Sterility Assurance Technician

**Sterility Assurance Technician**

We currently seeking a dynamic Sterility Assurance Technician to join our team and provide support to our Production and Sterile team at North Ryde:

- An exciting 12-month fixed contract/secondment opportunity.
- Follow established procedures and guidelines to manufacture the organization’s products according to production specifications and schedules; volume, cost, and wastage targets; and quality standards.
- Work in a manner 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.

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**
- An extra paid day off every month
- On-site car park and site staff canteen
- Gym membership

**What you’ll do**

Reporting to the Sterile Manager, the Sterility Assurance Technician is responsible for playing a critical role in our business. Your responsibilities will include:

- Conduct viable and non-viable environmental monitoring as per current procedures.
- Effectively manage, coordinate and complete all sterile entry training and validation.
- Provide advice on Microbiological quality related matters to all personnel entering sterile area.
- Assist with development and review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
- Provide regular feedback to all personnel entering sterile area on aseptic behaviors and technique.

**Essential for the role**
- Knowledge and understanding of the principles and concepts of compliance management and Good Manufacturing Practice.
- Knowledge and understanding of Safety, Health and Environment.
- Competent in problem-solving and risk analysis.
- Highly proficient in time management and administrative tasks.
- Flexible approach to work ensuring that production requirements are met.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.

**Desirable for the role**
- Qualified in Tertiary Education in Science, or equivalent in a scientific discipline.
- Knowledge and understanding of Microbiological testing and analysis.

**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.

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.

**Where can I find out more?