Current OpportunitySERB Specialty Pharmaceuticals is a Global specialty pharmaceutical group focused on prescription medicines which address rare and life-threatening diseases.Following strategic acquisitions and targeted developments, SERB has succeeded in establishing a consistent drugs portfolio focused on niche specialty pharmaceuticals to ensure continuous availability of life-saving medicines and answer unmet medical needs.Our commitment is to continue to offer essential drugs meeting Public health needs.Do you enjoy working with sheep on a day to day basis and hold animal welfare to a high standard? If so, BTG has the job for you.About BTGBTG provides rescue medicines typically used in emergency rooms and intensive care units to treat patients for whom there are limited treatment options. We are dedicated to delivering quality medicines that make a real difference to patients and their families through the development, manufacture, and commercialisation of pharmaceutical products. Our current portfolio of antidotes counteracts certain snake venoms and the toxicity associated with some heart and cancer medications.Broad FunctionBe an active member of the Production Team whilst assisting the Production Supervisor / Sr Production Technician(s) to conduct a number of sheep handling activities (indoor and outdoor) for the immunisation and bleeding programs and associated activities for the production of antibodies in the BTG sheep flock, including the maintenance of appropriate records and documentation.Assist in the maintenance of the Production Facility buildings and operation to the standard approved by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) and the USA Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and in accordance with the principles of the Code of Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP).Principle ResponsibilitiesSupport the production of low bio-burden serum from the blood harvested in the Production Facility by:Strictly following all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) that are in use within the production unitConducting all operations and procedures with the utmost attention to detail, hygiene and safetyEnsuring routine animal husbandry practices are carried out on an industry "best practice" basis and in accordance with the "Model Code of Practice for the Welfare of Animals - The Sheep".Ensuring that any suspected health problems are reported immediately to the Production Supervisor, a Sr Production Technician(s), or Veterinarian and assist when requiredEducation and ExperienceA tertiary qualification in Animal Science / Agriculture or similar would be desirable but not essentialFront end loader / Telehandler licenses would be advantageous but not essentialProficient IT skills mainly in Microsoft Office suiteSkills and AttributesA current South Australian Driver's Licence is requiredAbility to work in a close team environmentGood communication, literacy, written and numeracy skills essentialHigh attention to detailCompany BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramQuarterly Performance Related BonusSuper Salary Sacrifice options5 weeks annual leave with additional 3 days over ChristmasFull uniform provided and launderedSerb Specialty Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity employer. We offer competitive compensation & benefit packages, challenging opportunities and a culture of working together in a supportive way built on our strong foundation of values. Boost your career Find thousands of job opportunities by signing up to eFinancialCareers today. #J-18808-Ljbffr
