IT Automation Specialist

About the Role
Our client, a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer, is seeking an experienced IT Automation Specialist to support the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of critical automated and computerised systems within a GMP-regulated environment. Working closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and IT teams, you will play a key role in ensuring operational systems remain reliable, secure, compliant, and fit for purpose. 

Key Responsibilities

• Support the lifecycle management of automated and computerised systems across manufacturing operations
• Implement, configure, maintain, and enhance manufacturing and operational technology systems
• Support system upgrades, integrations, migrations, and technology improvement projects
• Develop and maintain technical and compliance-related documentation
• Assist with system testing, troubleshooting, investigations, and issue resolution
• Support data integrity, cybersecurity, and compliance initiatives
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, and IT stakeholders to deliver system improvements
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on system performance, reliability, and efficiency
• Ensure activities are performed in accordance with GMP, company policies, and health and safety requirements

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or a related scientific discipline
• 3-5+ years' experience in an IT, Automation, Engineering, Manufacturing Systems, or Operational Technology role
• Experience working within a regulated environment such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, or other compliance-driven industries
• Hands-on experience supporting or implementing manufacturing, automation, or computerised systems
• Experience with systems such as MES, SCADA, PLC, Historian, LIMS, ERP, or similar platforms is highly desirable
• Experience delivering system upgrades, implementations, integrations, or technology projects
• Exposure to system validation, lifecycle documentation, testing, or data integrity activities will be highly regarded
• Knowledge of GMP environments, GAMP 5, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, or PIC/S requirements will be viewed favourably
• Strong technical troubleshooting, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills

Additional Information
Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical assessment. Please note this site is not accessible via public transport, and applicants must have reliable private transport to travel to and from the site.

Apply Now
If you're an experienced IT Automation Specialist looking for an opportunity to work with complex manufacturing systems in a regulated environment, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume in Word format.
Questions? Contact Raine on (07) 3175 0680

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