Your chance to start a pharmacy career is here. Dis-Chem Dispensary Support opportunities are now open across South Africa. You have until June 2026 to apply, but some stores close as early as 4 June. If you have just finished matric and you want to work in healthcare, this contract role gives you a clear path to become a registered basic pharmacist assistant.
What Is This Opportunity?
This is a contract job at Dis-Chem pharmacies. You will work in the dispensary while you study to become a learner basic pharmacist assistant. You will register with the South African Pharmacy Council.
You will work under a qualified pharmacist. They will teach you how to handle medicine safely. You will learn by doing real work every day. This suits people who want to enter pharmacy but need structured workplace exposure first.
Where Can You Apply?
Dis-Chem needs people at these stores. Each store has its own closing date. Apply early.
- Ballito Lifestyle (Ethekwini, KwaZulu-Natal) – closes 12 June 2026
- Springfield (Durban, KwaZulu-Natal) – closes 12 June 2026
- Boskruin (Randburg, Gauteng) – closes 4 June 2026
- Bredell (Kempton Park, Gauteng) – closes 20 June 2026
- Clearwater (Roodepoort, Gauteng) – closes 9 June 2026
- Fourways (Sandton, Gauteng) – closes 11 June 2026
- Mall of Africa (Midrand, Gauteng) – closes 13 June 2026
- Mall@55 (Centurion, Gauteng) – closes 18 June 2026
- Northgate (Randburg, Gauteng) – closes 20 June 2026
- Potchefstroom (North West) – closes 27 June 2026
Check the date carefully. Some stores close earlier than others.
Who Can Apply?
You can apply if you meet these requirements:
- You have a Grade 12 certificate (Matric)
- You got at least 50% for Pure Mathematics
- You studied Life Science or Physical Science (or both)
- Your overall average is at least 50%
- You are a South African citizen
- You can pass a criminal and credit check (MIE screening)
Many applicants worry that they need experience. You do not need pharmacy experience for this role. You need the right school subjects and a willingness to learn.
What Will You Do?
You will support the pharmacist every day. Your work helps patients get the right medicine safely.
Your duties include:
- Selling Schedule 1 medicines under supervision
- Preparing non-sterile medicine with the pharmacist watching
- Unpacking stock and arranging shelves
- Reading prescriptions correctly
- Picking, packing, and labelling medicine
- Checking expiry dates and stock levels
- Calling patients when needed
- Answering phone calls from patients
- Reporting stock that is running low or missing
- Receiving new stock following company rules
You must pay attention to small details. Mistakes in pharmacy can hurt people. You must work carefully and follow instructions exactly.
What Skills Do You Need?
You do not need work experience, but you need these skills:
- You can speak English and another language
- You manage your time well
- You stay calm when the store is busy
- You meet deadlines
- You notice small details
- You communicate clearly
- You listen carefully
- You treat customers with respect
- You solve problems
- You work well in a team
- You handle conflict calmly
- You take responsibility for your work
- You act professionally
- You are honest and trustworthy
- You can use computers and work with numbers
If you have worked in retail before, this helps. If you know Unisolv, SAP, or E-Scripting, mention this in your application. It is not required, but it strengthens your CV.
What Will You Gain?
This is an entry-level contract. The pay is market-related for this level.
You will gain:
- Real workplace experience in a pharmacy
- Registration as a learner basic assistant with the Pharmacy Council
- A chance to qualify for permanent work once you are registered
- Skills in patient service, stock control, and medicine handling
- Mentorship from qualified pharmacists
How to Apply
You must apply online through the official Dis-Chem careers portal for your chosen store. Do not pay anyone to apply. Dis-Chem does not charge application fees.
Before you apply, check your CV. Make sure it includes:
- Your Grade 12 results
- Your Pure Mathematics mark (show it clearly)
- Your Life Science and/or Physical Science marks
- Your current phone number and email
- Where you live now
- Any customer service or retail work you have done
- Your computer skills
- Any work you have done with stock or healthcare
Apply only to the store you can reach easily. You need to arrive on time for work.
Tips to Help You Succeed
Many candidates apply for these roles. The competition is strong. Here is how to stand out:
Put your marks at the top of your CV. Do not hide your Pure Mathematics and Science marks at the bottom. Recruiters check these first. Make it easy for them to see you qualify.
Check your spelling. Pharmacy work requires accuracy. If your CV has spelling errors, recruiters may think you are not careful.
Be honest about your location. If you live far from the store, explain how you will get to work. Transport problems are a common reason people lose jobs.
Prepare for screening. Dis-Chem will check your criminal record and credit history. If you have any issues, be honest when asked.
What Happens Next?
If you get the job, you will sign a contract. You will start as a dispensary support worker. You will study and work at the same time. Once you complete your training and register with the Pharmacy Council, you can apply for permanent positions.
This is your first step into pharmacy. Take it seriously. Show up on time. Listen to your supervisor. Ask questions when you do not understand.
Choose the store closest to you. Prepare your CV now. Submit before the closing date. Your pharmacy career starts with this one application.