Occupational Health & Safety (Human Resources & Recruitment)
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 over $18 billion in FY24. We provide our network with marketing, purchasing, warehousing, distribution and systems support.
About Us
At the Independent Hardware Group, we are passionate and committed to our purpose of championing successful independent businesses Australia wide and at the same time strengthening local communities' one postcode at a time. We're the leading partner to over 635 independently owned stores - giving them a competitive advantage to take the big chains to task, and with the trusted, strong heritage, hardware brands of Mitre 10 and Home Hardware, we enable retailers to be the best stores in their town.
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Reporting to the Senior SHE Manager, this role is responsible for leading the SHE function for the Independent Hardware Group (IHG) pillar in relation to its retail and manufacturing operations in South Australia, based out of the Torrensville Office.
The SHE function at Metcash is a central function, responsible for "shaping, servicing and safeguarding" our business when it comes to safety, health and the environment. The central SHE function develops the Metcash SHE Strategy and SHE Management System, and works with our business pillars to connect Operations to the SHE Strategy and Management System through training, communications, coaching, advice, and audit support.
The primary focus of the role is to help drive a positive SHE culture, robust SHE governance and compliance, and improved SHE performance by supporting the business to implement the Metcash SHE Strategy and SHE Management System.
The role requires strong leadership, constructive and positive behaviours, and effective engagement of stakeholders.
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Support IHG SA site leaders and other key stakeholders Coach and develop IHG SA site leaders in activities such as SHE engagements, critical risk reviews/control verification checks, incident and injury management, and general safety, health and environment matters. Contribute to/support with the maintenance/continuous improvement of the SHE Management System as required. Support IHG SA sites to operate within the Metcash SHE Management System, ensuring site SHE documentation is in line with SHE Management System frameworks. Support or participate in the conduct of SHE compliance audits. In partnership with site leadership, conduct the Annual Management Review of SHE Management System. Support as required in the preparation of monthly IHG SHE performance reports. Facilitate as required SHE-related training at IHG SA sites. Monitor IHG SA SHE incidents and ensure incident management protocols are followed. Build strong, collaborative relationships with IHG SA leadership and site leadership teams to influence and drive improved SHE culture, governance, compliance, and performance. You're Likely a Match If you have
Tertiary qualifications in SHE or a related discipline such as legal or sciences. Understanding of relevant Australian and New Zealand safety, health and environmental legislation including national heavy vehicle legislation/CoR. ICAM investigation trained/certified. Sound understanding of a warehouse/retail environment. Ability to build and maintain strong relationships and achieve outcomes through collaboration and influence. Encourages and inspires commitment and effort. Life at Metcash
Experience a supportive and flexible work environment. We are a FlexReady accredited workplace!
Enjoy a 5th week of annual leave every year after your first year.
Benefit from 2 well-being days and 1 volunteer day annually.
An abundance of learning, development, and career growth opportunities.
12 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave for primary carers.
Proudly awarded the "Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion".
Recognized as the 74th in the "Equileap Top 100" globally for initiatives on gender equity.
Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia.
Incredible value discounts and perks through our team member app, "Our Local".
We're all about celebrating success, and we're proud to be a WGEA Employer of Choice for Equity, an accredited Flex Ready workplace, and a Gold Standard Mental Health First Aid skilled workplace.
The industry is changing, and we need adaptable people who thrive under pressure to build meaningful relationships with our diverse family of independents. So, get stuck into a promising career in a fast-growing industry. Together, we can supply Australia with a strong future, powered by local communities.
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