Biotechnologist

About the Role

We are seeking a Biotechnologist to support manufacturing operations within a leading biopharmaceutical facility. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, compliant, and efficient manufacturing processes for assigned systems, and effective management of routine engineering activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute upstream manufacturing activities in accordance with production schedules, cGMP requirements, quality standards, and safety guidelines.
• Prepare, clean, sterilise, and maintain manufacturing equipment and vessels.
• Prepare media, buffers, and process solutions required for upstream operations.
• Operate and monitor bioprocess equipment, including fermentation and cell culture systems.
• Perform raw material sampling, dispensing, and environmental monitoring activities.
• Complete manufacturing documentation accurately and in compliance with approved procedures.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues and escalate where required.
• Support continuous improvement and process optimisation initiatives.
• Utilise computerised systems for process control, monitoring, and data entry.
• Participate actively in shift handovers, team meetings, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Maintain housekeeping standards within manufacturing areas.
• Adhere to all safety, health, environmental, and site security requirements.
• Report incidents, near misses, hazards, and support investigations when required.
• Make operational decisions within established procedures and guidelines.

Preferred Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Biochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience in upstream bioprocessing, fermentation, cell culture, or biologics manufacturing environment.
• Comfortable working weekends, public holidays, overtime, and 12-hour rotating shifts.
  12-hour rotating shift
• Physically able to handle materials and equipment, including loads up to 25kg.
• Familiarity with computerised manufacturing and process control systems.
• Experience in microbiology, fermentation, cell culture, or protein purification is advantageous.