SHE Advisor

At Metcash, you’re part of something bigger. We’ve got the heart of a small business with the strength and support of a big business. 

When you join Metcash, your work makes a real difference to independent businesses and local communities, empowering you to: 

• Grow your career with tailored development programs 

• Thrive your way with flexible work options 

• Make your mark in a high-performing, values-led team 

About the Opportunity

 The SHE Adviser, QLD – Food & Liquor role is responsible for supporting the Food & Liquor business pillar within the Metcash Group in relation to its Distribution Centres, processing, retail and wholesale operations in QLD. The overarching purpose of the role is to support sites to embed the Metcash SHE Management System and continuously improve SHE culture, governance, compliance and performance across all of its workplaces in QLD.

In this Role

Leadership, Responsibility & Planning:

• Assist the State SHE Manager, site leaders and key stakeholders to implement strategies & initiatives across sites as required.
• Coordinate the continuous improvement of site SHE compliance frameworks, including but not limited to the Site SHE Management Plan, Traffic Management Plan, Chemical Registers, Site Activity Planners etc.
• Utilise current skills & knowledge to coach and develop site leaders in activities such as SHE engagements, critical risk reviews, incident investigation and general safety health and environment matters.

Proactive Risk Management & Implementation:

• Work with site teams to regularly review the Site Risk Register’s hazards and controls against Codes of Practice, Standards, legislative requirements and Metcash’s internal requirements.
• Develop and oversee progress of a prioritized plan of initiatives to reduce risk.
• In consultation with the operations team and SHE team, develop or contribute to risk assessments as required.
• Promote proactive site activities that support risk reduction such as hazard reporting and management of change processes.
• Through site walks/observations, monitor adherence to site rules and policies relating to SHE to assist with injury and incident reduction.

Communication, Engagement & Competency:

• Promote early notification, investigation & documentation of all incidents.
• Sharing SHE information with team members.
• Support the establishment of and guidance with Consultative Arrangements and Participate in site SHE meetings where required and other communication forums.
• Facilitating SHE promotion / programs alignment with local, State, and national events.

You’re Likely a Match If 

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Safety, Health and Environment support role.
• Multi-Site Operations
• Working with Operational Teams – Site Management, Supervisors and team

Qualifications

• Certificate IV or tertiary qualification in WHS
• ICAM Investigation (Desirable)
• Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (desirable)

Technical Skills / Knowledge

• Sound understanding of a warehouse/retail environment
• Hands on Approach
• High attention to detail
• Strong organisational & time management skills
• Strong problem solving & decision-making skills
• Ability to build strong relationships and Influence stakeholders
• Skills in Microsoft Office Suite of programs
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Innovative thinking

What’s on offer 

We’re proud to offer a workplace that supports your well-being, growth, and belonging: 

🏖️ Extra Leave: Enjoy a 5th week of annual leave, 2 well-being days, plus 1 volunteer day annually 

📚 Career Growth: Endless learning and development opportunities 

👶 Parental Leave: 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid leave for primary carers 

🌈 Inclusive Culture: Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion 

⚖️ Neutral Pay Gap: Gender pay gap under 5% (WGEA 2024–2025)  

🧠 Mental Health: Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia 

🏡 Flexibility: Flex Ready and Family Friendly Workplace accredited 

About Us  

Join us and be part of something bigger! 

Metcash is Australia’s leading wholesale distribution company, with $19.5 billion in sales (FY25) and a proud spot in the ASX Top 125. 

We believe in the power of independent, family-owned businesses to shape vibrant communities. Through our food, liquor, and hardware pillars, we help retailers become the ‘Best Store in Their Town’ by providing merchandising, operational and marketing support.  

We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability — and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including First Nations. If you need support during the application process, just let us know. Your privacy and dignity are always respected. 

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