Pharmacy Assistant

Chemist Warehouse; Ashburton; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Staff discounts

Training and development

Free flu vaccinations

EAP access

Job summary

Chemist Warehouse Ashburton is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a Full-Time Pharmacy Assistant. You will assist customers with queries, replenish stock, and process purchases via our POS system.

Benefits include flexible hours, staff discounts, ongoing training, and opportunities for career growth within a fast-growing pharmacy group in New Zealand.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service in a retail setting.
• Knowledge of pharmacy products is advantageous.
• Attention to detail and accuracy is essential.
• Ability to work in a team and autonomously when needed.

Responsibilities

• Assisting customers with general queries.
• Replenishing stock and maintaining inventory levels.
• Processing purchases through the Point-of-Sale system.
• Setting up displays for catalogue promotions.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Pharmacy product knowledge

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Certificates I - III in Community Pharmacy

S2 & S3 trained applicants highly regarded

Job description

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Established in New Zealand in 2017, Chemist Warehouse has rapidly grown to over 70 stores and continues to expand. We take great pride in being innovative, competitive, and responsive to the evolving needs of our marketplace. As a proudly New Zealand-owned and operated business, we are committed to making healthcare more accessible to all. Our mission is simple but powerful - to break down all barriers to medication and healthcare access, so that our communities can live happier and healthier lives.

• - Flexible working hours and competitive hourly rates
• - Friendly and supportive team environment
• - Discounts across all of our brands!
• - Ongoing training and professional development
• - Free flu vaccinations
• - Access to EAP and support services

The Opportunity

Chemist Warehouse Ashburton is seeking a motivated and passionate individual to join our team as a Full-Time Pharmacy Assistant!

Job Responsibilities

Assisting customers with general queries

Replenishing stock and maintaining inventory levels

Serving customers and processing purchases through our Point-of-Sale system

Setting up displays for catalogue promotions

Skills

Ability to work well in a team and autonomously

Dedicated work ethic

Eye for detail and accuracy

Knowledge of Pharmacy products

Strong communication skills between all stakeholders

Willingness to learn and grow with the business

Certifications

S2 & S3 trained applicants highly regarded

Certificates I - III in Community Pharmacy highly regarded

Physical Requirements

Repeat the same movements

Stand for long periods of time

Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls

Why Work With Us?

At Chemist Warehouse, we’re proud of our culture and mission to make healthcare more accessible. Join our fast-growing team and enjoy competitive pay, generous staff discounts, fun work events, and a supportive, customer-focused environment. We offer ongoing training and plenty of opportunities for career growth. If you value innovation, dedication, and making a difference in the community, we’d love to hear from you.

The successful applicant will be required to meet a satisfactory National Criminal History Check outcome.