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

**Company:** [Valneva](https://jobs.workable.com/companies/sxGRvkib5o6JdCR5aoN7VZ.md)
**Location:** Vienna, Austria
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** 11811

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## Description

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.

## 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 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**.

## Benefits

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.

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