Overview On the Global Manufacturing and Supply (GMS) team at Takeda, you’ll be part of a rapidly transforming industry that’s applying technology and data in new ways. Within our agile, innovative, people-centric organization, your work will matter every day as you use your skills to help us manufacture therapies for patients on our four platforms: Small Molecules, Biologics, Plasma, Cell and Gene.
As part of the GMS team, you'll have the opportunity to pursue unique experiences and build new skills, and you'll know that the work you do every day makes an impact — on our patients, our people, our planet, and on yourself.
Job details: Job ID R0161027 | Date posted 08/18/2025 | Location: Vienna, Vienna
Role Head of Maintenance & Reliability Engineering. You will lead our Vienna team of executives and experts, driving innovative technical solutions that align local needs with our global network strategy. As a member of the local Site Engineering Leadership Team, you’ll represent the site in steering committees, global communities of practice, and during regulatory inspections.
Responsibilities Lead and strategically align the Maintenance & Reliability teams in Vienna in line with Takeda’s strategy
Build and develop a high-performing maintenance department
Design and implement state-of-the-art maintenance and reliability processes aligned with local and global standards
Plan and manage daily maintenance activities for production equipment, utilities, and supporting processes (e.g., spare parts management, 3D printing, work order management, CMMS ownership)
Ensure compliance with GxP regulations, legal requirements (e.g., Employee Protection Act), and global Takeda policies
Manage internal and external service providers in a 24/7 cGMP environment
Meet customer needs, budget targets, and regulatory requirements
Oversee the Asset Investment Management Program (AIMP)
Act as “Shut Down Network Lead,” coordinating cross-functional shutdown activities
Represent the department in local steering committees (e.g., Tier Boards) and in global Communities of Practice
Serve as the department representative during regulatory GMP inspections
Qualifications Extensive senior leadership background in engineering and operations
Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering, or Chemical/Biological Engineering
In-depth experience in GMP manufacturing and regulatory compliance
Demonstrated capability in financial performance management and KPI delivery
Proficient in change management and people leadership
Skilled in Lean, DMAIC, CMMS and continuous improvement practices
Familiarity with digitalization trends and applications in maintenance & reliability
Strong technical foundation combined with strategic management competence
Consistent record of commitment, resilience, and achieving defined objectives
Proficient in German and English
What We Offer A competitive remuneration package with a minimum salary of € 5.598,85 gross per month (full-time, collective wage agreement for the chemical industry) - the actual salary offer is significantly higher and depends on your professional experience and qualifications
Short-term and long-term incentive program
Financial support for relocation
Family-friendly company environment; support with parental leave, dad month, bilingual company kindergarten
Work@home depending on the position / department
Commuting allowance or parking space (tax applicable)
Comprehensive training programs
In-house job rotation program
In-house canteen with discounts or meal vouchers
Works council (events, festivals, shopping vouchers, etc.)
Employee Referral Program
Employee Recognition Program
Takeda Resource Groups
Medical checkups
Free vaccination program
Fitness Center in I67
Employee discounts
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Group accident insurance
More About Us Takeda is a patient-focused, values-based, R&D-driven global biopharmaceutical company committed to bringing Better Health and a Brighter Future to people worldwide. Our passion and pursuit of potentially life-changing treatments for patients are deeply rooted in over 240 years of distinguished history in Japan.
Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.
How We Will Support You Takeda is proud of its commitment to create a diverse workforce and to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are living with disabilities, chronic illness, or neurodiversity, please feel free to let us know so that we can provide you with appropriate support during the application process.
Locations AUT - Wien - Industriestrasse 67
Worker Type Employee
Worker Sub-Type Regular
Time Type Full time
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