Lead, Microbiology & Contamination Control - Relocation

SRG; Falkirk; On-site; GBP 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Job summary

SRG is seeking a Microbiology & Contamination Control Manager in Central Scotland. You will lead QC Microbiology and Environmental Monitoring, shaping a site-wide CCS aligned with EU GMP Annex 1 and global expectations.

The role offers relocation support and a chance to influence facility design and day-to-day operations. You’ll drive data-led, risk-based strategies, polish testing programs, and act as the microbiology lead for audits, with cross-functional partnership across Manufacturing, QA

Qualifications

• Experience in GMP pharmaceutical or biologics manufacturing.
• Leadership of microbiology or laboratory teams.
• Knowledge of EU GMP Annex 1 and global regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead QC Microbiology and Environmental Monitoring teams and drive site-wide CCS.
• Ensure GMP-compliant laboratories and inspection-readiness.
• Own and evolve a data-led, risk-based contamination control strategy.
• Integrate contamination control into facility design, materials flow and operations.
• Act as site SME for microbiology, aseptic processing and cleanroom operations.
• Lead audits and regulatory inspections; contribute to deviations, investigations and CAPAs.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, MSAT, QA and Engineering on aseptic practices and validation.
• Lead trend analysis and drive contamination-reduction initiatives.
• Train site teams and promote proactive risk identification and continuous improvement.

Skills

GMP manufacturing

Aseptic processing

Environmental monitoring

Microbiology team leadership

Education

Microbiology degree

Job description

SRG is seeking a Microbiology & Contamination Control Manager in Central Scotland. You will lead QC Microbiology and Environmental Monitoring, shaping a site-wide CCS aligned with EU GMP Annex 1 and global expectations.

The role offers relocation support and a chance to influence facility design and day-to-day operations. You’ll drive data-led, risk-based strategies, polish testing programs, and act as the microbiology lead for audits, with cross-functional partnership across Manufacturing, QA