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Pharmacist Assistant Grade 1 to 3 (Post Basic) (Warehousing)
Chief Directorate: Emergency and Clinical Services Support
Closes Friday 23 October 2026 at 17:00
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Warehouse post for a registered Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) at the Oudtshoorn Medical Depot. Handles receiving, storing, and sending out pharmaceutical stock to health facilities.
- The job is Pharmacist Assistant Grade 1 to 3 (Post-Basic, Warehousing) in the Chief Directorate: Emergency and Clinical Services Support.
- Salary ranges from R275 340 (Grade 1) to R343 761 (Grade 3) per year.
- You must be registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) or Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) (Warehousing).
- Grade 2 needs at least 5 years and Grade 3 needs at least 13 years of experience as a Pharmacist Assistant after SAPC registration. Grade 1 needs no experience after registration.
- Duties include receiving and storing medicines from suppliers, controlling stock, issuing stock to health facilities, and packing and distributing orders. You must be able to lift heavy boxes and use stackers and pallet jacks.
- The post is based at the Oudtshoorn Medical Depot. The text does not state a closing date. Enquiries: Ms. C Buthelezi, (021) 483-8804. No payment is needed to apply.
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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:
- A minimum of 5 years appropriate experience as Pharmacist Assistant after registration as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) with the SAPC.
- Grade 3:
- A minimum of 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.
- Able to pick up and move large/heavy boxes.
- 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 machinery- stackers, pallet jacks.
- 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.
Duties
- Assist with the receiving and storage of pharmaceutical products from suppliers.
- Assist with the control of pharmaceutical stock.
- Assist with the Issuing of stock against orders from health facilities within the scope of practice of a Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant.
- Assist with the efficient and secure packaging of pharmaceutical products for delivery.
- Assist with the effective control and distribution of completed pharmaceutical orders to facilities.
- Compliance with good pharmacy practice and good warehouse practice.
- Support and assist the Pharmacy Supervisor with collating statistics.
How to apply
Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).
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Enquiries
Ms. C Buthelezi Tel No: (021) 483-8804
Notes from the department
- 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).
As printed in Circular 36 of 2026 · page 288 · open the PDF
POST 36/362: PHARMACIST ASSISTANT GRADE 1 TO 3 (POST BASIC) (WAREHOUSING) Chief Directorate: Emergency and Clinical Services Support SALARY: Grade 1: R275 340 per annum Grade 2: R318 666 per annum Grade 3: R343 761 per annum CENTRE: Oudtshoorn Medical Depot 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: A minimum of 5 years appropriate experience as Pharmacist Assistant after registration as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) with the SAPC. Grade 3: A minimum of 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. Able to pick up and move large/heavy boxes. 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 machinery- stackers, pallet jacks. 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. DUTIES: Assist with the receiving and storage of pharmaceutical products from suppliers. Assist with the control of pharmaceutical stock. Assist with the Issuing of stock against orders from health facilities within the scope of practice of a Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant. Assist with the efficient and secure packaging of pharmaceutical products for delivery. Assist with the effective control and distribution of completed pharmaceutical orders to facilities. Compliance with good pharmacy practice and good warehouse practice. Support and assist the Pharmacy Supervisor with collating statistics. ENQUIRIES: Ms. C Buthelezi Tel No: (021) 483-8804 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).