Senior Facilities Engineer

Viral Vector Manufacturing Facility (VVMF) is the first commercial manufacturing facility of its kind in Australia uniquely positioned within the countrys largest health and innovation precinct inWestmead. At VVMF were not just manufacturing viral vectors were unlocking the future of medicine.

Our opportunity

As a Senior Facilities Engineer you will play a key role in ensuring the reliability compliance and performance of VVMFs facility infrastructure utilities and critical systems.

You will support GMP manufacturing by maintaining systems in a safe compliant and operationally efficient state while also contributing to capital projects validation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Operate and maintain critical facility systems (HVAC clean utilities water systems compressed gases BMS)
• Plan and execute preventive and corrective maintenance including contractor coordination
• Respond to alarms and breakdowns perform root cause analysis and implement solutions
• Maintain GMP-compliant documentation and data integrity standards
• Support audit readiness inspections and CAPA implementation
• Lead and contribute to facilities projects including budgeting scheduling and risk management
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across facility performance safety and sustainability

About you

You are a proactive solutions-focused professional with a can-do attitude and a deep respect for the rigors of a GMP environment.

Youll bring:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or a relevant trade qualification (Electrical Mechanical HVAC or Instrumentation).
• Experience maintaining critical utilities and facility systems in regulated and cGMP environments.
• Strong knowledge of GMP and regulatory standards (TGA FDA EMA ICH)
• Proven ability to manage maintenance programs and contractors
• Experience supporting capital projects validation and audits
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on reliability and continuous improvement
• Excellent organisational and communication skills

Whats in it for You

The chance to work at the forefront of the biotech industry in a brand-new specialised facility.

A supportive inclusive culture that prioritises professional development and excellence.

To Apply

Apply now via seek (including a copy of your resume and cover letter) and help unlock the future of medicine. Applications close date: 10 July 2026.

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Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia to be considered and must be willing to undertake a National Police Check. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.