Trainee Supervisor | Wellington APPLY NOW

Wellington
31 Jan 2026
Full time

Essential Health Pharmacy - Bergrivier is recruiting for a Trainee Supervisor. The main purpose of this role is to enhance shopper experience and to function as the liaison between management and customers. In your role you will assist the Retail Manager in managing the day-to-day optimal functioning of the store / operations and allocate responsibilities to personnel and motivate them to reach their maximum capacity.

Minimum Requirement - Essential:

  • Grade 12 | Matric with Math 50% | Math Lit 60% | Languages 50%
  • Minimum of 1 year in a supervisory role with the relevant work experience
  • Sound numerical skills
  • Computer literate – MS Office
  • Willing and able to work retail hours

Advantageous:

  • 2-year supervisory experience

 Job Specification:

  • Assist in the day-to-day running of the store to ensure smooth operations
  • Help manage queue flow at till points and support cashiers when needed
  • Monitor basic cash handling processes, including checking floats and reporting any shorts or overs
  • Support stock control by helping with receiving, returns, and regular stock checks
  • Maintain neat and attractive product displays and ensure shelves are well stocked
  • Provide friendly, helpful service to customers and refer complaints to the manager when necessary
  • Guide and motivate team members during shifts to ensure tasks are completed efficiently
  • Assist with basic staff training and help create a positive, team-focused work environment

Abilities and skills:

Communication | Customer service orientated, teamwork, integrity, Accuracy and attention to detail, numeracy, Literacy, Computer Literate, Well presented, Willing and able to work retail hours. Valid driver’s license and reliable transport.

Please apply below, alternatively you can e-mail your CV to vacancies@essentialhealth.co.za with the job title in the subject line, marked for Marthina's attention.

Kindly note only applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted.

We are committed to the principles of Employment Equity.

If you have not been contacted within 2 (two) weeks please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

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