Your responsibilities
If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below.
Own the lifecycle of laboratory equipment and systems for QC and R&D, from acquisition to decommissioning.
Lead delivery of medium and small capital projects and upgrades, ensuring timelines, budget and quality are met.
Partner with Technical Services, Engineering, EHS and Quality to manage equipment qualification, validation and inspection readiness.
Manage vendor relationships, service contracts and spare parts strategies to reduce downtime and cost.
Oversee lab information systems and digital tools used in laboratory operations, supporting implementation and data integrity.
Build and coach a multidisciplinary team and external service partners to deliver high quality, safe and efficient lab support.
You will work in a collaborative, matrixed environment. Key day‑to‑day duties include:
Define short‑ and long‑term equipment and systems roadmaps aligned with business needs.
Prioritize and prepare business cases for Capex, addressing obsolescence, capacity and compliance risks.
Ensure equipment qualification, preventative maintenance and performance metrics are in place.
Drive continuous improvement of lab workflows, asset utilization and cost efficiency.
Support investigations and root cause analysis for equipment or system failures.
Represent lab equipment and systems in governance forums and regulatory interactions.
Additional information
Reporting line: VP QC Belgium Operations
Level of the role: Director
People management (direct / indirect reports, etc.): 9 DR. Around 70 IR
Business travel requirements: limited
Primary location: Wavre
Secondary location: no
Relocation support provided: no
Regular presence onsite: required
Basic Qualification
Bachelor degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related technical discipline
Minimum 8 years’ experience managing laboratory equipment, facilities or engineering projects in a highly regulated environment
Proven experience with equipment qualification, validation or commissioning activities
Strong track record in project delivery, budget management and vendor oversight
Familiarity with laboratory systems and data integrity principles for digital tools
Fluency in English and French – both xqknzec written and spoken
Preferred Qualification
Master’s degree in Engineering, Biotechnology or similar technical field
Experience in pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical or vaccine environments
Knowledge of GxP compliance, quality systems and inspection readiness
Experience delivering Capital Projects and business cases in complex organisations
Familiarity with computerized lab systems (LIMS, LES) and digital transformation projects
Demonstrated people leadership experience with external service providers
If you have a disability and require assistance during the course of the selection process, you will have the opportunity to let us know what specific assistance you require in order to make suitable arrangements.
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