Leica Biosystems’ mission of “Advancing Cancer Diagnostics, Improving Lives” is at the heart of our corporate culture. We’re a global leader in cancer diagnostics with the most comprehensive portfolio from biopsy to diagnosis. Our easy-to-use and consistently reliable offerings help improve workflow efficiency and diagnostic confidence. Our associates know that every moment matters when it comes to cancer diagnostics. When you come to work, you’re helping develop solutions that enable accurate diagnoses to turn anxiety into answers. Join our diverse, global team of talented people, and be inspired to grow every day.

Leica Biosystems is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Diagnostics Companies at Danaher. Together, we’re working at the pace of change to improve patient lives with diagnostic tools that address the world’s biggest health challenges.

The Facilities Coordinator for Leica Biosystems is responsible for Supervision and front-line support of day-to-day activities across a range of services including soft services, catering and maintenance activities.

This position is part of the PMO, Facilities & EHS Team located in Newcastle and will be on-site based. At Leica Biosystems, our vision is to advance cancer diagnostics and improve lives.

You will be a part of the Facilities Team and report to the Facilities & Projects Manager responsible for scheduling and administrative duties for various activities including site maintenance visits. If you thrive in a fast paced supporting role and want to work to build a world-class Facilities organization—read on.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Overseeing site waste management streams

• Undertaking of key fire safety activities (weekly sprinkler & fire alarm testing)

• Undertaking water hygiene activities

The essential requirements of the job include: (NOTE For Hiring Manager: Please reference the 3-5-7 Model for Job Requirements found here)

• Ability to prioritise a varied, high volume workload

• High levels of initiative, self-motivation and energy

• Hands on mentality with a strong ability to get into detail as necessary

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Good organizational skills

• Understanding of contractor EHS requirements

• Facilities/Trade experience

• An understanding of budgets and cost tracking

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