Lead Trainer

At Metcash youre part of something bigger. Weve 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 were 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

At Metcash our distribution centres keep Australias independent retailers moving!

Were looking for an experienced and passionate Lead Trainer to take ownership of training delivery capability development and onboarding excellence within our Distribution Centre in Canning Vale five days onsite.

In this highly visible role youll lead the local training function develop and mentor trainers drive safety-first learning practices and help new team members reach competency faster.

If youre a natural coach who thrives in fast-paced operational environments and enjoys influencing performance through people wed love to hear from you!

In this Role

• Lead and manage training across the Distribution Centre ensuring team members are trained competent and operating safely
• Coordinate and deliver onboarding induction and operational training programs for new starters
• Coach mentor and develop trainers to deliver a consistent engaging and high-quality learning experience
• Drive time-to-competency retention and performance outcomes through effective training plans and progress tracking
• Identify capability gaps and implement training solutions that support operational performance and growth
• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure all training aligns with national standards compliance requirements and best practice

Youre Likely a Match If

• Proven experience delivering training coaching or capability development programs within a warehouse logistics or operational environment
• Demonstrated ability to lead mentor and develop trainers and team members to achieve performance outcomes
• Strong knowledge of warehousing operations safety practices compliance requirements and operational processes
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and build strong relationships
• A passion for developing people driving engagement and creating a positive learning culture
• Strong planning organisational and problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset

Whats on offer

Were 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 )

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 Australias leading wholesale distribution company with $19.5 billion in sales (FY26) 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.

Were 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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