Want to work with us?
Please see below for details of our current vacancies:
If you don't see the job for you below, but you want to work with us - please get in touch anyway - as a growing pharmacy going places, we often are adding to our team, and if you like what we do, let's kōrero! Email gemma@sanderspharmacy.co.nz
Why Sanders Pharmacy?:
Location, Location, Location: Nestled just 25 minutes from Hamilton, our spot is perfect for those who crave a mix of rural charm and city buzz. Our staff live in Te Awamutu, Hamilton, Cambridge, and further afield. We are located beside Mahoe Medical Centre and love working closely with our colleagues next door, and in our wider community.
Team Vibes: Say hello to our crew of passionate pharmacists, amazing technicians, and super friendly pharmacy assistants. We're all about supporting each other and having a blast while we're at it.
Not Your Usual: We like doing things differently – from our collaborations with our large medical centre next door to new services, our beautiful store and team approach, you’ll feel the difference at Sanders – no cookie cutter pharmacy here!
Leading From The Front: Our pharmacists are involved with research projects, the Pharmaceutical Society, Pharmacy Council, Prescription Access Initiative, and Ngā Kaitiaki o te Puna Rongoā. We’re here for the future of pharmacy.
Flexibility Plus: As a 7 day a week Pharmacy, the work environment is dynamic and changing. We have a range of roles available to cover our opening hours.
1️⃣ Pharmacist – Full-Time or Part-Time
A role with impact, variety, and real opportunity
We’re looking for a forward-thinking Pharmacist who’s organised, collaborative, and ready to step into something more than the usual. This role offers the chance to work across both our award-winning community pharmacy and a new service that’s engaging, systems-focused, and designed to support patients in a different way.
You’ll be part of a highly skilled team of pharmacists and technicians, working in a supportive environment where ideas are welcomed and career development is encouraged.
This could suit you if you:
Love well-run systems and quality care
Want meaningful work that makes a difference
Enjoy a team that shares ideas and lifts each other up
Like variety and are open to a new challenge
💬 Flexible hours
📍 Te Awamutu location
📚 Support for training and professional development
🧠 Involvement in both patient-facing and service-based pharmacy
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit, have an Annual Practising Certificate and PDA membership.
📧 Apply by emailing your CV and cover letter to Gemma: gemma@sanderspharmacy.co.nz
2️⃣ Dispensary Technician – Full-Time or Part-Time
For the technician who likes being organised — and part of something a bit different
We’re on the hunt for an experienced, motivated Dispensary Technician to join our team as we expand into a new area of pharmacy service. You’ll work across both our busy community pharmacy and a new service that’s structured, collaborative, and deeply rewarding.
You’ll be a great fit if you love having systems that make your work easier, enjoy variety, and care about making a difference to people who truly benefit from great pharmacy support.
You’ll enjoy this role if you:
Are a qualified NZ dispensary technician
Appreciate a tidy, efficient workflow
Like helping develop processes that work well for the whole team
Want a mix of traditional dispensing and something a little different
💬 Flexible work arrangements
📍 Te Awamutu location
👥 Friendly, well-supported team
📚 Training available if you’re new to parts of the role
📧 To apply, send your CV and a short cover letter to: gemma@sanderspharmacy.co.nz
3️⃣ Pharmacy Accuracy Checking Technician (PACT)
High-trust, high-impact work in a pharmacy that’s always looking forward
We’re looking for a qualified Pharmacy Accuracy Checking Technician to support our growing team. This role offers something a little different — a mix of traditional community pharmacy work and an exciting new service where your attention to detail and confidence in your scope will truly shine.
We’re building a new model of service, and we need a PACT who’s organised, dependable, and open to trying new ways of working.
This role will appeal if you:
Are already certified as a PACT (or are close to qualifying)
Like working in a team where your accuracy and reliability are valued
Are excited by the idea of doing pharmacy a little differently
Enjoy meaningful, patient-centred work
📍 Based in Te Awamutu
🧠 Support from a large, skilled pharmacy team
💬 Opportunity to work across different areas
📚 Ongoing learning and support encouraged
📧 Apply now by emailing Gemma with your CV and a short cover letter: gemma@sanderspharmacy.co.nz
Dispensary Tech. 2025
About the Us and the Role:
Sanders Pharmacy in Te Awamutu, Waikato, is seeking a reliable and cheerful Dispensary Technician to join our dynamic, fun-loving team in our award-winning progressive pharmacy.
Since 1953, our team have been trusted Pharmacy experts. Our pharmacy is located next to a busy extended
hours medical centre who we love working closely with. We serve a wide range of patients with prescriptions, health advice and medical queries. Empowering and educating patients is at the heart of what we do, and our team are not afraid to be innovative or use technology to achieve this. You will share in this vision and be solution orientated working with the team - 8 pharmacists, 9 technicians, 4 retail staff - to bring it to reality.
As a 7 day a week Pharmacy, the work environment is dynamic and changing. Our team work hard for our
customers and have fun while doing it. We are also known to take time out to celebrate our successes as a
team during meetings or we head away from site for some fun.
This full-time role plays a vital part in providing excellent patient care and support to our pharmacists. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent customer service skills and a genuine passion for community pharmacy.
What you'll be doing
Preparing and dispensing prescription medications in an accurate and timely manner
Maintaining detailed patient records and ensuring the secure storage of medicines
Assisting pharmacists with medication reviews and providing advice to patients
Ordering and restocking pharmaceutical supplies
Adhering to all relevant health and safety regulations
Providing exceptional customer service to our patients
What we're looking for
New Zealand qualified dispensary technician, level 4 or 5.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to provide empathetic patient care
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail to ensure accurate dispensing
Competent in the use of pharmacy management software and other IT systems
Enthusiasm for continuing professional development and keeping up to date
Availability to work some weekends
Able to work 8-hour days
What we offer
At Sanders Pharmacy, we are committed to providing a supportive and collaborative work environment that allows our team to thrive. We offer a competitive salary, ongoing training and development opportunities, and a range of employee benefits, including discounted pharmacy products and flexible working arrangements.
If you're passionate about making a difference in people's lives, we want to hear from you.
Email lisa@sanderspharmacy.co.nz to apply
