SCHN – SCH – Lead Pharmacy Technician – Automation and Robotics - REQ612618
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- REQ612618 Requisition #
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- 1 day ago Post Date
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Pharmacy Tech Gde 3
Remuneration: 83984.54 - 86776.61 - Full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ612618
Location: Randwick
Applications Close: Midnight 16 October 2025
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.
What you'll be doing
The Lead Pharmacy Technician – Automation and Distribution will lead the implementation, configuration and ongoing management of Automated Dispensing Cabinets (ADCs) and Robotics at Sydney Children’s Hospital Randwick.
This position will lead the implementation of ADCs and robotics in areas identified to require them. The person will also be involved in the day to day management of pharmacy related activities for the ADCs and robotic systems to ensure they are fit for purpose in a paediatic hospital setting. This includes providing user support, perform troubleshooting activities, optimising functionality based on analysis of usage and reports and action activities to ensure continued functionality of these systems.
Sydney Children’s Hospital is undergoing a once in a lifetime redevelopment, and we are looking for Lead PharmacyTechnician - Automation and Robotics to join us as we move into our brand-new, purpose-built pharmacy in November 2025.
The new Pharmacy will feature automation in patient care areas to streamline inventory management and a central pharmacy equipped with a robotic dispensing system. The pharmacy has aseptic, cytotoxic, and gene therapy suites, along with specialised non-sterile compounding facilities to support tailored formulations.
SCH Pharmacy are recruiting a Full time technician with interest and experience in robotics, automation, informatics and digital health.
Please include a cover letter in your application.
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
- Certificate IV in Hospital Health Pharmacy Support, or equivalent. Experience in hospital pharmacy including paediatrics and/or emergency medicine.
- Extensive experience in inventory management of pharmaceuticals in a complex hospital setting with a strong preference for paediatrics.
- Experience in education, training, evaluation and monitoring of the introduction of new technology and processes in hospital pharmacy.
- Experience with information technology and familiarity with the use of pharmacy software eg dispensing systems, electronic prescribing and medical record systems including training of pharmacy and multidisciplinary staff.
Ability to understand, interpret, instruct others and adhere to legislative framework including the changing landscape of medication handling with the introduction of automation and robotics.
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:- A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
- Answers to the selection criteria in the Position Description
Additional Benefits (for eligible employees)
- Salary packaging for tax savings
- Meal entertainment savings
- Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fitness Passport
- Flexible Work Practice Opportunities
Need more information?
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
- Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network
- Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.
Further Contacts and Support
For role related queries or questions contact Felicity Wright on felicity.wright@health.nsw.gov.au
We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact the customer services team on 1300 679 367.
Child Safe Standards
SCHN is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information
Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria Position Description. Please ensure that you review this document to understand the full requirements of the role.
NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.
Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2024_15 for more detail.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children’s Guardian Website
For roles that require formal qualifications, please note that overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or the relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes.
Eligibility List
An eligibility list may be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
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