Graphic Designer

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

We are seeking a creative Graphic Designer to join the Metcash Events team on a 12 month fixed term contract. You will be responsible for delivering high‑quality digital and print assets that bring our events to life. You’ll work across conference materials, digital collateral, presentations, animations and data visualisation, ensuring brand consistency and strong visual impact.

In this fast‑paced events environment, you’ll translate complex briefs into designs that are both visually engaging and practical for real‑world event settings. The role offers a varied mix of design, art‑working and creative development across digital, web and print channels, including social media assets, microsites, sales and event materials!

In this Role

• Deliver best‑practice creative across digital design, animation and motion graphics, developing innovative solutions that enhance the delegate experience across Metcash events including trade shows, conferences, awards and gala dinners
• Design and produce high‑quality event collateral, including signage, conference materials, stage content, animations, branded environments, printed displays and awards materials
• Create engaging digital assets such as social media content, websites and microsites, ensuring consistency with brand and event themes
• Translate business objectives and creative briefs into visually compelling, practical design solutions that consider the end‑to‑end delegate experience
• Support the events team with the timely delivery of business‑as‑usual creative requirements in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment

You’re Likely a Match If

• 3+ years’ experience in a graphic design role, ideally within an integrated marketing, events, creative studio or agency environment
• A strong portfolio demonstrating experience across digital, print and event‑based design, including campaign, conference or experiential work
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), with working knowledge of After Effects and Premiere Pro for animation and motion content; strong PowerPoint skills essential
• Proven ability to interpret creative briefs and translate business objectives into engaging, high‑quality design solutions
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, with strong organisational, time management and prioritisation skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail, with a consistent focus on quality and brand standards

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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