What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmaceutical Cleaner position at astrazeneca?
Pharmaceutical Cleaner - Immediate Start Full-time | 24‑month contract Monday to Friday | 7am‑3pm Location: North Ryde (Sydney NSW) | On‑site parking and close to public transport Competitive pay: From $29.03 per hour super shift loading, and allowances as applicable. AstraZeneca is seeking a dedicated Pharmaceutical Cleaner to join our supportive team at our North Ryde Manufacturing Plant. We offer steady hours, full training, and a positive, respectful work environment where your commitment to cleanliness helps make life-changing medicines possible. If you have experience working as a cleaner—especially in hospitals, food manufacturing, hotels, aged care, or any highly regulated environment—you could be a great fit. About AstraZeneca Our Sydney-based manufacturing facility at North Ryde is a leader in making high-quality medicines for people in Australia and around the world. We are one of the largest manufacturers of pharmaceuticals in Australia and we are proud of our high-performing and supportive culture, and our site’s reputation for safety and efficiency within AstraZeneca’s global network. What we offer Secure, steady hours with extra pay for certain shifts and specialised cleaning tasks Stable, ongoing work in a regulated environment Full training in pharmaceutical standards (GMP) Clean, safe working environment (not typical cleaning work) Career pathway into pharma manufacturing What you’ll do As a Pharmaceutical Cleaner, you will be key to maintaining the cleanliness and safety required for our products. With guidance and training from the Cleaning Supervisor, your main duties will include: Following strict cleaning schedules for different areas of the factory, including both production and office spaces, to meet high hygiene standards Cleaning areas to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards—these are guidelines we use to make sure medicines are produced in a clean environment Using and caring for powered cleaning equipment (training provided) Managing waste and recycling following our sustainability goals Filling in cleaning records and logbooks after your shift so we can track and check our standards Supporting regular hygiene audits to keep our cleaning on track and ready for inspection Following clear rules for security and reporting any incidents or accidents Working well in a team and communicating effectively with others Essential for the Role Previous experience in a cleaning role (hospitals, food manufacturing, hotels, aged care, or any highly regulated environment) Physically fit and comfortable with repetitive work, lifting, and using cleaning equipment Basic confidence using computers or mobile devices (for training or filling out forms) Reliable, hard-working, and ready to work as part of a team Desirable Skills & Experience Knowledge or experience in either the Pharmaceutical, Food production cleaning or in hospital, hotels, or aged care settings Some understanding of either Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliance in cleaning or HACCP (food safety guidelines) or experience supporting hygiene inspection - full training provided for those new to this area Comfortable working with cleaning schedules and tick-lists to keep on top of daily jobs The Recruitment Process The Recruitment Assessment Process can take from 1-3 weeks from start to completion based on your availability. The full assessment process is outlined below. Phone interview with our recruitment team (30 mins) Onsite visit to 47 Talavera Road - the visit will include: a practical assessment in-person interview with the Cleaning Supervisor medical check. **Please allow up to 2 hours** Background checks and references: As part of our compliance process successful candidates will be asked to provide several verification documents before a formal offer can be made. Please have these ready to load into our online Hireright portal at the end of the recruitment process. The documents will include: 2 references and verification of employment from previous employers 100 points of ID (passport, driver’s license, proof of address), A Police Check and Animal Rights check are also conducted which you can complete by filling out an online form. To Learn more about the Astra Zeneca Values - Values and Behaviours Where can I find out more? Visit our Global Website - https://www.astrazeneca.com/ Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603/ Follow us on Instagram – https://www.instragram.com/astrazeneca/ 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 Gold Tier Employer within the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI). Visit our ANZ Careers Page - www.astrazeneca.com.au/careers.html to learn more about our commitment to fostering a flexible, diverse, and inclusive environment. We recognise that any recruitment process may present challenges, if there is anything we can do to make our recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know via this Form. Values and Behaviours Date Posted 21-May-2026 Closing Date 20-May-2026 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. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.