Senior Laboratory Operations Manager
Job Description
Make your mark for patients
We are looking for a Senior Laboratory Operations Manager who is accountable, proactive, and solution-oriented to join us in our Business Operations team, based at our Braine L'alleud site in Belgium.
About the role
You will lead the safe, reliable, and efficient day-to-day operation of laboratory buildings and infrastructure that support research activities in Braine. Acting as the main point of accountability for your assigned facilities, you will help ensure strong building performance, service continuity, compliance, and a high-quality workplace for laboratory teams. This is a hands-on role combining operational leadership, technical problem-solving, and close collaboration with internal partners and external service providers.
Who you’ll work with
You will work closely with laboratory users, engineering teams, utilities partners, health and safety colleagues, and external contractors. You will build strong relationships across site functions to translate operational needs into practical actions, support infrastructure projects, and maintain a safe and efficient environment for research teams.
What you’ll do
You will own the operational performance of assigned laboratory buildings and infrastructure.
Coordinate building changes, equipment setup, and facility improvement projects.
You will lead safety actions, follow up on risks, and support a strong safety culture.
Manage maintenance, repairs, and technical issues with internal teams and vendors.
Oversee contractors on site to ensure quality, safety, and service standards.
You will identify opportunities to improve operations, building performance, and user experience.
Interested? For this role, we’re looking for the following education, experience and skills
A minimum of Master’s degree (or equivalent) in science, business, engineering, or a related field.
Significant experience in building operations or technical site management.
Experience working in laboratory, technical, or industrial environments.
Strong knowledge of building systems, utilities, ventilation, and laboratory infrastructure.
Proven ability to manage vendors, contractors, and operational projects independently.
Strong communication, prioritization, and decision-making skills in a fast-paced setting.
Are you ready to ‘go beyond’ to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!
About us
UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are over 9.000 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science.
Why work with us?
At UCB, we don’t just complete tasks, we create value. We aren’t afraid to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected, and has equal opportunities to do their best work. We ‘go beyond’ to create value for our patients, and always with a human focus, whether that’s on our patients, our employees, or our planet. Working for us, you will discover a place where you can grow, and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential.
At UCB, we’ve embraced a hybrid-first approach to work, bringing teams together in local hubs to foster collaborative curiosity. Unless expressly stated in the description or precluded by the nature of the position, roles are hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office.
UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on [email protected]. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.