VA Coordinator

About Us 

Workwear Group (WWG) is part of Wesfarmers Industrial & Safety a division of Wesfarmers, a top 20 ASX listed company with over 100,000 employees. Housed under the banner of Workwear Group, our three iconic brands - KingGee, Hard Yakka and NNT - have been in the business of delivering workwear since the late 1920's.  

We are the trusted partner in workwear solutions, manufacturing over seven million units each year. What sets us apart is our continuous investment in innovation, market knowledge, pioneering ideas and sustainability practices.  

We work as one team. We put our customers first and are passionate about what we do. Joining WWG is an opportunity to thrive in an inspiring, safe, and inclusive community. 

About the Role  

Coordinate embroidery and sewing production workflows, assigning tasks and ensuring operations align with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and company standards 

What you’ll be doing 

• Coordinate daily embroidery/sewing workflows, ensuring tasks are completed on time and meet customer expectations and service level agreements (SLAs). 
• Support team performance through coaching, training coordination, and monitoring of key performance indicators (KPIs). 
• Plan and allocate labour resources across departments and sites, participating in daily resource meetings to ensure efficient task completion. 
• Monitor equipment usage and maintenance needs, ensuring safe and effective operation of machinery and tools. 
• Manage consumables and components, tracking usage and reporting requirements to maintain production flow. 
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, including daily safety checks, adherence to the Needle Register Policy, and conducting monthly Safety Toolbox talks. 
• Maintain high housekeeping standards, ensuring a clean, safe, and organised work environment. 
• Review and approve production quality, including embroidery samples and customer order invoicing when required. 
• Record and analyse KPI data, using reports to identify opportunities for efficiency and continuous improvement. 
• Collaborate on production processes, providing input on timelines, approvals, and issue resolution with internal and external stakeholders. 

Who we’re looking for 

At our company, we value not only our great brands but also the people and teams that drive our success. In addition to technical skills, we seek team members who possess the following personable qualities: 

• Strong work ethic and are committed to showing up for a team 
• Openness to receive coaching and embrace self reflection and self growth 
• Accountability for your actions, and emotions, and actively venture beyond your comfort zone 
• Embrace innovation, take calculated risks, and inspire others to think outside the box 
• Ability to build meaningful relationships, we prioritise our customers. Balancing commercial goals with customer satisfaction is key 
• Ethical standards and demonstrating honesty and integrity in all interactions is fundamental to our team culture. 

What we’re looking for 

• Previous Experience in a similar role within a large-scale warehouse.  
• Experience with supervision of a group of 5 – 30 floor staff.  
• Experience with KPI and Labour Planning.  
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral 
• Ability to Coach and Train at a floor level.  

What we offer 

• The chance to join a great team of like-minded, hard-working people who are passionate about achieving our vision and the growth objectives of the company. 
• A competitive salary package and suite of benefits and perks, including a 50% discount on our brands Hard Yakka, KingGee and NNT and 5% Wesfarmers discount for Kmart, Bunnings, Officeworks and more. 
• A tailored career and development plan, plus reward and recognition programs. Whatever your goals we’re here to support you on that journey. 
• Our Wellbeing program, Thrive, with activities designed to support the Financial Wellness of our team, Celebrate Diversity, ensure we Get Physical and maintain Healthy Minds, including challenges, yoga, meditation and access to our Employee Assistance Program. 
• We Learn, a dedicated hub for all things learning and development.

We actively work on creating a safe and inclusive environment free of discrimination. At Workwear Group we aspire to build a culture where diversity is celebrated, where Team Members feel a sense of “I Belong” and are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. 

You can follow us on LinkedIn or see our company careers page for more opportunities https://www.workweargroup.com.au/careers 

​Thank you for your interest in Workwear Group. Due to anticipated high volumes of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.