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

We are looking for an experienced Deputy Head of Facility Management to 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 meet GMP, EMEA and FDA requirements as well as site and business objectives.
• Coordinate GMP training, validation, deviations, CAPAs and change controls within Facility Management.
• Maintain responsibility for selected FM SOPs and equipment.
• Plan, coordinate and oversee maintenance, calibration and EHS-related activities in GMP-regulated areas with internal teams and external service providers.
• Coordinate facility repairs, improvement projects and other FM initiatives.
• Support the operation, maintenance and continuous improvement of building systems.
• Support cross-functional collaboration with R&D and SG&A and provide relevant FM reporting.

• 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 in Facility Management and GMP-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 in FDA- and EMEA-regulated environments.
• Experience in project management and 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 good German and English skills.
• Confident user of MS Office.

Working with Valneva means being part of a global biotech company with a clear vision to make a meaningful impact in the world. At Valneva, you can expect a dynamic and innovative work environment characterized by an open, appreciative company culture and exciting, impactful assignments. Enjoy the benefits of flat hierarchies, an international atmosphere, and regular company events that foster collaboration and 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!