FIFO Catering Manager: Large Mine Village Ops

Compass Group Pty Limited; Cloncurry Shire; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100+ retail discounts

Salary packaging options

Health and wellbeing benefits

Recognition programs

Ongoing training and career growth

Job summary

ESS is seeking a Catering Manager to lead the Harmony Gold – Eva Copper village catering operations, serving 400–1200 residents on a fly-in, fly-out schedule from Townsville or Brisbane. You will oversee all aspects of food service, safety, and cost control, delivering high standards and operational excellence.

You will manage large-scale dining operations in a remote mining environment, driving team performance, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement while adhering to Queensland

Qualifications

• Budget management experience in large-scale catering operations.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams across multiple shifts.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication with clients and site leadership.
• Solid understanding of mining safety regulations and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage village catering operations and drive performance across quality, cost, and people.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality food and service standards.
• Monitor and control operational costs and drive cost efficiencies.
• Lead continuous improvement and safety initiatives; promote a strong safety culture.

Skills

Budget management

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Safety compliance

Communication

Operational efficiency

Job description

ESS is seeking a Catering Manager to lead the Harmony Gold – Eva Copper village catering operations, serving 400–1200 residents on a fly-in, fly-out schedule from Townsville or Brisbane. You will oversee all aspects of food service, safety, and cost control, delivering high standards and operational excellence.

You will manage large-scale dining operations in a remote mining environment, driving team performance, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement while adhering to Queensland