Facility Support Services Technician

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Melbourne - Australia

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 7 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Facility Support Services Technician provides essential operational and technical support across GMP and nonGMP laboratory and pilotscale manufacturing facilities. The role focuses on ensuring smooth operations through solution preparation equipment support inventory management and general facility upkeep.

Key contributions include supporting earlyphase GMP manufacturing by preparing equipment materials and consumables; producing process solutions buffers and media; and maintaining adequate inventory levels. The role also involves routine facility support tasks such as gowning housekeeping and waste management to maintain a compliant clean and inspectionready environment.

Working in line with GMP EHS and company standards the technician collaborates with crossfunctional teams to ensure operational continuity compliance and efficiency. Responsibilities are assigned progressively with opportunities for training and skill development across different functional areas over time.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

1. CPA Support Operations

  • Prepare and dispense raw materials buffers media and process solutions (up to 500L) in line with GMP requirements in the Central Preparation Area (CPA)
  • Operate and set up equipment (e.g. mixers vessels balances) and ensure readiness
  • Perform solution adjustments (pH conductivity) filtration sampling and testing
  • Conduct equipment calibration and manage consumables (e.g. NOVA systems filters)
  • Maintain accurate documentation labelling and electronic records
  • Ensure preparation areas are clean organised and inspection-ready

2. CPS Support Operations

  • Support GMP manufacturing activities within the Clinical Protein Suite (CPS)
  • Prepare kit label and manage consumables and equipment for production
  • Coordinate equipment cleaning sterilisation and autoclave operations (including testing)
  • Support gowning processes and manage gown/locker logistics
  • Perform inventory transactions stock checks and material handling (SAP systems)
  • Maintain housekeeping waste management and accurate activity records

3. Inventory Management & Laboratory Support Operations

  • Manage inventory including ordering (Ariba) goods receipt stock levels and cycle counts
  • Monitor storage conditions shelf life and maintain accurate records (GDP compliance)
  • Raise purchase requisitions/orders and generate labels (e.g. Bartender system)
  • Forecast demand and coordinate with suppliers and stakeholders
  • Support vendor onboarding and resolve supply or logistics issues
  • Provide lab support (equipment washing sterilisation calibration autoclave testing waste handling)
  • Assist with lab consumables management labware cleaning and general operational support

Qualifications :

  • Previous GMP experience 2 years (preferred)
  • Laboratory Skills Science Diploma preferred.
  • Proven experience in inventory control and management preferably in a scientific or laboratory setting
  • Familiarity with inventory management software (e.g. SAP & Ariba) and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word Outlook)
  • Good team player organised accurate have strong documentation skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
  • Flexible adaptable to changing priorities
  • Passionate about quality and customer service
  • Good communication skills both internally and externally. Capable of collaborating with cross-functional teams
  • Ability to work independently solve problems and handle multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
  • Competent Manual handling and ability to lift heavy goods/items (approx. 10-15kg)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND SUCCESS PROFILE:

  • Builds Customer Allegiance
  • Focus on Growth
  • Job Knowledge
  • Teamwork / Collaboration 
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Dependability
  • Safety First Mindset
  • Personal Development
  • Problem Solving / Decision Making

Additional Information :

  • Willing to operate in a flexible manner and be able to switch priorities at short notice.
  • Good team player organised accurate have strong documentation skills.
  • Demonstrate problem solving in delivering process and analytical understanding.
  • Good understanding of requirements for working in a GMP environment.
  • Occasional weekend and public holiday work will be required.
  • Ability to quickly learn new processes.

This is a fixed term contract (approx. 12 months).

Please note: Current Eurofins employees should first speak with their Business Unit Manager before submitting an application for this position.

We will be reviewing applications as they are received so if you believe you are ready for this exciting challenging and rewarding position please apply as soon as possible by submitting your resume and a cover letter that outlines your interest and suitability for the position.

This opportunity is only open to candidates who are eligible to work in Australia/New Zealand and already have work rights or an appropriate working visa.

 


Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time

The Facility Support Services Technician provides essential operational and technical support across GMP and nonGMP laboratory and pilotscale manufacturing facilities. The role focuses on ensuring smooth operations through solution preparation equipment support inventory management and general facil...
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