Pharmacy Assistant

JobSpace; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Friendly team environment

Staff discounts across brands

Ongoing training and development

Free flu vaccinations

EAP and support services

Job summary

Chemist Warehouse Rototuna is looking for a motivated Full-Time Pharmacy Assistant to support daily operations in a fast-paced pharmacy environment.

You will assist customers, stock shelves, process sales through our POS system, and help set up promotional displays to maximise sales and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience in a retail/pharmacy setting is desirable.
• Accurate handling of transactions and inventory checks.
• Familiarity with pharmacy products and promotions.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with queries and product information.
• Replenish stock and maintain inventory levels.
• Process purchases through the Point-of-Sale system.
• Set up displays for catalogue and promotional promotions.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Pharmacy knowledge

Strong communication

Willingness to learn

Education

Certificate I-III in Community Pharmacy

S2 & S3 training

Job description

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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 Rototuna 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.