Job Description

Melbourne, Australia | full time | Job ID: 11363

About the Role:

At BioNTech, we are establishing a cutting-edge mRNA research and manufacturing facility in Melbourne, designed to advance vaccine candidates and strengthen Australia’s mRNA ecosystem. As an Electrician, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our electrical systems and production equipment. Your contributions will directly support groundbreaking research and clinical trials that align with BioNTech's mission to revolutionize medicine.

Your Contribution:

• Participate in hand-over training from the construction team for electrical plant and equipment, setting up preventative maintenance schedules.
• Perform preventive maintenance for pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment and utilities in line with approved schedules.
• Conduct routine calibration of instruments, coordinating with external service providers as needed.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for equipment issues, identifying root causes and minimizing downtime through effective repairs.
• Enhance maintenance plans through continuous improvement initiatives to boost equipment reliability.
• Manage spare parts inventory for electrical equipment to ensure timely availability for maintenance or repairs.
• Supervise and coordinate external maintenance service providers while ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Adhere to company standards for Safety, Health, Environment (SHE), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and regulatory requirements.

A Good Match:

• Victorian Grade A Electrician license is essential.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or food industry is preferred.
• Proven ability in troubleshooting and general maintenance activities.
• Proficiency with MS Office tools and electronic maintenance software.
• High sense of responsibility coupled with teamwork skills; structured, reliable, and meticulous work style.
• Familiarity with cGMP standards and good documentation practices is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills enabling effective collaboration within dynamic cross-functional teams.

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 ‘HireRight’. You will be informed accordingly by your BioNTech-Recruiter.

We are looking forward receiving your application.