Head of Technical Operations – Australia
Haybury, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Head of Technical Operations – Australia
Head Of Technical Operations – Australia
A newly created position joining this incredible team as Head of Technical Operations, based in Adelaide, Australia.
You will be working for a clinical-stage biotechnology company with a mission to treat and prevent disease by restoring gut microbial ecology. The company has very recently announced the first regulatory approval for a donor-derived microbiome drug product worldwide.
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Technical Operations to lead the end-to-end technical functions of our organisation — covering manufacturing, quality, supply chain, engineering, and facilities. This senior leadership role ensures reliable, compliant, and cost-effective production of our products, from clinical supply through to commercial manufacture, while driving scalability and operational excellence.
As a creative leader, you will have an innovative and adaptable approach to leading teams and driving continuous process improvement.
The successful individual will be pivotal in translating R&D outputs into high-quality, regulatory-compliant products, supporting our pipeline from clinical development to commercial success.
Responsibilities
* Strategic & Project Leadership – Align product development and manufacturing with corporate strategy; drive key technical projects to meet clinical, commercial, and operational milestones.
* Manufacturing & Production – Oversee GMP-compliant manufacturing operations, product quality, and supply reliability; lead technology transfer from R&D; implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimise yield, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency.
* Supply Chain & Logistics – Manage the end-to-end supply chain, ensuring continuity, vendor management, and inventory control across multiple geographies.
* Facilities & Engineering – Maintain compliant, state-of-the-art production and laboratory facilities; lead facility upgrades, equipment installations, and process automation.
* Compliance & Quality – Oversee quality systems, ensure regulatory compliance (TGA, FDA, EMA), and support audits, inspections, and submissions in partnership with Regulatory Affairs.
* Work Health & Safety – Provide leadership to ensure a safe workplace, meeting all WHS legislation and company standards.
About You
* Proven experience in bioprocess or pharmaceutical process development and scale-up
* Strong understanding of GMP requirements
* Strategic thinker with strong operational execution skills
* Exceptional project management and organisational abilities
* High integrity and commitment to quality and compliance
* Experience in scaling biotech or life sciences companies
* Knowledge of microbiome-based or anaerobic processes
* Strong regulatory knowledge (TGA, FDA, EMA)
* Experience with tech transfer documentation
Qualifications
* Degree in Biotechnology, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field
* 5+ years in technical operations leadership within a relevant industry
* Master’s or PhD in a relevant field
* Experience working with Bioreactors
* Project management certification (PMP or similar)
Seniority level
* Executive
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Production, Research, and Strategy/Planning
* Industries: Research Services, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Biotechnology Research
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