Deputy Head of Facility Management (f/m/d)

We are looking for an experiencedDeputy Head of Facility Managementto support the Head of Facility Management in ensuring reliable, compliant and efficient engineering and facility operations at our Austrian site.

Your Responsibilities

• Act as deputy to the Head of Facility Management and ensure continuity of FM operations during their absence, including coordination of the FM team.
• Ensure engineering and facility activities meetGMP, EMEA and FDA requirementsas well as site and business objectives.
• CoordinateGMP training, validation, deviations, CAPAs and change controlswithin Facility Management.
• Maintain responsibility for selected FM SOPs and equipment.
• Plan, coordinate and overseemaintenance, calibration and EHS-related activitiesin GMP-regulated areas with internal teams and external service providers.
• Coordinate facility repairs, improvement projects and other FM initiatives.
• Support theoperation, maintenance and continuous improvement of building systems.
• Support cross-functional collaboration withR&D and SG&Aand provide relevant FM reporting.

Requirements

• Technical education in Engineering, preferably HTL level or higher, with a focus on Electrical Engineering, HVAC/Building Services Engineering, Facility Management or a comparable technical discipline
• Proven experience inFacility ManagementandGMP-regulated environments, ideally within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Strong practical and technical understanding of facility operations, with a preference for candidates who combine technical expertise with a hands-on approach.
• Experience working inFDA- and EMEA-regulated environments.
• Experience inproject managementand cross-functional coordination and in leading, coordinating and developing technical teams and external contractors.
• Sound knowledge of HVAC systems and electrical infrastructure within industrial or pharmaceutical facilities and ability to read and interpret electrical circuit diagrams and P&IDs (R&I diagrams).
• Strong organizational, communication and problem-solving skills with a self-dependent working style.
• Very goodGerman and English skills.
• Confident user ofMS Office.

Benefits

Working with Valneva means being part of aglobal biotech companywith a clear vision to make a meaningfulimpact in the world. At Valneva, you can expect a dynamic andinnovativework environment characterized by an open, appreciative company culture and exciting,impactful assignments. Enjoy the benefits offlat hierarchies, an international atmosphere, and regular company events that fostercollaborationand connection.

Additionally, we offer:

• Work Life Balance:Flexitime & Compensation days
• Financial perks:Performance-related bonus & Lunch vouchers
• Health & Wellbeing:Free access to sports and fitness activities via myClubs & Office Massages

Minimum Annual Salary: EUR 60,000 gross per year. The actual salary offered will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications, professional experience, and skills, with a willingness to overpay the applicable minimum salary.

Join us and shape the future of biotechnology!