Catering Assembly Supervisor (Flight Assembly Supervisor)

Dnata; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Free meals at work

Free parking

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 24/7

Global brand with career development

Job summary

dnata catering & retail in Australia is seeking a Catering Assembly Supervisor to oversee daily assembly and packing operations across the flight meals program. The role focuses on leading teams, maintaining quality standards, and driving efficiency to ensure on-time delivery for our airline partners.

The official internal title is Flight Assembly Supervisor, with the external role shown for recruitment purposes.

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory role within food production, manufacturing, or high-volume operations.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate teams.
• Excellent organisation, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong understanding of food safety, HACCP, and compliance standards.
• Experience with rostering and resource planning in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Continuous improvement mindset (Lean/Six Sigma experience is advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day assembly and packing operations.
• Ensure all flights are packed accurately and delivered on time.
• Monitor workflow, productivity, and labour allocation.
• Lead, coach, and support team members to achieve targets.
• Assist with rostering and tracking production timings.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, HACCP, and WHS standards.
• Identify issues and implement corrective actions.
• Work closely with Production, Compliance, and Logistics teams, and support documentation, audits, and reporting.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Organization

Food safety HACCP

Roster planning

Deadline management

Lean/Six Sigma

Job description

Start your journey with dnata catering & retail, where the sky is the limit!

About Us

Part of the Emirates Group, dnata catering & retail is Australia’s leading inflight catering and retail partner. We support many of the world’s most recognised airlines, delivering award‑winning meals and exceptional service that create memorable inflight dining experiences for thousands of travelers each day.

About the Role

As a full-time Catering Assembly Supervisor, you will oversee daily operations across the assembly and packing areas, ensuring all inflight meals and products are packed accurately, meet customer specifications, and are delivered on time. You will play a key role in leading teams, maintaining quality standards, and driving operational efficiency.

Please note that while this position is advertised externally as Catering Assembly Supervisor to better reflect the nature of the role, the official internal position title is Flight Assembly Supervisor. This title will be used for employment contracts and internal employment records.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day assembly and packing operations
• Ensure all flights are packed accurately and delivered on time
• Monitor workflow, productivity, and labour allocation
• Lead, coach, and support team members to achieve targets
• Assist with rostering and tracking production timings
• Ensure compliance with food safety, HACCP, and WHS standards
• Identify issues and implement corrective actions
• Work closely with Production, Compliance, and Logistics teams, and support documentation, audits, and reporting

About You

• Experience in a supervisory role within food production, manufacturing, or high-volume operations
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate teams
• Excellent organisation, planning, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong understanding of food safety, HACCP, and compliance standards
• Experience with rostering and resource planning in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Continuous improvement mindset (Lean/Six Sigma experience is advantageous)

Benefits

• 5 weeks annual leave and competitive salary
• Free meals while at work & Free parking
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available 24/7
• Be part of a global brand, with strong career development opportunities.
• Discounts at hundreds of retailers, novated leasing and wellbeing resources.

At dnata, we value an inclusive and respectful workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities.

TheRecruitmentprocess

includes interviews, health checks, reference and criminal history checks, and verification of working rights. Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For more information on careers at dnata catering & retail please visit www.dnatacateringcareers.com.au