Expert Operations S&R

As an Expert Operations (EO), you coordinate and support all activities needed to secure continuity in the current and future laboratory infrastructure of Science, Research & Innovation Delft. You collaborate with budget holders (e.g. Center Directors), suppliers, science experts, users, technical departments, SHE&Q experts and procurement to ensure safe and smooth execution of all processes related to preventive and corrective maintenance, modifications and (CAPEX and OPEX) equipment investments.

Your key responsibilities

• Ensure the continuity of laboratory infrastructure within the Science Research & Innovation Laboratories Delft by managing all relevant processes, which are mostly related to equipment: preventive and corrective maintenance, modifications and (CAPEX and OPEX) equipment investments.
• Actively manage the interface between the centers, suppliers, procurement, the Infrastructure & Services (I&S) department and SHE&Q experts.
• Coordinate the overall Management of Change process, including challenge, progress control and regular alignment with all stakeholders involved.
• Engage the compilation and updating of a multi-year plan on investments in equipment, in collaboration with the respective Center Directors and science experts.
• Check and report on actuality and availability of SHE studies concerning equipment and lab installations.
• Frequently align with budget holders (Center Directors, R&D Managers) and the S&R controller on budget status, planning and priorities.
• Execute progress control and reporting on actions from MoC’s, incidents, audits, SHE studies etc.

We offer

• Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty – explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen.
• A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do.
• A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next.
• Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership.
• A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
• A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.

You bring

• Broad experience (>5 years) within a (life science) R&D community in combination with life science education and level of thinking and working at HBO level.
• Knowledge of lab equipment, maintenance processes and financing.
• A good level of speaking and writing in English (and Dutch) and easy connect to people.
• Preferably a full VCA certificate (Veiligheid, Gezondheid en Milieu (VGM) Checklist Aannemers).
• Comfortable with working with many stakeholders across different functions and fields.
• A proactive attitude with a strong sense of ownership and high SHE awareness.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them. Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.