Safety, Health and Environment Advisor

The Metcash story began from the humble origins of our first family-owned corner store in 1927. And for almost 100 years since then, we've been backing independents and strengthening the communities we operate in.

Today, Metcash (ASX: MTS) is Australia and New Zealand's leading independent retail partner and wholesaler in the food, liquor, hardware, and tools industries, with sales of $19.5 billion in FY25. We provide our network with marketing, purchasing, warehousing, distribution and systems support

We have an exciting opportunity for a Safety, Health and Environment Advisor to join our team on an initial fixed-term contract until April 2027. Partnering with one of our Hardware Group businesses across South Australia, this role will play a key part in supporting and strengthening its safety journey within Metcash.

This is a hands-on, site-based role where you'll work closely with leaders and frontline teams to embed the Metcash safety management system across a network of construction supply and hardware sites. You'll help strengthen safety practices, improve compliance, reduce risk and drive a more proactive approach to safety. The role involves regular travel across South Australia, including regional site visits by both road and air.

Ideal for someone who enjoys being close to operations, you'll bring strong relationship-building skills, a practical mindset and the ability to influence positive change. You'll be confident coaching and supporting stakeholders through change while respecting the values and heritage of a long-established family business.

What you'll be doing

• Drive safety improvements across different sites in SA and regional areas.
• Embed the Metcash safety management system and processes.
• Conduct inspections, audits and compliance reviews.
• Coach leaders on risk management and safe work practices.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Build strong relationships and influence change.
• Support regional sites through regular travel.

You're Likely a Match If You have

• Experience in a Safety, Health and Environment, WHS or similar advisory role, ideally within construction supplies, warehousing, retail, logistics or another operational environment.
• Strong understanding of work health and safety legislation and risk management.
• Experience with audits, inspections and incident investigations.
• Ability to influence, coach and build trusted relationships.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety and a current driver's licence.
• Experience with safety systems, contractor management or plant safety is advantageous.

What's on offer

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

📚 Career Growth: Endless learning and development opportunities
🌈 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

At Total Tools & Hardware Group (Part of Metcash), we're more than just a group of hardware and tool retailers — we're a national network helping build stronger communities.

Backed by trusted brands like Mitre 10, Total Tools, and Home Timber & Hardware, TTHG supports independently owned, joint venture, and company-owned stores across Australia.

With a strong focus on local ownership and expert advice, we give tradies, builders, and DIYers the edge they need to tackle any job — big or small. Whether it's trade-quality tools from Total Tools or reliable hardware from Mitre 10 and HTH, TTHG is the powerhouse behind the stores that keep Australia building.

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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