Field Operations Coordinator (12 month max term)

George Weston Foods; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Training and development programs

Health and wellness initiatives

Community partnerships

Discounted products

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Melbourne is seeking a Field Operations Coordinator for a 12-month term. You will support the operations team with administrative tasks, scheduling, and data entry. This role offers flexible part-time hours (approx. 25 hours/week) or full-time opportunities. Ideal candidates are organized with excellent communication and Microsoft Office skills. Join us to contribute to a supportive and dynamic workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience in administration, coordination, or operations support.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• A proactive approach and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and coordination support to the Field Operations team.
• Assist with preparation of reports, schedules, and operational documentation.
• Maintain accurate data entry and record keeping in business systems.
• Support communication between field teams, head office, and other stakeholders.
• Manage logistics for training, meetings, and site visits.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Experience in administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Field Operations Coordinator (12 month max term)

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About Us

GWF is one of the largest food manufacturers in Australia and New Zealand, employing around 6,000 people across 60 sites. GWF’s product range is diverse and includes leading brands of breads, baked goods, smallgoods, flour, milled products, and animal feed. GWF’s business units include Tip Top, DON, MAURI, and Jasol.

About Us

GWF is one of the largest food manufacturers in Australia and New Zealand, employing around 6,000 people across 60 sites. GWF’s product range is diverse and includes leading brands of breads, baked goods, smallgoods, flour, milled products, and animal feed. GWF’s business units include Tip Top, DON, MAURI, and Jasol.

DON’s heritage goes back to the late 1800s. Since the beginning, we have been passionate about crafting great-tasting meat products that Australians love. We produce ham, bacon, salami, smallgoods, and fresh pork.

We take great pride in our skills, techniques, and brands, which have evolved over more than a century. We’ve grown from a small family business to become one of Australia’s largest food manufacturers, now part of the GWF group.

DON is also a leading Australian employer with offices and facilities in metropolitan and regional locations across the country. We take pride in being a responsible employer and a great place to work. We offer a safe and supportive environment where everyone can achieve their full potential.

About The Role

We are looking for a Field Operations Coordinator to join our team in Docklands.

This role plays a key part in supporting our Field Operations team with administrative tasks, scheduling, reporting, and data entry to ensure operational efficiency.

We part-time hours available (approximately 25 hours per week, worked over 4 or 5 days) but are open to offering this as a full-time role for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and coordination support to the Field Operations team
• Assist with preparation of reports, schedules, and operational documentation
• Maintain accurate data entry and record keeping in business systems
• Support communication between field teams, head office, and other stakeholders
• Manage logistics for training, meetings, and site visits
• Track key metrics and support continuous improvement initiatives
  
  
  

Why Join Us

Our Purpose is to Craft food that brings out ‘the good’.

When you work at DON, not only will you be part of a community crafting iconic products that people love, you will also enjoy a safe and supportive environment where you can be your authentic self, advance in your career if you choose to, be recognised and rewarded for your contributions, and make a positive difference in the community.

We also work hard to ensure the programs and benefits we offer are competitive and reflect the needs and preferences of our people. They include (among others):

• Flexible work arrangements
• Community partnerships and initiatives, including 2 volunteer days per year
• Options to purchase additional leave
• Discounted products
• Training and development programs
• Global career opportunities
• Various recognition programs and rewards, including an end-of-year celebration
• Health and wellness initiatives
  
  
  

About You

You are an organised, detail-oriented coordinator with:

• Experience in administration, coordination, or operations support
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• A proactive approach and willingness to learn
  
  
  

Applications

To apply for this opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking on the ‘Apply' button.

At DON and George Weston Foods, we are an equal opportunity employer. We embrace inclusion and diversity and celebrate what makes us unique. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and the provision of a safe and healthy work environment. So we can get to know you in the best possible way, we're happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs. Please let us know your needs in providing a positive, barrier-free recruitment process via email to [e-mail].

Applicants for this position may be required to undertake pre-employment screening tests including a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol tests, and a security/background check, which may also include a criminal record check. Proof of eligibility to work is required for all successful applicants.

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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