Chief Steward | 4:4 roster | Western Australia

We are seeking an experienced Chief Steward to join our offshore team on a 28 days on, 28 days off roster on a 12-month maximum-term contract, with Perth, Western Australia as the point of hire.

As the Camp Boss, the Chief Steward will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day management and performance of Sodexo's catering and facilities services contract onboard a Mobile Offshore Drilling Unit (MODU).

Key Responsibilities:

• Taking overall responsibility for the day-to-day operation and performance of the offshore catering and facilities services contract
• Operating as the onboard Camp Boss and senior Sodexo representative
• Leading, supervising and supporting the broader site services team
• Overseeing housekeeping, accommodation, cleaning, laundry, retail and catering services
• Working closely with the Chief Cook, who will lead the day-to-day galley operation and catering team
• Ensuring all services are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with contractual requirements, client expectations and Sodexo standards
• Acting as the primary point of contact for the client regarding Sodexo's day-to-day service delivery
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships and proactively managing service requirements, concerns and feedback
• Monitoring the financial performance of the site, including labour deployment, operating costs, stock and other controllable costs
• Monitoring labour requirements and workforce needs, ensuring appropriate coverage across the operation
• Managing daily rosters, work allocation and workforce requirements to support operational needs
• Supporting employee mobilisation, onboarding and ongoing workforce coordination
• Managing day-to-day employee relations and HR matters, escalating more complex issues through the appropriate Sodexo channels when required
• Coordinating and managing operational issues, including incidents, injuries and workplace safety matters, ensuring appropriate reporting, documentation and escalation
• Ensuring incidents, hazards and safety concerns are investigated, reported and followed up in accordance with site requirements
• Conducting regular inspections of accommodation, housekeeping, cleaning, retail and service areas to maintain required standards
• Monitoring stock, consumables and supplies required for the broader service operation
• Supporting audits, inspections and compliance activities
• Conducting toolbox talks, pre-starts and team communications as required
• Maintaining required operational records, reports and documentation
• Identifying opportunities to improve service quality, efficiency, safety and financial performance
• Performing day-to-day Steward duties when operationally required, including supporting housekeeping, cleaning, accommodation and other service activities
• Providing visible, hands-on leadership and creating a professional, positive and respectful working environment

Who Are We Looking For? We are looking for an experienced and confident Chief Steward / Camp Boss who is capable of taking ownership of a complex offshore services operation and leading a multidisciplinary team.

To be considered, you will ideally bring:

• A minimum of five years' experience in a Chief Steward, Camp Boss, Offshore Services Manager, Facilities Manager or similar leadership position
• Essential previous experience within an offshore or marine environment
• Demonstrated experience managing housekeeping, cleaning, accommodation, catering or integrated facilities services
• Strong experience leading and supervising multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrated experience managing client relationships and service delivery
• Experience monitoring budgets, labour costs and overall site financial performance
• Strong workforce planning skills, including managing rosters, labour requirements and operational coverage
• Experience managing incidents, injuries, hazards and associated reporting and follow-up
• Confidence managing day-to-day employee relations and HR matters
• Strong understanding of WHS, hygiene, food safety and operational compliance requirements
• Strong reporting, administration and documentation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to remain calm, organised and solutions-focused in a fast-paced offshore environment
• A hands-on leadership style and willingness to support the operational team when required

Qualifications and Certifications: To be considered, you will need the relevant offshore and marine certifications applicable to the operation, including:

• BOSIET – CA-EBS 5850
• ECHUTE
• OGUK Medical
• MSIC card
• CoST or STCW 95
• AMSA Medical
• Relevant offshore/marine safety qualifications and certifications
• Australian permanent residency / citizenship, or a visa accepted by Australian immigration regulations for working in Australia's offshore oil and gas industry

What We Offer: Along with the lifestyle benefits of a 28 days on, 28 days off roster, you will have access to outstanding MUA employment benefits, including:

• Competitive remuneration
• Health insurance benefits
• Applicable MUA allowances
• Employee recognition programs
• Training and development opportunities
• Leadership and career development opportunities
• The opportunity to work across a range of marine operations within Sodexo’s Oil & Gas portfolio