Title:  Operations Manager - Power & HVAC

Job Posting Date:  15 Oct 2025
Company:  Coates
Position Type:  Permanent Full Time

 

The next step in your career starts here…
•    Salary + sales incentive scheme

The role is responsible for the operational delivery and compliance of Power & HVAC projects. The Operations Manager will work with internal and external stakeholders to design systems, provide quotes, build delivery plans, select appropriate plant equipment, oversee execution of installation, and ensure that ongoing maintenance plans are executed.


You’ll enjoy variety in your role including:

  • Lead team for effective and efficient hire branch operations relating to; equipment deliveries, transfers, pick-ups, on & offsite repairs and response to breakdowns across equipment portfolio
  • Manage budgets, P&L and KPI’s across branches including responsibility for project profitability.
  • Work with Sales teams, Project Managers & trades personnel to design and price temporary Power & HVAC systems
  • Attend site meetings, liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective logistics, installation, and maintenance programming of Power & HVAC systems.
  • Monitor equipment utilization and drive fleet availability to meet customer needs, optimize fleet utilization and profitability across relevant product categories
  • Develop and mentor team of employees and subcontractors to provide specialist services for the installation and ongoing maintenance of Power & HVAC projects.
  • Work seamlessly with adjacent Coates business' to ensure best allocation of personnel and available resources
  • Ensure administration and compliance to work practices and safety systems on Coates sites and in the field
  • Demonstrate and lead Coates Safety First -Zero Harm culture, deliver toolbox talks, manage KPI's and continuously strive to improve safety systems and performance
  • Ensure highest standards of Customer Experience through trade and operational best practice


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

  • Relevant Business, Project and/or Service Management experience
  • Trade or Engineering qualifications in HVAC and/or Electrical disciplines
  • Experience with mechanical plant, ie. Diesel Power Generation
  • Experience building and leading multidisciplined teams
  • Can do, customer first attitude


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.


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

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