Job Description

About us

Proudly Australian owned, Coates has a long history of supporting customers to deliver major projects and an exciting future focused on growth. We provide end-to-end solutions spanning Equipment Hire, Engineering Solutions, Industrial Solutions and Power & HVAC.

The next step in your career starts here…

• Permanent full-time position
• Based at Dandenopng
• Access to tool of the trade vehicle

As an Operations Supervisor you will lead a busy, high‑volume yard environment where transport movements, loading and unloading, traffic management and site safety are the top priorities.

This is a critical leadership role overseeing daily yard and transport operations at a large, interconnected hub site.

You’ll lead a team of yard personnel and work closely with stakeholders to ensure the yard operates safely, efficiently and compliantly, with a strong focus on transport coordination and physical vehicle movements.

As well as providing a high level of customer service, you will

• Lead daily yard operations with priority on safe loading and unloading of equipment
• Manage high volumes of truck movements and yard traffic flow
• Supervise a team of 4–6 yard personnel
• Maintain high standards of safety, compliance, and traffic management
• Coordinate yard staff availability for spotting and loading activities
• Oversee site maintenance, security and contractor compliance
• Ensure equipment presentation standards are maintained in the yard and on customer sites
• Support continuous improvement, labour planning and operational efficiency
• Ensure site activities comply with company policies and procedures

What you’ll get in return

We provide our team with a wide range of perks and benefits, including:

• Development and career progression pathways
• Flexible working options available—let’s discuss what works best for you
• Access to our employee discounts, benefits and wellbeing program
• Purchased additional leave program
• Novated leasing and salary sacrifice
• 12 weeks Paid Parental Leave in addition to government parental leave scheme
• Volunteering opportunities through the Coates Foundation

What you’ll bring to the role

• Proven experience in yard, transport, warehouse, or site-based operations
• Strong knowledge of truck movements, loading/unloading, and traffic management
• Experience leading teams in a fast-paced operational environment
• Solid understanding of safety, compliance, and risk management
• Hands-on, confident leadership style with strong decision-making ability
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, internal systems)

Highly regarded

• Forklift and/or High-Risk Work Licence
• HR Truck Licence
• Trade background or equivalent operational experience

Looking for more reasons to join Coates?

At Coates, we know that people, organisations and communities thrive when everyone feels valued and included.

We’re proud to be implementing our second Reconciliation Action Plan and are committed to improving gender representation. We also provide opportunities for growth through our leadership and development programs.

But our impact doesn't stop there. Coates supports local and national charities through the Coates Foundation and invests in more sustainable equipment solutions to help create a greener future for all.

Visit careers.coates.com to learn more about our values and opportunities.

Unlock your next career opportunity – apply today!

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our culture. Coates welcomes candidates from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to apply.

Coates. Equipped for you.