About the Opportunity

We’re looking for a strategic and passionate General Manager of Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) to lead our central SHE function. This is a critical senior leadership role responsible for shaping and executing Metcash’s SHE strategy across our diverse operations — from head offices to distribution centres, manufacturing sites, and retail stores.

You’ll be the trusted advisor to our Board and Group Leadership Team, driving a culture of safety and continuous improvement across the Metcash Group and supporting our independently owned store network.

In this Role, You Will

•    Lead the development and execution of the Metcash SHE Strategy
•    Provide expert counsel to the Board and GLT on SHE matters
•    Oversee SHE policies, frameworks, systems, and risk management
•    Drive SHE culture and capability uplift across the organisation
•    Lead incident and injury management frameworks and initiatives
•    Monitor SHE performance and lead reporting and communications
•    Build and empower a large, high-performing SHE team

You’re Likely a Match If You Have

• Senior leadership experience in SHE across complex, multi-site environments
• Deep expertise in SHE strategy, systems, and risk management
• Strong knowledge of Australian and NZ SHE regulations
• Proven ability to influence at executive and board levels
• Experience leading large teams and driving cultural change
• A collaborative, proactive, and resilient leadership style
• Tertiary qualifications in SHE, legal, or a related discipline

What’s on Offer

🏖️ Extra Leave: 5th week of annual leave, 2 well-being days, 1 volunteer day
📚 Career Growth: Endless learning and development opportunities at all levels
👶 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

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’.
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.

Join us and be part of something bigger!

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