Flight Assembly Supervisor (Perth Airport)

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AVIATION SUPPORT BUSINESS OF THE YEAR 2025 AUSTRALASIA's AIRLINE CATERER OF THE YEAR 2025 Want to know more about dnata? Watch a short video here: We are seeking a highly driven and hands on Flight Assembly Supervisor experienced in a similar Assembly, Manufacturing, Production position to join our high-performance Flight Catering team based at Perth Airport on a full-time basis. More about this role: The primary responsibility of this role is to oversee and manage all assembly and packing operations within the Commercial Kitchen and Production areas. Leading diverse multi-functional teams, you will bring the best out of people and ensure we meet our daily and weekly customer targets. In a nutshell, your main responsibilities are:
- Supervise multiple areas within the Production facility and direct teams of Leading Hands and Catering Attendants.
- Ensure that all flights are meticulously packed according to the specified standards and promptly delivered to the dispatch fridge.
- Accountable for minimising wastage by monitoring, improving & managing workflows
- Recommend improvements to each Department Manager where necessary.
- Provide strategic support, and advice to the Senior Operations Leadership Team.
- Efficiently Roster as per the baselines to ensure business requirements are met.
- Investigate, analyse and implement corrective actions to resolve assembly issues.
- Carry out additional duties as may be reasonably requested by the Executive Chef and/or Senior Management.
- Understand and regularly utilise our internal and external systems and data software
- Attend all production planning meetings as required
- Contribute to the Master Production Schedule (MPS) when and as required
- Ensure employees are trained as per the business training matrix and schedule.
- Lead and participate in dnata safety programs, including toolboxes talks, safety stand downs, safety meetings and other safety initiatives. What do you need to be successful in securing this role?
- Demonstrated success in a similar role, min 2 years in supervisor or leadership
- Strong resource planning skills with a demonstrated ability to create effective & efficient rosters for a large team.
- Previous experience with LEAN or SIX SIGMA project skills would be an advantage.
- Previous experience managing more than 30 frontline staff.
- A strong commitment to Food Safety and Compliance.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Previous experience in a commercial kitchen environment preferred but not essential.
- 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?
- Be part of a close knit & dedicated team that is committed to safety.
- Market-competitive salary.
- Free onsite parking, daily staff meals, and uniforms provided.
- 5 weeks Annual Leave.
- Free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available 24/7.
- Career development and progression, coupled with national relocation opportunities.
- Discounts at hundreds of retailers, discounted health insurance and wellbeing resources including online exercise classes. Your prospective employer: Part of the Emirates Group, we are Australia’s largest inflight catering and retail partner. Chosen by many of the world’s top airlines for our award-winning meals and outstanding service, we operate 16 catering facilities across 12 cities, employ over 4,000 people, produce over 64 million meals, and service over 252 thousand flights each year. Want to know more about dnata catering & retail? Visit our Australian careers website 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, and cover letter that outlines your suitability for the role. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r5hlo