Why this role matters
Step into a high-impact position at Douglas, where your validation expertise will sustain growth and safeguard excellence across pharmaceutical manufacturing.
From commissioning new facilities to controlling cross-contamination, you'll be central to GMP compliance and technical advancement.
If you value quality, enjoy solving complex challenges, and want to make a tangible difference, this role is for you.
What you'll do
Execute validation deliverables across facilities, equipment, processes, cleaning, and contamination control.
Support governance documents and ensure all activities align with GMP and current industry standards.Strengthen quality & compliance by reviewing change controls, troubleshooting technical issues, and contributing to investigations.
Apply proactive risk assessments that protect patients and products.Advance cleaning and contamination controls by developing and validating procedures and methods.
Establish scientifically justified limits and track performance with meaningful data.Support qualification strategies by designing and carrying out commissioning and performance qualification activities.
Confirm readiness for commercial supply and regulatory review.Translate data into action through performance analysis, statistical interpretation, and clear reporting that informs improvements.Provide technical input in audits, cross-functional projects, and daily operations.
Stay informed on emerging practices and bring forward improvements.Maintain documentation and schedules with accuracy.
Monitor progress, escalate priorities where needed, and support your team with organised planning.What you'll bring
You will be a qualified professional with a BEng/BSc in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.Confident communicator, capable of explaining technical material in clear, actionable terms.Skilled technical writer with experience preparing structured, compliant documentation.Analytical thinker who applies creativity and sound judgement when solving problems.Proficient with Microsoft Office tools to manage data, reporting, and workflows.Detail-oriented, disciplined in execution, and consistent in managing competing priorities.Comfortable in fast-paced environments, adaptable when requirements shift.Data-informed decision maker who uses evidence to support strategy and improvement.Self-motivated contributor who drives progress and delivers measurable results.Why join us?
Award-winning culture - Join a team that's genuinely a great place to work (and we've got the awards to prove it).Career growth - We're big on developing our people and promoting from within.Extra leave - After six years with us, you'll get five weeks of annual leave.Parental perks - Get 16 weeks of top-up payments during your parental leave.Security matters - We've got you covered with life and income protection insurance.Feel good with THRIVE - Our wellbeing program helps you be your best, inside and out.Exclusive discounts - Enjoy special deals on big-name brands like Clinicians, BraveFace, Avene, Ego, and more.About Us
At Douglas, we're more than just a company—we're a community of people driven to make a difference.
We're proud to be one of New Zealand's biggest pharmaceutical success stories, and we're growing globally.
Privately owned and future-focused, our team of 700 includes scientists, engineers, and all kinds of experts, working together to create high-quality healthcare products that help people around the world.
Come join us on this mission to improve lives!
Please note, applications may close early due to high interest.
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Next Steps
If you're invited to complete a video interview as the next stage of your application, we'd love you to embrace it.
Video interviews allow more people the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities to the hiring manager in a new and innovative way, giving you a better chance of securing your ideal role.
Relax, be yourself and don't worry, we all feel a bit awkward in front of the camera.