Senior Pharmacy Technician - Sterile Production Services
Senior GMP sterile manufacturing role at one of Australia's leading tertiary hospitals
Technical leadership, supervision and staff development in a specialist sterile production unit
Salary packaging and overtime opportunities within a highly regarded pharmacy department
Lead GMP-compliant sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing at one of Australia's top hospitals – precision work with real patient impact.
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 2 years)
Position Classification: Pharmacy Technician Grade 3
Remuneration: $44.05 - $45.51 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Pharmacy Westmead Hospital.
Where you'll be working
Westmead Hospital is a leading Australian tertiary and research hospital within Western Sydney Local Health District. The Pharmacy Sterile Production Unit produces critical medications for patients across the hospital network, operating to stringent GMP standards within a world-class clinical environment.
You will be part of a team that:
Has a GMP-accredited sterile production unit at one of Australia's largest tertiary hospitals
Has an expert pharmacy team with a strong investment in quality, training and compliance
Offers salary packaging, professional development support and overtime opportunities
Provides real scope for technical leadership and contribution to service improvement
What you'll be doing
In this senior technical leadership role your expertise will drive quality, compliance and efficiency across the sterile production unit. You will supervise staff, maintain GMP compliance and ensure the timely, safe delivery of sterile pharmaceutical products to clinical areas.
In this role you will:
Lead and supervise sterile manufacturing tasks in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practice requirements
Ensure timely production and delivery of sterile products while maintaining accurate inventory and legal records
Train and develop pharmacy technicians, students and other staff in sterile production techniques
Drive compliance with national GMP guidelines and local policies and contribute to quality assurance programs
Support the Coordinator in operational planning and service improvement initiatives
Ready to lead sterile production at one of Australia's top hospitals?
At NSW Health, we're enriching health in millions of ways every day. Join Western Sydney Local Health District and enjoy salary packaging, generous leave entitlements, flexible work options, ongoing professional development and the opportunity to make a genuine difference in one of NSW's most dynamic and diverse communities. Apply now via the NSW Health Career Portal or SEEK.
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Criteria:
Qualifications: Certificate Level IV OR has qualifications deemed to be equivalent.
Selection Criteria:
Demonstrated excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated extensive experience in hospital pharmacy sterile manufacturing services.
Demonstrated attention to fine details and accuracy at work.
Demonstrated leadership skills, proficiency in staff supervision and extensive experience in training and development.
Demonstrated organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team with a high degree of self-motivation and ability to effect practice change.
Demonstrated skills in information technology: using computer applications including dispensing, database management, spreadsheet, and word processing programs.
Willing and able to work overtime and weekends as required.
Requisition ID: REQ649144
Applications Close: 12 April 2026
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For inquiries about the role, contact Melissa Tao via Melissa.Tao@invalidemail.com.
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/
Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply to staff with a disability parking permit.
Please note: In accordance with NSW Health policy, priority will be given to Australian citizens and permanent residents. A person who is not an Australian citizen or permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or the advertised position.
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