Ph3Business Introduction /h3 pWe manufacture and supply reliable, high‑quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients’ needs and drive our performance. /p pOur network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. /p pOur supply chain is core to our operations and vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase speed, quality and scale. We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies—including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence—to deliver for patients. /p h3Job Purpose /h3 pYou will lead the Lab Equipment Systems function in Belgium, driving reliable and future‑ready laboratory operations. You will work closely with QC, RD, Technical Services and Engineering to manage equipment lifecycle, lab systems and capital projects. /p pWe value clear decision makers who coach teams, collaborate across disciplines, and balance compliance with practical delivery. This role offers visible impact, strong career growth and the chance to shape how labs support science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. /p h3Your Responsibilities /h3 ul liOwn the lifecycle of laboratory equipment and systems for QC and RD, from acquisition to decommissioning. /li liLead delivery of medium and small capital projects and upgrades, ensuring timelines, budget and quality are met. /li liPartner with Technical Services, Engineering, EHS and Quality to manage equipment qualification, validation and inspection readiness. /li liManage vendor relationships, service contracts and spare‑parts strategies to reduce downtime and cost. /li liOversee lab information systems and digital tools used in laboratory operations, supporting implementation and data integrity. /li liBuild and coach a multidisciplinary team and external service partners to deliver high quality, safe and efficient lab support. /li liDefine short‑ and long‑term equipment and systems roadmaps aligned with business needs. /li liPrioritize and prepare business cases for CAPEX, addressing obsolescence, capacity and compliance risks. /li liEnsure equipment qualification, preventative maintenance and performance metrics are in place. /li liDrive continuous improvement of lab workflows, asset utilization and cost efficiency. /li liSupport investigations and root‑cause analysis for equipment or system failures. /li liRepresent lab equipment and systems in governance forums and regulatory interactions. /li /ul h3Additional Information /h3 ul liReporting line: VP QC Belgium Operations /li liLevel of the role: Director /li liPeople management: 9 direct reports, around 70 indirect reports /li liBusiness travel requirements: limited /li liPrimary location: Wavre /li liSecondary location: no /li liRelocation support provided: no /li liRegular presence onsite: required /li liApplication closing date: Friday, April 24th 2026 EOD CET /li /ul h3Basic Qualifications /h3 ul liBachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related technical discipline. /li liMinimum 8 years’ experience managing laboratory equipment, facilities or engineering projects in a highly regulated environment. /li liProven experience with equipment qualification, validation or commissioning activities. /li liStrong track record in project delivery, budget management and vendor oversight. /li liFamiliarity with laboratory systems and data integrity principles for digital tools. /li liFluency in English and French—both written and spoken. /li /ul h3Preferred Qualifications /h3 ul liMaster’s degree in Engineering, Biotechnology or a similar technical field. /li liExperience in pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical or vaccine environments. /li liKnowledge of GxP compliance, quality systems and inspection readiness. /li liExperience delivering capital projects and business cases in complex organisations. /li liFamiliarity with computerized lab systems (LIMS, LES) and digital transformation projects. /li liDemonstrated people‑leadership experience with external service providers. /li /ul pWe welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to inclusion in our hiring. GSK is an equal opportunity employer. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr