Validation Associate (Contract role)

About this role

• 6-month fixed-term contract in regional NSW • WHV candidates are welcome to apply • Apply your hands on validation experience in the pharmaceutical industry We are partnering with a leading global pharmaceutical manufacturer to recruit a Validation Operations Associate on a 6 month-fixed-term-contract to support site-based validation activities. This role offers a unique opportunity for a technically strong validation professional to step into a high-impact, standalone position with strong cross-functional exposure. About the Role As the Validation Operations Associate, you will take ownership of process, cleaning, and media fill validation activities, ensuring compliance with GMP standards across the site. Working within a matrix environment, you will collaborate closely with teams across Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Technical Operations. This position is ideal for someone with hands-on validation experience in a GMP manufacturing environment who is confident working autonomously and engaging across departments. Key Responsibilities • Develop, execute, and report on process validation programs, cleaning validation activities and media fill requirements. • Partner with site teams to support process improvements and validation initiatives • Support new product introductions and ongoing manufacturing activities • Assist with deviations, investigations, and CAPA management • Prepare and review validation documentation and protocol & SOPs and batch records • Provide technical support across Manufacturing and Quality functions Skills and Qualifications To be successful in this role, you will have: • a Degree in Science, Engineering, or a related discipline • Proven experience in process validation within a manufacturing environment • Strong experience in validation documentation and reporting • Background working in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical or related industry • Ability to work independently in a standalone role • Strong communication skills and the ability to engage cross-functionally This a full-time on-site role with flexibility to start any time between 7:00am – 9:00am. For a confidential converstaion about the role, please email Grace Bitodi at gbitodi@onqrecruitment.com.au. Please note that only applications submitted via the job boards will be considered.