CSL Seqirus is a global leader in influenza prevention and pandemic preparedness. We are seeking a Principal Automation Engineer - Platform to provide technical installation & setup, maintenance, reliability and performance of the local Core System platforms and associated interfaces at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Tullamarine.

Description of the role Lead ownership and administration of critical control systems, partnering with DT Infrastructure to deliver a seamless, compliant platform framework. Drive standardisation across GxP systems, covering configuration, access, alarm management, and maintenance while integrating with data and network platforms. Identify gaps, enhance standards, and support continuous improvement through system upgrades of the Windows Server administration, virtualization, and patching across platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Administration of local control systems across development, validation, simulation, and production environments

Microsoft Server (2008/2016): clustering, failover, replication

Hyper-V virtualization (2012/2016) and domain services management

Backup, recovery, and archiving (e.g. Acronis, NetBackup)

Antivirus management (e.g. McAfee, whitelisting)

User access, account, and permission management

Patch, hotfix, and vendor KBA deployment

Database management: cleanup, synchronization, backups

System performance monitoring (uptime, reliability, lifecycle)

Firmware and alarm management

Disaster recovery and business continuity testing

CSV compliance, investigations, CAPAs, and periodic reviews

Cross-functional coordination and stakeholder engagement





Continuous improvement and system optimisation

Project coordination across lifecycle (design to startup)

Vendor management and roadmap alignment

Qualifications and Experience required

Bachelor of Science in an Engineering or other Science discipline/Masters preferred, Computer Science, or Management Information Systems.

10+ years' experience in pharmaceutical industry including direct management experience in Manufacturing, Engineering or Execution Systems/Automation; 5 years or more working experience in Execution Systems/Automation design and support

Specific experience in process automation, MES and batch manufacturing industry standards (ISA S88 &S95;).

Direct experience designing, building, deploying and supporting automation and execution systems in a regulated large-scale process-based manufacturing environment.

Experience in running site-based shop floor systems in a globally distributed footprint is highly desirable.

Demonstrated ability to influence at all organizational levels through transparent, concise and impactful verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to build, mentor and grow a high performing and cohesive team.

Experience in Process Excellence methodology is desirable but not required.

About CSL Seqirus





CSL Seqirus is part of CSL. As one of the largest influenza vaccine providers in the world, CSL Seqirus is a major contributor to the prevention of influenza globally and a transcontinental partner in pandemic preparedness. With state-of-the-art production facilities in the U.S., the U.K. and Australia, CSL Seqirus utilizes egg, cell and adjuvant technologies to offer a broad portfolio of differentiated influenza vaccines in more than 20 countries around the world.

To learn more about CSL, CSL Behring, CSL Seqirus and CSL Vifor visit https://www.csl.com/ and CSL Plasma at https://www.cslplasma.com/.

Our Benefits For more information on CSL benefits visit How CSL Supports Your Well-being | CSL.

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At CSL, Inclusion and Belonging is at the core of our mission and who we are. It fuels our innovation day in and day out. By celebrating our differences and creating a culture of curiosity and empathy, we are able to better understand and connect with our patients and donors, foster strong relationships with our stakeholders, and sustain a diverse workforce that will move our company and industry into the future.

To learn more about inclusion and belonging visit https://www.csl.com/careers/inclusion-and-belonging

Equal Opportunity Employer

CSL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit https://www.csl.com/accessibility-statement.

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📌 Principal Automation Engineer - Platform (Melbourne)
🏢 CSL
📍 Melbourne