NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The role:
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our friendly warehouse team at NHSGGC Pharmacy Distribution Centre (PDC) and work in a fast-paced, dynamic, and automated environment at the heart of NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde's Pharmacy Services.
The PDC is a modern, high-volume, and state-of-the-art facility responsible for the procurement and distribution of all medicines and vaccines across hospitals, clinics, and community pharmacies in the region including Argyll & Bute in NHS Highland.
Your role will be to ensure the seamless and compliant supply of pharmaceutical products from our network of suppliers in line with NHSGGC Standing Financial Instructions
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
- Location based in Pharmacy Distribution Centre
- Full-time (37 hours per week) positions available
- The shift pattern for this post is 10-6 4 days & 1 day 10-5.30pm TBC (Monday to Friday)
Key responsibilities:
- Work collaboratively within a team under supervision, adhering to departmental standard operating procedures and NHSGGC policies.
- Supply medicines to wards, theatres, departments, community areas, GP surgeries, Prisons, Police Custody, Highland and Island locations, and patient homes, including via automated cabinets.
- Utilise computer systems and equipment necessary for service delivery, following a comprehensive training programme and validated induction process.
- Respond promptly to requests for medicines and support technical tasks, ensuring timely provision to wards and departments.
- Receive goods into the department, update the stock management system, and comply with SOPs, Good Distribution Practice (GDP), and the Falsified Medicine Directive (FMD).
- Participate in the control of departmental stock, including ambient, controlled drugs, high-cost items, fridge lines, ULMs, and vaccines, ensuring documentation is completed and stored correctly.
- Contribute to the delivery of a high-quality service, maintaining the integrity of medicinal products throughout storage and transportation within the legal supply chain.
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
- A general level of education and basic numeracy and literacy skills demonstrated by 3 Standard Grade Qualifications or equivalent, must include English and Maths.
- Basic IT skills
- Commitment to working towards achievement of relevant SVQ qualifications and participate in ongoing training and development.
- Experience of training staff.
- Experience of supervising staff.
- Experience of working in a healthcare or similar environment.
- Experience of stock management.
- A keen eye for detail and a commitment to upholding quality and safety standards
- Team players who are able to work under supervision and follow established procedures.
- Motivated candidates eager to learn new skills through our comprehensive induction and training programme.
What we offer:
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
- A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
- Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
- Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact:
Stephen Glackin, PharmacyTechnician Specialist Automation & Logistics, On 0141 347 8998 or email stephen.glackin@nhs.scot
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible. Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.
From 1 April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will reduce from 37 hours to 36 hours. Part-time working hours will be reduced on a pro-rata basis. A corresponding increase in the hourly rate will apply, ensuring that overall pay remains unchanged.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
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