Title:  Assistant Branch Manager

Job Posting Date:  24 Jun 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.

 

The next step in your career starts here…

This is a rare opportunity to join one of the great branches in Australia situated in the beautiful QLD Central Highlands, located only 273km from the QLD Coast and the southern gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. This position is for an Assistant Branch Manager, with a possibility to fast track into a Branch Manager position for the right candidate.

 

Based on site at our Emerald branch, you will need to be passionate about customer sales and service, focus on leading a team that provides value, contribute to the branch success, and make a difference!

 

  • Ensuring the safety of your team and Coates customers
  • Create the best solution / outcome for our customers– develop quotes, raise purchase orders and enter hire agreements.
  • Oversee Asset and Quality Management
  • Manage branch P&L and KPIs around fleet availability and utilisation and customer loyalty.


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:

  • Passionate about customer sales and service
  • Sales and operational management experience 
  • Previous team leadership experience desirable, developing a ‘One Team’ cohesive mindset
  • Demonstrated commercial acumen
  •  Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Strong computer literacy, including customer databases and Microsoft Office Suite

 

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.