Facility Director - Brand New Laboratory - Head of Operations

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Job description

We have an exciting opportunity available as a Facilities Director for a growing Biotechnology company based in The Netherlands. This position will be instrumental in facilitating the continued expansion of the organization maintaining the greatest laboratory and working environment.

*Responsibilities*

The Facilities Director will be developing and leading facility strategies for the site in The Netherlands. This will be initiating an exciting project coordinating the move of the Global Head Quarters to a new state of the art building. Responsible for leading a team comprising of two sociable and hands on colleagues with the goal of creating the best working environment for the organization ensuring all laboratory and office processes run smoothly and efficiently.

* Management of all activities relating to the operation and maintenance of company infrastructure, installations and buildings in close cooperation with lab management

* Coordination of activities relating to the fitting of a brand new facility and subsequent relocation to this facility.

* Development, Implementation and management of Biological, Environmental, Health and Safety policies/procedures, benchmarks, safety programs etc. to ensure compliance, injury prevention and risk mitigation

* Budget responsibility for the facility to ensure accurate spending, projections and identification of significant capital spend requirements during budget preparation and coordination of negotiations with vendors and third-party contractors

* Successfully working with project managers, general contractors, furniture vendors, and architects for all corporate facility projects.

* Setting up new procedures and processes for the facilities department and implementing process improvements.

*Requirements*

* Experience as a manager within facilities management. Most suitable would be within a rapidly growing and fast paced organization.

* Experience in Facilities Management and Operations within a Biological Laboratory

* Understanding of legislation relevant for operation of laboratories (Chemical, environmental, biological etc.)

* Dutch and English speaker

Following your application Simon Trebilcock, a specialist Scientific Recruiter with over 7 years' experience recruiting in the scientific field will discuss the opportunity with you in detail. Eager to both give insight into the future of the opportunity and company but also learn more about your vision for your career growth. If desired Simon would look to remain in contact to alert you to opportunities which align with your interest and career plans.

This position has been highly popular, and it is likely that it will close prematurely. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Please click 'apply' or contact Simon Trebilcock for any further information

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*About Planet Pharma*

Planet Pharma is an American parented Employment Business/Agency that provides global staffing services with its head-quarters in Chicago and our EMEA regional office located in Central London. We have invested significantly in creating a robust international platform that enables us to work compliantly in 30+ countries with a current network of 2500+ active contractors globally as well as a very strong permanent / direct hire recruitment offering.

Our specialist knowledge and close relationships with our clients and the wider industry really makes us unique in our field. Just recently we were recognised by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm, and have won multiple awards from industry accredited bodies for our commitment to excellence and service delivery. We have extensive functional expertise including: Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Submissions experts, Clinical development, Quality, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs / Writing.

We are an equal opportunities Recruitment Business and Agency. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

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