technical Operations, Quality, R&D and other functions to align site priorities, manage budgets and drive a high-performing workplace experience.