Equipment and Wash Supervisor

Alha Flight Services trading as dnata catering; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Free meals

Free parking

Career opportunities within dnata and 

wellbeing benefits

Job summary

dnata catering & retail at Melbourne Airport is seeking an Equipment & Wash Supervisor to oversee dishwash, bulk equipment, dry store, and bar packing areas. You’ll ensure equipment and flight sets are prepared accurately and on schedule, leading a team in a fast-paced aviation and catering environment.

The role requires overseeing shifts on a rotating 7-day roster with AM/PM availability, strong supervisory experience in logistics, warehousing or production, and a solid grasp of inventory

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory role within logistics, warehousing, or production.
• Strong understanding of inventory control and fast-paced operations.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams.
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with HACCP and WHS standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across equipment, wash and packing areas.
• Ensure flight equipment is packed accurately to plans and ready on time.
• Monitor stock levels, minimise waste and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Allocate labour and support team productivity across shifts.
• Lead, coach, and communicate with team members to drive performance.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, WHS, and safety standards.
• Manage daily operational challenges such as schedule changes and shortages.
• Support stocktakes, reporting and KPI performance.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Inventory control

Communication skills

Problem solving

Tools

Forklift license

HACCP knowledge

Job description

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

About Us

Part of the Emirates Group, we are Australia’s largest inflight catering and retail partner. We operate 13 facilities across 10 cities, employ over 4,000 people, produce over 47 million meals, and service more than 250,000 flights annually.

We have an opportunity available for an Equipment & Wash Supervisor to join our team at Melbourne Airport. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role within a fast-paced aviation and catering environment.

About the Role

As an Equipment & Wash Supervisor, you will oversee daily operations across dishwash, bulk equipment, dry store, and bar packing areas, ensuring all airline equipment and flight sets are prepared accurately and on schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations across equipment, wash, and packing areas
• Ensure all flight equipment is packed accurately to plans and ready on time
• Monitor stock levels, minimise waste, and maintain inventory accuracy
• Allocate labour and support team productivity across shiftsLead, coach, and communicate with team members to drive performance
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, WHS, and safety standards
• Manage daily operational challenges such as schedule changes and shortages
• Support stocktakes, reporting, and KPI performance

About You

• Available to work across a rotating 7-day roster, including AM and PM shifts
• Experience in a supervisory role within logistics, warehousing, or production
• Strong understanding of inventory control and fast-paced operations
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams
• Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
• Experience working with HACCP and WHS standards
• Able to manage competing priorities in a high-volume environment
• Competent in documentation and records management.
• Forklift licence (desirable)

Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned to experience
• Free meals & free parking
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Career opportunities within dnata and the Emirates Group
• Access to Employee Assistance Program, retail discounts and wellbeing benefits

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

The Recruitment process 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