Head of Maintenance & Reliability Engineering (w/m/d) at Takeda Pharmaceutical

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As Head of Maintenance & Reliability Engineering you 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.

• 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.

• 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

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 

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.

For over 240 years, Takeda’s propensity to evolve has driven the next generation of innovation. Today, the organization spans the globe—colleagues across business units and functions face challenges head-on to deliver on our vision. The omnipresent patient focus instills pride in personal contributions.

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Job Info:

• Company: Takeda Pharmaceutical
• Position: Head of Maintenance & Reliability Engineering (w/m/d)
• Work Location: Vienna
• Country: AT

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