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Job Title


Catering Schedule Coordinator


Company : dnata


Location : Melbourne, Victoria


Created : 2025-10-05


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job DescriptionWe are seeking an enthusiastic and full-time Catering Schedule Coordinator to join our Melbourne Airport team to develop and administer local production schedules designed to effectively and efficiently meet our Airline customers orders.The role reports to our National Manager, Data and Planning, and supports our Business and Operational Managers to achieve production targets, through the use of data capture tools, performance monitoring and analytics reports.Responsibilities:Work closely with the Menu Development & Operational Teams to setup data and processes that capture all the business and customer requirements through the end to end production processDevelop and administer Local Production Schedules (LPS) for all Flight Schedule / Demand driven activities designed to efficiently produce customer orders.In collaboration with all operational Line Managers and other key stakeholders - take ownership to maintain and improve daily, weekly and monthly production schedules to ensure consistent best practice is achieved across the business.Accomplish complex functions of planning, forecasting, estimating, measuring and scheduling of work programs within our ERP system and other resource toolsProvide expert advice to the operation to coordinate equipment availability to support delivery of the production planDrive the development of scenario planning and what-if analysis pertaining to the optimisation of the production schedules, and plan for risk contingencies.Collaborate with and support Line Managers to ensure a consistent approach to the development of a feasible LPS that supports KPIs and financial targetsContinuous and regular planned communications to the Business and key operational managers establishing a feedback loop to drive continuous improvement.Attend local & corporate meetings on daily, weekly, monthly basis or as requested.Requirements:Previous scheduling, forecasting, planning experienceExposure to manufacturing, food distribution or transport logistics industries.Mon-Fri availability with occasional flexibility with weekends.Excellent written and verbal communications skills.Strong problem-solving skills, solutions focused.Analytically minded and loves process mapping.Experience with ERP systems and volume data entry highly considered.Demonstrates strong organizational / time management skills.Able to recognize & reprioritize resources based on changing conditions.Able to handle challenging situations and time based deadlines.As you will be working in the Aviation Services industry, you will be required to obtain a clear National Police Check.Whats in it for you?Competitive Salary.5 weeks Annual Leave.Free onsite parking available, free staff meals in our canteen.Career development and progression.Be part of a close knit and dedicated team that are committed to excellence.Access to Employee Benefits Program, including discounts at hundreds of retailers, (such as Woolies, Caltex and JB-HiFi) discounted health insurance, and wellbeing resources including online exercise classes. #J-18808-Ljbffr