SHE Manager QLD

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
As the SHE Manager, QLD – Food & Liquor, you’ll lead the Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) function supporting our Food & Liquor business pillar across Queensland. You’ll drive a positive SHE culture, robust governance, compliance, and improved performance in our offices, distribution centres, warehouses, and retail stores. This role is pivotal in executing and continuously improving SHE strategy, management systems, and stakeholder engagement.
 
In This Role, You Will:
•    Guide and coach QLD Food & Liquor site leaders to implement SHE strategies and initiatives.
•    Maintain and improve SHE Management System documentation and site-specific plans.
•    Conduct and support SHE compliance audits, driving continuous improvement.
•    Facilitate risk assessments and promote proactive risk reduction activities.
•    Oversee incident and injury management, ensuring robust investigations and sharing learnings.
•    Collaborate on emergency response planning and injury management for sites.
•    Support SHE due diligence for acquisitions and alignment of new businesses.
•    Build strong relationships with leadership teams, influencing SHE culture and performance.
 
You’re Likely a Match If You Have:
•    Proven ability to build capability and safety leadership with line management.
•    Tertiary qualifications in SHE or a related discipline (legal/sciences).
•    Strong understanding of Australian and New Zealand SHE legislation.
•    ICAM investigation training/certification.
•    Experience in warehouse or retail environments.
•    Minimum 5 years’ experience in a SHE support role.
•    Excellent relationship-building, communication, and analytical skills.
•    Pragmatic, collaborative, and proactive personal style
 
What’s On Offer
We’re proud to offer a workplace that supports your well-being, growth, and belonging:
🏖️ Extra Leave: 5th week of annual leave, 2 well-being days, 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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