Area Manager

You've probably heard of Coates or seen our orange hire equipment on job sites around Australia.
But we're more than just scissor lifts and diggers.
We're an end-to-end solutions company operating across five key areas: Equipment Hire; Engineering Solutions; Industrial Solutions; Power & HVAC; and Training.
We're proudly Australian-owned, with a long history of supporting customers to deliver major projects, and an exciting future focused on digital transformation, sustainability and growth.
At Coates, we understand that we're nothing without great people.
So, you don't just work for us, we work for you.
We're here to support and equip you with great training and development, flexible work options and a positive team environment to help you build your career from the ground up or take it to the next level.
This role will report to the Regional Manager and be responsible for the successful operations of our Moorebank Hub and both Alexandria and Caringbah branches.
Safety:
• Lead the required improvements in the Branches' safety performance from the front.

• Drive lead indicators and active participation rates to improve safe behaviour and risk awareness of the teams.
Engagement:
• Lead and inspire the operational team and Branch Network to develop improvement strategies and to deliver those as a team.

• Actively and consistently travel to your branches weekly to ensure you are developing your team to achieve agreed objectives through training and talent management.

• Work closely with the sales team to ensure alignment and mutual respect.

• Mentor and guide the operational teams to ensure achievement of set targets for revenue, cost, PBT and customer service.

• Develop strategies for potential network and focus on supply chain optimisation.
Drive good outcomes in key performance indicators, with particular focus on labour cost, maintenance efficiencies and transport cost across all branches.
What you'll bring to the role
• Strong people leadership skills and ability to set goals and get strategy buy in from all levels of the organisation.
Ability to work across divisions and teams.

• Experience in developing a strong safety culture across a geographically spread environment.

• Proven track record showing improvements in safety lead and lag indicators.

• Ability to control and improve KPI and meet budget and forecast commitments.

• Strong business and commercial acumen and empathy.
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 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.
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