Title:  Yardperson

Job Posting Date:  10 Nov 2026
Company:  Coates
Position Type:  Permanent Full Time

Here’s how you’ll be a part of our team

  • Permanent, full-time opportunity offering long-term stability, career growth and job security.
  • Join a supportive team environment where safety, teamwork and development are valued.
  • Ongoing training and opportunities to build your skills across a diverse range of equipment and operations.


The position of Yardperson at our Beresfield branch is a key support role, responsible for the maintenance of the Branch yard area and ensuring the safe loading and unloading of equipment.
As well as providing a high level of customer service, you will also need to:

  • Maintain a clean, safe and well-organised yard, ensuring all equipment is stored correctly and ready for hire.
  • Clean, inspect and prepare equipment for customer use, maintaining high presentation and operational standards.
  • Safely load and unload equipment onto vehicles, following all safety and load restraint procedures.
  • Operate forklifts and other machinery to support daily yard operations and equipment movements.
  • Assist with basic servicing, maintenance and minor repairs of equipment as required.
  • Accurately complete equipment checks, paperwork and system updates.
  • Monitor equipment movements and maintain effective stock control of parts and accessories.
  • Provide exceptional customer service by assisting customers and supporting the wider branch team.
  • Maintain a strong commitment to workplace health and safety, ensuring compliance with company procedures at all times

 

What you’ll get in return

As a member of the Coates team you’ll enjoy a range of perks and benefits, including:

  • Training and career progression pathways
  • Flexible working options available—let’s discuss what works best for you
  • Access to our employee discounts and benefits program
  • Purchased additional leave program
  • Employee discounts on equipment hire
  • Novated leasing and salary sacrifice

 

What you’ll bring to the role

As well as having experience in a similar role, you will also have the following:

  • Current Driver's Licence essential.
  • Forklift Licence essential.
  • EWP Ticket highly desirable
  • Previous experience in a yard, workshop, logistics, warehousing, construction or industrial environment. 
  • Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to carry out basic maintenance and servicing tasks.
  • Commitment to safe work practices and maintaining a safety-first mindset.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with customers and colleagues.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
  • Experience using mobile devices and digital systems for operational tasks and record keeping.
  • Experience within the hire, equipment, construction or related industry will be highly regarded

 

 

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.