Mooloolaba Operations Coordinator QLD
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What you'll do
- Lead and promote a strong health and safety culture across the site.
- Ensure all vehicle registrations, inspections, and compliance requirements are maintained.
- Manage vehicle fleet and coordinate preventative and reactive maintenance activities.
- Oversee contractor engagement and site maintenance requirements.
- Conduct and enforce pre-start checks and safety procedures.
- Lead audits, compliance activities, and corrective action programs.
- Monitor operational performance and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
- Delegate tasks effectively while maintaining accountability across the operation.
- Maintain accurate records and complete administrative requirements associated with fleet and site operations.
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
What they're looking for
- Previous experience in an Operations, Operations Coordinator Health and Safety, or similar role.
- Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation, compliance, and audit processes.
- Experience managing fleets, maintenance schedules, and contractors.
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
- Current and valid Driver's Licence.
- Safety-focused and process-driven.
- Ability to prioritise competing demands and deliver outcomes.
Summarised by NextRaise from the employer’s description, which follows in full below.
Full description from employer
At Metcash, you’re part of something bigger. We’ve got the heart of a small business with the strength and support of a big business.
When you join Metcash, your work makes a real difference to independent businesses and local communities, empowering you to:
- Grow your career with tailored development programs
- Thrive your way with flexible work options
- Make your mark in a high-performing, values-led team
Metcash Food Service and Convenience business includes a banner of brands that specialise in the supply to wholesale, convenience, foodservice and QSR customers across Australia. Some of these brands include Campbells, Superior Food Services, Independent Grocers (NT), Mooloolah River Fisheries, Sealanes, Southern Cross Marines and Global Meats. Joining the Metcash Food Service and Convenience business means the work you do contributes to brands with real purpose, empowering independent businesses and strengthening local communities across Australia.
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Operations/ Compliance Coordinator to lead a critical function within our business. This is a standalone role with significant autonomy and responsibility, overseeing fleet operations, health & safety, compliance, maintenance coordination, and site operational activities.This position is ideal for a proven operational leader who enjoys being visible on the floor, leading by example, driving accountability, and ensuring safety and compliance standards are maintained at all times.
In this Role
- Lead and promote a strong health and safety culture across the site.
- Ensure all vehicle registrations, inspections, and compliance requirements are maintained.
- Manage vehicle fleet and coordinate preventative and reactive maintenance activities.
- Oversee contractor engagement and site maintenance requirements.
- Conduct and enforce pre-start checks and safety procedures.
- Lead audits, compliance activities, and corrective action programs.
- Monitor operational performance and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
- Delegate tasks effectively while maintaining accountability across the operation.
- Maintain accurate records and complete administrative requirements associated with fleet and site operations.
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
What are we looking for?
- Previous experience in an Operations, Operations Coordinator Health and Safety, or similar role.
- Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation, compliance, and audit processes.
- Experience managing fleets, maintenance schedules, and contractors.
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
- Current and valid Driver's Licence.
- Safety-focused and process-driven.
- Ability to prioritise competing demands and deliver outcomes.
What’s on offer
We’re proud to offer a workplace that supports your well-being, growth, and belonging:
🏖️ Extra Leave: Enjoy a 5th week of annual leave, 2 well-being days, plus 1 volunteer day annually
📚 Career Growth: Endless learning and development opportunities
👶 Parental Leave: 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid leave for primary carers
🌈 Inclusive Culture: Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion
⚖️ Neutral Pay Gap: Gender pay gap under 5% (WGEA 2024–2025)
🧠 Mental Health: Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia
🏡 Flexibility: Flex Ready and Family Friendly Workplace accredited
About Us
Join us and be part of something bigger!
Metcash is Australia’s leading wholesale distribution company, with $19.5 billion in sales (FY25) and a proud spot in the ASX Top 125.
We believe in the power of independent, family-owned businesses to shape vibrant communities. Through our food, liquor, and hardware pillars, we help retailers become the ‘Best Store in Their Town’ by providing merchandising, operational and marketing support.
We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability — and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including First Nations. If you need support during the application process, just let us know. Your privacy and dignity are always respected.
Please note: This role is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team. We respectfully request that recruitment agencies do not submit profiles or make contact regarding this opportunity.
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