Equipment & Wash Supervisor — Lead Airport Kitchen Ops

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

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