Pharmacy Technician – multiple positions!

Mater Pharmacy is seeking applications for Pharmacy Technicians to join us in a permanent full-time or part-time role.

Based predominantly at our Springfield campus these roles will be part of a landmark moment in Queensland healthcare at Mater Hospital Springfield opening early 2026. As Maters first new public hospital in over 60 years this state of the art facility will meet the needs of the growing Greater Springfield region. With 174 public beds ICU maternity emergency and surgical services its set to care for over 200000 patients annually.

Mater Pharmacy will provide a clinical service to all inpatient areas and outpatient clinics as well as serving the local communitys health needs so this represents a fantastic opportunity to make a positive contribution to the health and wellbeing of this community and to contribute to a strong unified inter-professional Clinical Services team at Mater.

Salary range: $34.87 - $36.55 per hour (OO3) plus superannuation andaccess to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15900access to many staff benefits!

What youll be doing

As a Pharmacy Technician at Mater you will play a vital role in supporting the safe and efficient delivery of pharmacy services. Working under the supervision of a pharmacist and senior technician youll assist with dispensing stock management and customer service to ensure high-quality care and optimal outcomes for all patients.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting pharmacists in delivering safe effective and high-quality pharmacy services
• Dispensing and assembling medications accurately and efficiently and ensuring medications are available in a timely manner in the right location
• Providing responsive customer-focused service to patients and clinical staff
• Monitoring and maintaining stock levels and performing stock control duties
• Ensuring compliance with pharmacy policies procedures and legislation
• Participating in quality and service improvement activities
• Contributing to a clean organised and safe work environment

This is a rotational position work across various roles including dispensary outpatient services and imprest medication supply. Specific duties will include but are not limited to:

• Dispensing assembling and delivering medications
• Customer service and taking payments from patients collecting medications
• Assisting to monitor and maintain appropriate stock levels in the pharmacy
• Cold chain management of refrigerated and frozen medications
• Answering phone calls from both internal and external customers and patients
• Various operational and administrative tasks including prescription management and billing
• Scheduled restocking of imprest medication to expected levels in a variety of clinical and procedural areas - receiving picking delivering and putting away stock in a timely and accurate manner
• Management of expiry dates stock rotation and product availability
• Handling packages up to 12kg

These roles will be based primarily at Springfield with some positions being rotational between Springfield and South Brisbane and/or Redland in order to meet operational needs. All roles will have the opportunity to also work at our tertiary referral and private hospitals at South Brisbane and/or Redland for training and development. You will also engage with and be supported by all other Mater Pharmacy teams including Inventory Management Clinical Trials Medicines Information Community Services and the Production Unit.

About you

You are an organised and motivated person with a passion for delivering safe efficient and high-quality pharmacy support. You take pride in your attention to detail communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a busy healthcare environment. You demonstrate reliability integrity and a genuine commitment to providing excellent service to patients carers and clinical teams.

You will have:

• Commenced or completed a Certificate II or III in Hospital or Community Pharmacy or equivalent qualification (those who are willing to commence the course will also be considered)
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in all tasks
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Alignment with Maters Mission Vision and Values

Other highly desirable traits:

• Previous experience in a pharmacy hospital or healthcare setting
• Proficiency in stock control and medication dispensing processes
• The flexibility to work additional shifts including some weekends and public holidays
• The ability to work at all Mater Hospital locations including South Brisbane Redland and Springfield

Why join us

Mater is Queenslands largest not-for-profit healthcare provider delivering exceptional care to nearly 700000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. Were leaders in healthcare education fundraising & philanthropy and research and its our people who make the difference.

Were looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater youll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation compassion and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining retail travel accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queenslands Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

For more information regarding the role please contact Pharmacy Administration on.

Applications close on Wednesday 25 February 2026. Please note we may contact applicants prior to the closing date please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

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