Title:  Yardperson

Job Posting Date:  21 Nov 2025
Company:  Coates
Position Type:  Permanent Full Time

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.

 

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

  • Attractive hourly rates + penalty rates on overtime
  • Permanent Monday to Friday role with your choice of 7am or 9am start
  • Access to Training & Certifications in first aid, test and tag, EWP, white card, and fire warden.

 

The position of Yardperson / Forklift Operator at our Edinburgh 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:

  • Load and unload equipment from vehicles using safe loading and unloading procedures.
  • Perform general yard duties, including cleaning of equipment and facilities to ensure a safe and organised yard.
  • Assist with basic service and repair of non-high-risk equipment in a workshop environment.

 

What you’ll get in return

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

  • Training opportunities such as first aid, test and tag, EWP, white card, and fire warden.
  • Career progression pathways
  • Flexible start times (7am or 9am) & access to optional overtime hours
  • Access to our employee discounts program including discounted equipment hire
  • Employee benefits including monthly bbqs, employee assistance program, employee rewards program, and share purchase plans.
  • Purchased additional leave program
  • 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:

  • A current forklift & driver’s license (essential)
  • Experience loading and unloading including knowledge of load restraints  
  • A strong knowledge of and commitment to safety

 

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.