We are Whiteley

As Australia’s largest manufacturer of sterilants, disinfectants and healthcare cleaning technologies, Whiteley we have been protecting lives and livelihoods since 1933.

We are Whiteley

As Australia’s largest manufacturer of sterilants, disinfectants and healthcare cleaning technologies, Whiteley we have been protecting lives and livelihoods since 1933.

Who We Are

Whiteley is a TGA licensed manufacturer of therapeutic goods and on the campus in Tomago in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, they manufacture innovative products that enable cleaning and disinfection that meet international standards. Whiteley provide quality products in the fields of Endoscopy, Surgical and Theatre, Hospital Infection Prevention and Control, Central sterilisation departments, Aged Care and many other Domestic Services.

Whiteley remains an Australian family-owned business led by Dr Greg Whiteley, a world renowned expert on Infectious Prevention and Control. The Business operates throughout Asia Pacific and exports to over 20 international markets including across Southeast Asia, China and the US.

At Whiteley there is a obsessive focus on clinical research to drive constant innovation in the vital area of Infection Prevention. Their commitment to research programs in emerging fields such as bacterial biofilms are driving world first technologies in this area, including Surfex® which holds the title of the world’s first dry surface biofilm remover. Several Whiteley publications are recognised as seminal papers in field, particularly with Dry Surface Biofilms.

Whilst the height of the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) pandemic may be behind us, Superbugs do and will continue to take lives. This will remain a core focus for Whiteley and they continue to focus on the development of appropriate hygiene interventions. Whiteley are researching how superbugs bind onto surfaces, and the transfer mechanisms that lead to others becoming infected. Understanding how to stop these biofilms forming and contributing to patient infections has the potential to save thousands of lives. The intent is not to replace antibiotics, but to provide additional processes and defences in the prevention or treatment of infections. In recognition of his groundbreaking work, Dr Greg Whiteley was recently appointed as an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Faculty of Medicine and Health at the University of Sydney.

From beginnings during the Great Depression, to a global fight against Pandemics and Superbugs the future looks bright for Whiteley. With new products, new claims, new research, new facilities and many new product opportunities being investigated they look forward to delivering even more leading cleaning and disinfection technology to the market in the future.

Dr Greg Whiteley added “whilst there is still the ability to protect lives and livelihoods we will be continuing to fulfill our company mission of protecting lives and livelihoods.’’

Protecting lives and livehoods since 1933

Our Values

Whiteley believes patient safety should be protected by technology that reduces the risks of healthcare associated infections. Whiteley is committed to developing cutting edge technologies and to create safer, cleaner healthcare environments.

We live by 6 core values as we fulfil our mission.

Inspire our people to be the best they can, and embrace their passion

Create market leading solutions which sustain, enhance, and disrupt

Take the extra step to get the very best results

Work effectively as one team to achieve our goals

Put the customer at the heart of everything we do

Get results the right way, being honest, clear and respectful

Our History

In 1933, the Australian General Disinfectant Company was founded; this marked the beginning of Whiteley Corporation. The AGDC supplied hygiene products and processes for the entertainment industry and public amenities. The company progressively developed a complete range of deodorants, disinfectants, insecticides, pest control chemicals and cleaning products, becoming the first Australian company to specialise in what are known today as Sanitation Chemicals. During the years of the Second World War, the product range of the Australian General Disinfectant Company was extended to include personal hygiene products including antiseptics for the war efforts.

1930s - 40s

During the 1950s, the product range expanded to include chemical products for building maintenance. The manufacture of floor sealers, polishers and waxes for hard floors became a major objective of the AGDC. The company has made many advances in introducing improved methods for floor maintenance, expanding recently to a range that includes soft flooring and carpet care. The AGDC made a significant contribution to the formation of the first chemical trade organisation – the Association of Sanitation Chemical Manufacturers. Today, Whiteley Corporation continues to support the Australian Chemical Speciality Manufacturers Association and its affiliated activities.

1950s - 60s

In 1971, the Whiteley family became involved in the business initially through Mr Reginald K Whiteley. The Whiteley family then acquired the controlling interest in the company. The family ownership of the company had continued. Mr R K Whiteley continues to have an active and intimate involvement in the business, his son Greg is now the managing director. The tradition of the business endures and the directors and staff all work together to ensure the ongoing growth and profitability of the company through its innovation products and excellent customer service.

1970s - 80s

In 1995, the Company transferred its manufacturing to a purpose built, world class facility at Tomago, just north of Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia. The site is licensed by Standards Australia and the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) and other relevant regulatory authorities. In March 2005, Whiteley Industries Pty Ltd changed its name to Whiteley Corporation Pty Ltd. This was a strategic decision aimed at better encapsulating both the medical and industrial divisions of the organisation.

1990s - 00s

In 2002, Whiteley Corporation launched Matrix® Biofilm Remover. Matrix® is a success story for the company as it was the first proven wet surface biofilm remover launched and the result of collaborative research with the University of Sydney. The ongoing research and commitment continues to support Matrix® reputation in the field.

2000s - 10s

Looking forward, Whiteley Corporation will continue to achieve high standards in manufacturing, distribution and technical support. Our business remains committed to innovation in technology and service. Creating better healthcare and industrial solutions as well as making a commitment to producing environmentally friendly products with the new EarthSmart range.

Today

Our Team

To deliver the best we employ the best. At Whiteley, you will find a broad cross-functional team who are all experts in their respective professional fields.

Our team work together to deliver the goals of the business and to meet the needs of our broad base of customers across numerous channels. Everyone at Whiteley is driven by a shared passion to protect lives and livelihoods.

At Whiteley, we have a team of dedicated scientists under the leadership of Dr Greg Whiteley. Their focus is on clinical research to drive innovation in the area of Infection Prevention, sterilants, and hygiene. Turning ground-breaking discoveries into commercial products requires the focused work of our Development Scientists, our Medical and Regulatory team and our Production and Quality Assurance teams.

Getting our products to market through our extensive network of distributors is led by our Sales and Marketing teams. With Whiteley, professional sales teams focused on Infection Prevention, Medical Device Reprocessing, and professional cleaning we have the needs of our customers firmly in focus.

Our marketing team ensure that our brands fully meet the needs of our customer base. They ensure that our brands are well known, easy to use and that the training and education needs of our diverse customer base are met.

Our production team produce most of our products at the Whiteley Campus in Tomago, in the Hunter Region of New South Wales. Here our team is comprised of manufacturers, packaging technologists, warehousing, and dispatch personnel. They are complemented by our friendly Customer Service team who help to maintain the Whiteley reputation of exceptional service and support.

And behind all of this, you will find the other heroes of our organisation including our finance and accounts team, procurement specialists and factory engineers who all look to the future and help deliver effective business operations.

Please get in touch with us and let our exceptional team help your business or facility to deliver exceptional quality outcomes.

Our Board of Directors

Dr Greg Whiteley

Executive Chairman

Phillip Morgan

Non Executive Director

Cassandra Mathews

Non Executive Director

John Stewart

Non Executive chairman

Darren Leyden

Managing Director

Locations

Whiteley has offices across Australia and New Zealand.

Our head office is located in North Sydney.

The Whiteley Manufacturing campus is in Tomago, in the Hunter Region of New South Wales.

Australia

Head Office

Suite 501, Level 5
12 Mount Street
North Sydney
NSW 2060 Australia

Manufacturing Facility

19-23 Laverick Avenue
Tomago, Newcastle
NSW 2322 Australia

New Zealand

Head Office

3-5 Kahu Street
Otahuhu 1640
Auckland
New Zealand

Quality Statement and Accreditations

Health Statement

Whiteley makes every effort to ensure that its products are always safe to use, however products can affect individuals differently and the company cannot predict individual responses. Therefore careful reading of the SDS is essential prior to first use.