Melbourne, Australia | full time | Job ID: 10653

About the role:

BioNTech is establishing an mRNA research and manufacturing facility in Melbourne based on its modular mRNA manufacturing approach called BioNTainers that will support R&D and the evaluation of mRNA vaccine candidates in clinical trials in Australia, with the aim of strengthening Australia’s mRNA ecosystem. In this exciting role, you will be responsible for the preventative and corrective maintenance of mechanical plant and equipment, including production equipment and mechanical services.

Your contribution:

• Participate in hand-over training from the construction team for mechanical plant and equipment, and support the establishment of preventative maintenance schedules and task instructions.
• Execute preventive maintenance for pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment and utilities in accordance with approved maintenance schedules.
• Lead troubleshooting of equipment issues, identify root causes, and conduct repairs to minimize downtime.
• Support investigations and continuous improvement of maintenance plans to improve equipment reliability.
• Coordinate spare parts inventory for mechanical equipment, always ensuring availability for maintenance or repairs.
• Coordination and supervision of external maintenance service providers.
• Compliance with company and regulatory requirements for SHE, including PPE and safe work permits for high-hazard work.
• Compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices, including documentation, deviation, CAPA and material management.

A good match:

• Cert III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade
• Experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or food industry preferred
• Experience in trouble shooting and general maintenance activities
• Experience with Microsoft 365 and electronic maintenance software and tools.
• High sense of responsibility, teamwork skills, and a structured, reliable, and clean working style
• Knowledge of cGMP and good documentation practice is an advantage.
• Strong communication skills and ability to effectively collaborate in dynamic, cross functional matrix environment.

What we do with the BioNTainers:

We want to improve healthcare by making our innovations accessible worldwide. Therefore, we developed the first modular mRNA-manufacturing facilities based on a container solution called “BioNTainers”. Help us build a regional manufacturing network in Africa & Australia: With the region and for the region. As a part of the local team, driving the establishment of the regional end-to-end mRNA manufacturing solutions.

Benefits for you:

BioNTech is committed to the wellbeing of our team members and offers a variety of benefits in support of our diverse employee base. We offer competitive remuneration packages which is determined by the specific role, location of employment and also the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Click here to find out more about what we do, the careers we offer ans also the benefits we provide. Note: The availability, eligibility and design of the listed benefits may vary depending on the location. The final requirements for the individual use of our benefits are based on the company's internal policies and applicable law.

How to apply:

Apply now by sending us your application documents including Curriculum Vitae, copy of ID, copies of degree certificates and professional certificates, motivation letter as well as your contact details via our online form.

Please note:

Only applications sent via our online form shall be considered. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that a background check will be conducted as part of the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. If you are considered for the position, BioNTech will conduct the background check through our service provider ‘Hire Right’. You will be informed accordingly by your BioNTech-Recruiter.

We are looking forward receiving your application.