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Pharmaceutical Cleaner

Location Macquarie Park, New South Wales, Australia Job ID R-198996 Date posted 06/05/2024

Pharmaceutical Cleaner

Are you ready to join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in cleanliness and hygiene? Would you like to join an organisation that follows science and turns ideas into life-changing medicines? Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

We are looking for experienced Cleaners, committed to maintaining high standards and creating a safe environment for everyone onsite to join our Facilities Services team:

  • Multiple Permanent opportunities across both Day, Afternoon and Night shifts
  • Be part of a culture that protects the safety and well-being of self, others, and the environment.

About AstraZeneca

Join a team where everyone feels a personal connection to the people that we impact. From our science labs to manufacturing at scale, we are committed to delivering the highest quality. It’s inspiring and rewarding work, influencing every part of the product lifecycle to deliver life-changing medicines. To ultimately make people’s lives better – from patients and their families to all of us in society.

Be welcomed into our inclusive network of diverse and high performing teams. Have the support, trust and respect to thrive here, great workplace and energised teams who always have each other’s back. For those with a shared drive and passion for impacting people’s lives, experience a sense of belonging like no other.

The North Ryde manufacturing facility remains an important centre for both AstraZeneca and manufacturing in Australia.  We are proud of our long heritage in Australia, where for more than 65 years, AstraZeneca has been providing medicines to treat many cancers and chronic diseases, saving lives and extending life for millions of Australians.

Benefits

  • On-site car park and site staff canteen
  • Gym membership
  • Great location - Access to public transport

What you’ll do

Reporting to the Cleaning Supervisor, you will adhere strictly to quality assurance and compliance procedures and support continuous improvement initiatives and departmental improvements. Your responsibilities will be to:

•  Clean graded and ungraded rooms, furniture, fittings, walls, and doors following standard operating procedures.
•   Perform carpet cleaning and operate ride-on or powered machinery.
• Utilize steam cleaning and pressure washing equipment effectively.
• Collect vehicular rubbish and operate mobile compaction units.
• Conduct specialist computer cleaning.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety of toilets, wet areas, hard floors, and soft floors.
• Daily removal of rubbish and proper disposal adhering to recycling programs.
• Clean glass and windows as directed.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the cleaners' room.
• Proper usage and maintenance of equipment and chemicals following manufacturer instructions and safety  guidelines.
• Monitor and manage chemical and stock orders efficiently.
• Secure buildings according to company procedures.
• Follow incident and accident reporting procedures.

What you’ll bring

• Previous experience in cleaning or similar field preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures meticulously.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards.
• Flexibility to work additional hours/shut down periods as needed.

Why AstraZeneca

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.  

Part of an inclusive and giving community, we support and help each other on our journeys –backed by the same personal commitment to each other as we give to patients. Curious problem solvers, we are intellectually stimulated by constant learning. There’s potential for multiple, global careers and great rewards, for those who embrace the diverse opportunities.

AstraZeneca in Australia has been formally recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) and as a Bronze Tier Employer within the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI). Visit our ANZ Careers Page to learn more about our commitment to fostering a flexible, diverse, and inclusive environment.

So, what’s next

  • Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.
  • Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have a seat available, and we hope it’s yours.
  • If you’re curious to know more then please reach out to Dia Dutta. We look forward to your application by Friday 21 May 2024.


Where can I find out more?

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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