Yardperson

About us

You've probably heard of Coates or seen our orange hire equipment on job sites around Australia. But we're more than just scissor lifts and diggers. We're an end-to-end solutions company operating across five key areas: Equipment Hire; Engineering Solutions; Industrial Solutions; Power & HVAC; and Training.

We're proudly Australian-owned, with a long history of supporting customers to deliver major projects, and an exciting future focused on digital transformation, sustainability and growth.

At Coates, we understand that we're nothing without great people. So, you don't just work for us, we work for you. We're here to support and equip you with great training and development, flexible work options and a positive team environment to help you build your career from the ground up or take it to the next level.

Your new role awaits...

Based at Coates Rockhampton, you'll provide a key support function for the operation and maintenance of the branch yard area.

In addition to providing a high level of customer service your typical day will include:

• Loading and unloading equipment from vehicles
• Assisting in performing routine and basic maintenance and service of non-high risk equipment
• Performing general yard duties, including washing and sweeping; tidy and order the yard ensuring it is organised
• Providing general support and assistance to team members and customers as required

This role is permanent full-time - Monday to Friday - 38hr per week from 7am to 3pm, with potential for overtime when required. You will be required to work 1 Saturday every 4-6 weeks

About you:

• Previous experience in a similar role
• High Risk Work Licence (Forklift) - essential
• Valid driver's license - essential
• Mechanical aptitude - you enjoy tinkering with equipment and operating in a hands-on environment
• Computer literate
• Unrestricted Australian working rights
• Strong commitment to safety

What you'll get in return

There are a lot of perks to joining Australia's largest equipment hire specialists:

• Training from industry experts to equip you for success
• Purchased extra leave program
• Employee discounts on hiring Coates equipment
• Save $$$ at 100's of retailers with our employee rewards app
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Paid leave for volunteering with Coates Foundation partners
• Novated leasing and salary sacrifice
• Refer friends to Coates for other roles and score a bonus if they also join us!

Why Coates?

At Coates, we know that people, organisations and communities thrive when everyone feels valued and included. So, we're proud to be implementing our second Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and working to continually improve gender representation and the development of our future female leaders via our annual LEAP program.

Safety always comes first at Coates. Our safety-driven processes and policies aim to ensure all stakeholders go to work and return home safely to their families and communities.

And to deliver on our wider people and planet responsibilities, we're committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions and supporting our national charities and local communities through the Coates Foundation.

Curious about our what it's like to work at Coates? To learn more, visit coates.com.au and read our employees' stories on LinkedIn.

Ready to apply?

If you'd like to get on the path to success, please follow the links or apply via careers.coates.com.au

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our culture. We're committed to continually increasing the diversity of our workforce, including leadership levels. We actively encourage all people to apply.

Coates. Equipped for you