The Role:
Joining Moderna offers the unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering team that's revolutionizing medicine through mRNA technology with a diverse pipeline of development programs across various diseases. As an employee, you'll be part of a continually growing organization working alongside exceptional colleagues and strategic partners worldwide, contributing to global health initiatives. Moderna's commitment to advancing the technological frontier of mRNA medicines ensures a challenging and rewarding career experience with the potential to make a significant impact on patients' lives worldwide.
Moderna is committed to enhancing Australia's biotech landscape through a long-term partnership that focuses on strengthening pandemic resilience. Our Melbourne-based large-scale mRNA vaccine manufacturing facility will be a cornerstone in Australia's ability to respond to future health threats efficiently. This collaboration not only brings cutting-edge medical technology to the forefront but also emphasizes job creation and local talent development. We're inviting visionary professionals to be part of this transformative journey making a tangible impact on global health security.
The Maintenance Planner and Scheduler, based at our state-of-the-art GMP Manufacturing facility in Melbourne, Australia, is instrumental in ensuring the efficiency and reliability of our operations. As a key figure in planning, scheduling, and coordinating all maintenance activities, this role directly supports the compliance, reliability, and uptime of our GMP/non-GMP process and support equipment.
Your key responsibilities will be:
Developing and managing the maintenance schedule, coordinating with internal teams and external contractors for timely execution.
Supervising external contractors to ensure compliance with Moderna’s EHS policies.
Utilizing CMMS for effective maintenance activity management.
Reviewing work orders for accuracy and completeness, ensuring all necessary materials, tools, and resources are available prior to scheduling work.
Coordinating with procurement and inventory teams to ensure availability of necessary materials and parts for scheduled maintenance tasks.
Your responsibilities will also include:
Leading the planning of shutdowns, turnarounds, and outages with effective resource allocation.
Analyzing maintenance data to improve equipment reliability and performance.
Participating in the development and implementation of maintenance strategies and practices, including preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
Supporting the development and control of the maintenance budget, contributing insights for cost-saving measures and budget forecasts.
Participating in internal and external audits related to maintenance activities.
The key Moderna Mindsets you’ll need to succeed in the role:
Question Convention: Innovatively approach maintenance planning and execution, challenging traditional methods to enhance efficiency and reliability.
Act with Urgency: Maintain a high pace and proactive stance in scheduling and executing maintenance activities to minimize downtime and support operational excellence.
Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
Relevant certification in maintenance planning and scheduling, such as CMRP or similar, is advantageous.
5+ years of experience in maintenance planning and scheduling within a manufacturing or industrial environment. Experience in a regulated (cGMP preferred) environment is highly desirable.
Proficiency in using CMMS (ideally Maximo) and other maintenance planning tools.
Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) are required. Ability to work collaboratively across functions and lead without direct authority.
Technical understanding of maintenance work processes and the ability to read and interpret technical documentation and drawings.
Knowledge of reliability-centered maintenance and experience in implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
Familiarity with standard maintenance practices, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) is required.
Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify issues, and develop solutions to enhance maintenance operations and equipment reliability.
Ability to represent the organization’s interests, objectives, and policies in a professional and responsible manner.
Moderna offers personalized benefit programs and well-being resources as unique as our global workforce so employees can do their best work.
We recognize and appreciate your diverse needs and interests and do our best to support you at work and at home with:
- Quality healthcare and insurance benefits
- Lifestyle Spending Accounts to create your own pathway to well-being
- Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
- Family planning and adoption benefits
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, bank holidays, volunteer days, sabbatical, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
- Educational resources
- Savings and investments
- Location-specific perks and extras!
The benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Moderna and the country where you work.
About Moderna
Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.
By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.
We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.
If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities.
Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.
Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!
Moderna is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.
Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
Belonging, Inclusion, and Diversity are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees and believe that by cultivating diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we can provide an environment where every employee is able to contribute their best.
Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the Talent Acquisition Partner or contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. (EEO/AAP Employer)
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