Project Manager - Safety Infrastructure

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

At Metcash Food, we’re the power behind local business, proudly supplying over 1600 independently owned stores in every corner of Australia and New Zealand. With a range of trusted independent brands like IGA, Foodland and Campbells/C-Store, our stores sit at the heart of their communities, providing locals with the products and homegrown produce they love most.

About the Opportunity

Deliver safety infrastructure projects that make a real difference to our Supply Chain environments!

We're looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the rollout of safety infrastructure projects across our distribution centres and operational sites 5 days onsite on a 12 month fixed term contract. Working with a wide range of stakeholders, you'll drive end-to-end delivery of innovative safety solutions that protect our people and support operational excellence.

If you're passionate about delivering complex projects that create safer workplaces and lasting operational impact, we'd love to hear from you!

In this Role

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of a national Safety Infrastructure Program across supply chain and operational sites, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget
• Manage the implementation of key safety initiatives including pedestrian separation systems, dock safety solutions, vehicle immobilisation technologies and collision avoidance systems
• Oversee project planning, procurement, installation, commissioning, handover and operational readiness across multiple sites
• Partner with Operations, Safety, IT, contractors and site teams to drive successful project delivery and stakeholder engagement
• Lead change management, communication and training activities to support the adoption of new safety systems and processes
• Monitor project risks, governance, compliance and contractor performance, providing clear reporting and recommendations to senior stakeholders

You’re Likely a Match If

• Proven experience delivering safety infrastructure, capital works, operational technology or industrial facility upgrade projects within complex operational environments
• Qualifications in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain or a related discipline. PMP or PRINCE2 certification will be highly regarded
• Demonstrated end-to-end project management expertise, managing projects from planning and procurement through to implementation, commissioning and handover
• Experience delivering multi-site or national rollout programs within warehousing, logistics, FMCG, manufacturing or supply chain environments
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across Operations, Safety, IT, contractors and site leadership teams
• Strong commercial, contractor and vendor management capability, with experience managing budgets, risks, compliance and project governance

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.

This role is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team. We respectfully request that recruitment agencies do not submit profiles or make contact regarding this opportunity. 

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