Job Description
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Why this role matters
Douglas is embarking on the next phase of operations digitalisation. A key focus will be the digitalisation of Manufacturing, including the selection and deployment of a new SCADA system. This multi-year programme will increase efficiency, strengthen compliance, and set the foundation for future growth.
What you'll do
In this senior leadership role, you'll be at the centre of Douglas' digital transformation, shaping strategy, leading people, and ensuring our systems and solutions deliver real business impact.
Lead & Inspire: Build and lead a high-performing team, fostering collaboration, engagement and a 'One-Douglas' mindset. Provide clear goals, champion our culture, and role-model the leadership behaviours that drive success.
Shape Strategy: Work with senior leaders and stakeholders to define the digital roadmap, aligning technology priorities with business goals.
Deliver Digital Solutions: Oversee the implementation, integration and validation of critical applications and systems—ensuring projects land on time, on budget, and in full compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements.
Keep Systems Running Smoothly: Manage system support, vendor partnerships, incident resolution and performance optimisation, ensuring operational uptime, security, and continuous improvement.
Safeguard Data & Compliance: Maintain data integrity and security, oversee master data and serialisation systems, and ensure full compliance with PICS, GMP and audit requirements.
Optimise Resources: Manage budgets effectively, delivering value, efficiency, and measurable outcomes across all digital initiatives.
Your leadership will make a real impact, strengthening collaboration, safeguard compliance, enhance system reliability, and accelerate our digital transformation, directly enabling Douglas to deliver world-class medicines in a fast-moving digital landscape.
What you'll bring
Proven expertise - 10+ years in Operational Technology with hands-on experience in applications, PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) selection, configuration, and deployment.
Leadership impact - at least 5 years in senior technology roles, driving teams and projects to success.
Regulated industry know-how - a strong track record in sectors like pharmaceuticals, finance, or energy, with ITIL and/or GAMP knowledge.
Project leadership skills - confident managing cross-functional teams and complex projects; MES or SCADA experience a bonus.
The right qualifications - a degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Business Administration, or similar (ITIL certification a plus).
Standout qualities - customer-focused, structured thinker with sharp problem-solving, clear communication, and sound decision-making.
True leadership - self-motivated, collaborative, and able to inspire others to deliver their best.
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!
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.
Please note:
Applications may close early due to high interest. Don’t miss out – now!
As part of the pre-employment process, you will need to pass a drug test MOJ and medical assessment.
Job Details:
Reference
16631
Expertise
Management
Job Level
Management
Location
West Auckland
Work Type
Permanent full-time
Application Closes
17 Mar 2026 23:55
Why this role matters
Douglas is embarking on the next phase of operations digitalisation. A key focus will be the digitalisation of Manufacturing, including the selection and deployment of a new SCADA system. This multi-year programme will increase efficiency, strengthen compliance, and set the foundation for future growth.
What you'll do
In this senior leadership role, you'll be at the centre of Douglas' digital transformation, shaping strategy, leading people, and ensuring our systems and solutions deliver real business impact.
Lead & Inspire: Build and lead a high-performing team, fostering collaboration, engagement and a 'One-Douglas' mindset. Provide clear goals, champion our culture, and role-model the leadership behaviours that drive success.
Shape Strategy: Work with senior leaders and stakeholders to define the digital roadmap, aligning technology priorities with business goals.
Deliver Digital Solutions: Oversee the implementation, integration and validation of critical applications and systems—ensuring projects land on time, on budget, and in full compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements.
Keep Systems Running Smoothly: Manage system support, vendor partnerships, incident resolution and performance optimisation, ensuring operational uptime, security, and continuous improvement.
Safeguard Data & Compliance: Maintain data integrity and security, oversee master data and serialisation systems, and ensure full compliance with PICS, GMP and audit requirements.
Optimise Resources: Manage budgets effectively, delivering value, efficiency, and measurable outcomes across all digital initiatives.
Your leadership will make a real impact, strengthening collaboration, safeguard compliance, enhance system reliability, and accelerate our digital transformation, directly enabling Douglas to deliver world-class medicines in a fast-moving digital landscape.
What you'll bring
Proven expertise - 10+ years in Operational Technology with hands-on experience in applications, PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) selection, configuration, and deployment.
Leadership impact - at least 5 years in senior technology roles, driving teams and projects to success.
Regulated industry know-how - a strong track record in sectors like pharmaceuticals, finance, or energy, with ITIL and/or GAMP knowledge.
Project leadership skills - confident managing cross-functional teams and complex projects; MES or SCADA experience a bonus.
The right qualifications - a degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Business Administration, or similar (ITIL certification a plus).
Standout qualities - customer-focused, structured thinker with sharp problem-solving, clear communication, and sound decision-making.
True leadership - self-motivated, collaborative, and able to inspire others to deliver their best.
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!
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.
Please note:
Applications may close early due to high interest. Don’t miss out – now!
As part of the pre-employment process, you will need to pass a drug test MOJ and medical assessment.
Job Details:
Reference
16631
Expertise
Management
Job Level
Management
Location
West Auckland
Work Type
Permanent full-time
Application Closes
17 Mar 2026 23:55
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Application Solutions Manager - Operations Technology position is now open for candidates interested in the Operations Executive Jobs sector. This role in Auckland offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Operations Executive Jobs is a plus.
