Pharmacy Supervisor Grade 1 (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: WCD86/2026

Location: Swartland Hospital, Swartland Sub-district, West Coast District

REMUNERATION

Grade 1: R 1 041 402 - R 1 121 241 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.

STARTING DATE

7/31/2026 12:00:00 AM

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

2026/08/17 17:00:00

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

EXPERIENCE

A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience after registration as a Pharmacist with the South African Pharmacy Council.

ENQUIRIES

Dr J Brownbridge, tel. no. (022) 487-9200

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Management of Drug Supply and Prescribing habits in the hospital and sub-district. Manage, assess and monitor compliance wrt Good Pharmacy Practice, Ideal Clinic and National Core Standards. Take leadership in the hospital and sub-district to establish a value driven pharmacy service and implement policies and guidelines in keeping with the Batho Pele, SAPC, National Drug policy, National and Provincial standard treatment guidelines. Human Resource Management for all Pharmacy staff in hospital and support within the sub-district. Management of Finance and Supply Chain. Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives and support to Clinical Manager.

NOTE

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration as a Pharmacist with the South African Pharmacy Council.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Basic qualification accredited with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) that allows registration with SAPC as a Pharmacist.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Valid (code B/EB) drivers’ licence. Willingness to register as a Responsible Pharmacist. Willingness to supervise, tutor and train students and staff.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Knowledge of National and Provincial Health Policies as well as the Acts and Laws that govern the practice of Pharmacy. Ability to cope with pressure and maintain a high standard of professionalism. Good verbal, as well as written communication skills. Sound Management, communication and conflict handling skills. Computer skills (MS Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.