Pharmacist Assistant Grade 1 to 3 (Post Basic) (Warehousing)
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About the role
The Department of Health and Wellness (Western Cape) is hiring a Pharmacist Assistant Grade 1 to 3 (Post Basic) (Warehousing) in Emergency and Clinical Services Support, based in Cape Medical Depot. This is a permanent post, paying R275,340 a year. How to apply: Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”). Closing date: 23 October 2026, 17:00 PM Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates will be subjected to a written/practical and oral assessment. Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment, on condition that proof of application for registration with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status)”.
Responsibilities
- Helpdesk oversight and management.
- Customer Care, Supplier, Courier - Query Management.
- Inventory Management and Warehouse Support.
- General administration, Assistance, legal requirements, staff development.
Requirements
- Minimum educational qualification: As required by the training facility and the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) plus Post-Basic Pharmacist Assistant qualification that allows registration with SAPC as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) Warehousing.
- Registration with a professional council: Current registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist Assistant Post Basic or Pharmacist Assistant Post Basic (Warehousing).
- Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the SAPC as Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic).
- Grade 2: at least 5 years appropriate experience as Pharmacist Assistant after registration as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) with the SAPC.
- Grade 3: at least 13 years appropriate experience as Pharmacist Assistant after registration as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) with the SAPC.
- Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to work overtime when required.
- Competencies (knowledge/skills):
- Knowledge and/or experience in handling pharmaceutical supplies particularly in a warehouse environment, including Cold Chain Practices
- Knowledge of Drug Supply Management Principles
- Good knowledge of wholesale warehouse practices and procedures
- Good literacy and numeric skills
- The ability to work in a warehouse type situation and have the physical dexterity
- Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams)
- Ability to lift heavy objects and operate heavy machinerystackers, pallet jacks, Hyster
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team
- Ability to comply with applicable legislation
- Ability to work accurately under pressure and maintain a high work ethic