Search suburb or city:Perth, WA, AU, 6000Company:Australian Red Cross LifebloodDeliver safe, timely microbiota therapies by guiding collection, production and supply planning while championing service excellencePermanent Full-time opportunityOffering salary circa $160K base + Super + salary packagingLocated at our Perth Processing CentreDiscover life-giving possibilities Lifeblood is more than just a job or a career, it's an opportunity to be part of something that matters. As an organisation, our purpose is simple: life giving donations, for life changing outcomes. Together, we want to help you build a fulfilling career with Lifeblood.About the role The Microbiome Manager leads and manages the Lifeblood Microbiome Operations team in the Perth Processing Centre to support the efficient, sufficient, and timely supply of safe Faecal Microbiota Transplants within a service excellence culture.This role is also responsible for the planning and decision making required across Collection and Production activities to ensure inventory sufficiency in accordance with demand forecasts to meet the needs of Australian patients. Problem solving of a complex nature is required to manage daily ad hoc situations and partnering with appropriate experts to provide solutions accordingly.You will have the opportunity to work with donors through to external clinicians and provide input into new product development.You will also ensure all operational activities are safe, productive and compliant and be adaptable to changing circumstances and role requirements.Sound interesting? Here's what we're looking for:Proven ability to apply expertise to identify, assess and overcome issues and resolve problems proactivelyPossess excellent problem solving and influencing skills with a willingness to challenge existing practicesAble to establish and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure quality, safety and sufficiencyAbility to analyse and interpret qualitative and quantitative data, understand the drivers; develop and implement strategies in order to meet performance and productivity requirementsSelf-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervisionExperience with Agile and/or Lean methodologiesUnderstanding of relevant regulatory standards such as Human Tissue Act/ TGO-105/cGMPExperience with managing processes under TGA Special Access SchemesBenefits and Wellbeing We place our employee's well-being at the forefront and express gratitude and care for one another. As an Australian Workplace Equality Index recognised employer and one of Australia's menopause-friendly organisations, we celebrate diversity and support all our people.In addition to being a part of an organisation that is the heartbeat of the nation, you will have access to the following:Ability to purchase additional annual leaveAccess to salary packaging with an option to package up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment14 weeks paid parental leave - no waiting period for either parentOur dedicated employee assistance program - Sonder that you can access 24/7 from an app on your phonePlus, many more!Is Lifeblood your reason? Apply NOW!We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant. You'll hear from us with an outcome after your application has been reviewed and assessed. For further details on this position, or if you require adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to Svet on ssubotic@redcrossblood.org.auIf you want to know more about our recruitment process or to check out our FAQ's, please click herePlease note: applications sent directly to this email address cannot be acceptedThis vacancy is being managed directly by Lifeblood's Talent Acquisition team. We won't accept candidates from external recruitment agencies on this occasion.#J-18808-Ljbffr