Pharmacist - Associate Lead (Training and Education)

• Waikato Hospital, Pharmacy Services
• Permanent Contract
• Full time 40 hours per week

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

The Associate Lead Training and Education position is an excellent opportunity for an experienced pharmacist with a passion for training and education to step into a leadership role within the Pharmacy Service. Share your love of learning and your broad pharmacy skills with others. Clinically trained with plenty of hospital ward experience you will use your skills and experience to lead, mentor and coach others.

Provision of clinical pharmacy ward service is a key part of your role, to use as a basis for training others. Couple this with keeping training documents and processes up to date, the role is a great mix of hands on and office based.

This position is essential in driving excellence in pharmacy practice, supporting quality improvement initiatives, and mentoring the next generation of pharmacists. You will have a key role in coordinating students and act as a key liaison for tertiary education providers.

As a valued member of our Pharmacy Service team, you will receive comprehensive training and mentorship to support your professional growth. Enjoy funding for further studies, courses, and conferences, as well as full support for your APC and membership fees. We offer competitive remuneration, 5 weeks of annual leave after 5 years of service, and additional long service leave, ensuring a rewarding balance between your career and personal life.

The salary for this position will be based on experience and in line with the Te Whatu Ora PSA Allied, Public Health, Scientific & Technical Collective Agreement. Additional benefits include kiwisaver contributions (if eligible), professional development and wellness support.

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About the Service

The Te Whatu Ora Waikato Pharmacy Service provides essential pharmacy services to Waikato Hospital and rural hospitals, as well as tertiary advisory and support services to the Te Manawa Taki region. Our team is vital to the effective operation of healthcare, upholding the highest standards in pharmaceutical supply, medicines safety, and clinical services. With an outpatient pharmacy, a clinical trials service, and a compounding suite, we offer a diverse range of services that truly set us apart.

About you

Skills and experience youll need to be considered for the role:

• A current annual practising certificate with the Pharmacy Council of New Zealand.
• At least 5 years of post-registration pharmacy experience, with at least 2 - 3 years in a hospital or clinical setting.
• Post-graduate qualification in clinical pharmacy desirable.
• Evidence of advanced communication, training and mentoring skills.
• Current New Zealand drivers license.
• Competency with Te Ao Māori, tikanga, and Te Reo Māori, or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth
• Experience in upholding Te Tiriti principals and frameworks, and the application of Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click Apply online or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59 pm on 14 December 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Rachael Devey at

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.