Pharmacy Assistant

Chemist Warehouse; Otago; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Staff discounts

Free flu vaccinations

Training and development

EAP access

Job summary

Chemist Warehouse NZ is seeking a motivated Full-Time Pharmacy Assistant for the Queenstown Town Centre. You will help customers, manage stock, and process sales using our POS system while maintaining high standards of service.

Join a friendly team with opportunities for training, development, and ongoing support. The role requires dedication, reliability, and a patient, detail-focused approach to healthcare products.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience in a retail or pharmacy setting.
• Ability to work as part of a team and autonomously when needed.
• Knowledge of pharmacy products and related safety practices.
• Strong communication and attention to detail for accurate transactions.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with general queries and guide them to appropriate services.
• Replenish stock and maintain inventory levels across the store.
• Serve customers and process purchases through the Point-of-Sale system accurately.
• Set up displays for catalogue promotions and ensure merchandising is up to standards.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Pharmacy product knowledge

Communication

Willingness to learn

Reliability

Education

S2 & S3 trained applicants highly regarded

Certificates I - III in Community Pharmacy highly regarded

Tools

POS 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.

• - 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 Queenstown Town Centre 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
• 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.