Title:  Transport Coordinator

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…

• Attractive base salary
• Permanent full-time position, 38hr week
• Monday to Friday + opportunity for paid Saturday shift when required

Based at our Brooklyn Portables Branch, the Transport Coordinator is responsible for arranging the safest, most cost-effective and efficient transport of equipment for the Coates Business. This can be for interstate, intrastate or customer requirements.

• Source transport services for delivery and pickup of equipment for Coates branches.

• Schedule daily deliveries in Coates’ transport management software using both Coates’ drivers and contractor drivers
• Liaise with Fleet and Operations departments to ensure timely delivery and pickup of equipment.
• Ensure Purchase orders are raised and completed within the given month.
• Analyse activity and suggest improvement opportunities.
• Ensuring the safety of your team and Coates’ customers.

What you’ll get in return

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

• Development and career progression pathways
• 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

• Previous transport/fleet/logistics experience
• Effective time management and attention to detail
• Troubleshooting, diagnostic and preventative maintenance skills
• Previous experience in processing and payment of invoices
• Strong Excel skills and an analytical mindset
• Transport Scheduling software experience (TMS) highly regarded

If you’ve got an interest in the construction, mining, or engineering industries, then we can teach you everything you need to know about equipment hire.

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.