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AVIATION SUPPORT BUSINESS OF THE YEAR 2025
AUSTRALASIA's AIRLINE CATERER OF THE YEAR 2025

We have an exciting opportunity available for an experienced Equipment Supervisor to join our team in Sydney Airport Catering team in a permanent full-time position.

More about this role:

This role is responsible for the efficient day to day operation of the Assembly, Bulk Equipment, Bulk Food, and Bar Packing sections.

It is to ensure the production sections have accurate quantity of equipment and all bulk flights are packed according to the Galley Loading Plans (GLP) and are completed in line with the Master Production Schedule (MPS).

In a nutshell, your main responsibilities are:

• Manage both work sites at Sydney Airport
• Work proactively on daily issues as they arise such as equipment shortages, delivery scheduling, changing flight schedules etc.
• Ensure adequate staff are rostered and cross trained to complete the daily tasks.
• Ensures all flights are packed accurately according to the GLP and deadlines are met.
• Record temperature of food before delivering products to the Operations team
• Ensure that your team, in conjunction with the ULO, meet the Internal Delivery System (IDS) requirements.
• Ensure all Halal procedures are followed.
• Ensure no waste on bulk food and stock rotation policies are followed in line with the Dnata Catering Food Safety Manual.
• Set and monitor KPI's for each section Leading Hand.
• Adhere to the company’s policy in relation to HALAL, HACCP, QSAI / Food Safety, Workplace Health and Safety, and customs.
• Support the ULO in the weekly and monthly stock take for each airline as required.
• File all documents as per the departments filing and record keeping system to ensure easy traceability and recovery of documents whenever required.
• Carry out additional duties as may be reasonably requested by Senior Management.

What do you need to be successful in securing this role?

• Proven knowledge of logistics management and production process.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Demonstrates strong organisational / time management skills.
• Ability to handle challenging situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse group of stakeholders in a high volume, high value environment.
• Sound knowledge of the airline catering industry.
• Competent in documentation and records management.
• Forklift license may be required.
• As you will be working in the Aviation Services industry, you will be required to obtain a clear National Police Check.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary.
• 5 weeks annual leave.
• Free onsite parking, meals, and uniforms.
• Career development and progression.
• Be part of a close knit and dedicated team that are committed to excellence.
• Discounts at hundreds of retailers, discounted health insurance, and wellbeing resources including online exercise classes.

About Us:

We are Australia’s largest and most admired inflight catering and retail partner. Specialising in inflight catering and retail, food manufacturing, and airport lounge management, our group of diverse brands enables us to deliver extensive service capabilities.

Chosen by many of the world’s top airlines, we operate 16 facilities across 10 cities and employ over 4,000 people who help us to produce over 64 million meals, and service more than 250,000 flights, each year.

Parent company dnata – part of the Emirates Group – is one of the world’s largest air services providers. Offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and inflight catering and retail services, dnata ensures the aviation industry operates smoothly and efficiently.

Want to know more about dnata catering and our global businesses? Visits our Australian careers website https://dnatacateringcareers.com.au/  and watch a short video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xqf4mvwm3E0

Does this role sound perfect for you? If so, we want to hear from you!

To start the journey of joining our corporate team, click the link below and upload your resume, a cover letter that outlines your suitability for the role.

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