Pharmacy Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Staff discounts across brands

Ongoing training and development

Free flu vaccinations

Access to EAP and support services

Job summary

Chemist Warehouse Springlands is looking for a motivated Full-Time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team in Blenheim. You will help customers, replenish stock, and process sales at the POS as part of a busy, supportive store environment.

We value teamwork, customer service, and attention to detail, with ongoing training and development. A weekend shift is required, and you will be part of a growing NZ-owned network focused on accessible healthcare.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service and handling queries.
• Familiarity with pharmacy products and stock control.
• Willingness to learn and grow with the business.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with general queries.
• Replenish stock and manage inventory levels.
• Process purchases at the point-of-sale system.
• Set up product displays for promotions.
• Availability to work at least one weekend day.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Attention to detail

Pharmacy product knowledge

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Education

S2 & S3 trained

Certificate I-III in Community Pharmacy

Tools

Point-of-Sale system

Job description

About Chemist Warehouse NZ

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.

What's in it for you?

• 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 Springlands 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
• Availability to work at least one weekend day

Skills

• Ability to work well in a team and autonomously
• Dedicated work ethic
• Excellent customer service
• 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.